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Free class on Intro to Windows 10 at Richmond library, must preregister

By Billie Owens

Event:                  Windows 10

Place:                  Richmond Memorial Library

Date & Time:         Thursday, Sept. 27th, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Introduction to Windows 10, the latest operating system from Microsoft. Use our machine or bring your Windows 10 machine.

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Town of Bethany Republican Committee hosts pulled pork BBQ at Pavilion A in GC Park & Forest, catered by BW's Restaurant, raffles, 50/50, too

By Billie Owens

Town of Bethany Republican Committee will host a pulled pork BBQ catered by BW's Restaurant & Banquet Facility on Friday, Sept. 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. in Genesee County Park & Forest, Pavilion A.

Tickets are $15 each; $6 for children 5 to 12; kids under 5 eat free.

There will also be a prize raffle, 50/50 raffle.

Take out available.

Tickets at the door or call Tom Douglas at 356-0824.

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Renowned Rochester painter Brian O'Neill talks at GO ART! about abstraction, realism and inspiration

By Billie Owens

The Batavia Society of Artists is excited to announce that the demonstrating artist at GO ART! on Tuesday, Sept. 11th, will be Brian O'Neill, a Rochester Art Club Signature Member and internationally known fine art painter.

The artist's contemporary, dynamic and expressive abstract paintings are really fantastic, says Nikki Tamfer, of the Batavia Society of Artists, and he is also known for his oil realism.

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Byron Kiwanis Annual Beef BBQ and Auction at fire hall on Route 262

By Billie Owens

Byron Kiwanis Annual Beef BBQ and Auction -- Sunday, Sept. 9th at Byron Fire Hall on Route 262 (6357 E. Main St.) starting at noon with live auction at 1 p.m.

Auction items includes freshly baked pies, local produce, gift certificates as well as many other treasures.

Questions contact Laura at 585-548-2245.

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'Fight Like Mike' chicken BBQ at The Yngodess Shop to benefit Mike Tenebruso

By Billie Owens

The "Fight Like Mike" chicken BBQ to benefit Mike Tenebruso will be held at The Yngodess Shop in Downtown Batavia on Sunday, Sept. 9. Starts at 12:30 and served until sold out.

The Yngodess Shop is located at 73 Main St.

Tickets are $12 and price includes: BBQ chicken, salt potatoes, beans, roll & butter, and a bottle of water.

Basket raffles will be available.

"Be like Mike and join the fight!"

For more information or to get tickets stop by The Yngodess Shop or phone 343-3170.

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GC Master Gardeners annual Fall Garden Gala plant sale at Cornell Extension, Batavia

By Billie Owens

Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Genesee County Master Gardeners will be hosting their annual Fall Garden Gala at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Genesee County, 420 E. Main St. in Batavia.

The plant sale features hardy perennials, most grown by Master Gardeners. Fall is a good time to plant many perennials as it gives them time to grow a strong root system before winter. Locally grown mums will also be for sale as well as a selection of house plants.

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Artist reception at GO ART! for 'The Traveling Ghost' -- photo exhibit of abandoned WNY buildings

By Billie Owens

“The Traveling Ghost” -- a photographic exhibit featuring abandoned buildings found in Western New York -- opens at GO ART! in Downtown Batavia on Thursday, Sept. 20.

There will be an artist reception for its photographer Ryan Gustman the same day from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 20. Also, Tavern  2.o.1 will be open.

The exhibit runs through Nov. 3

Gallery Hours: Thursdays & Fridays 11-7, Saturdays 11-4

GO ART! is located at 201 E. Main St.

Phone is 343-9313.

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Visual Truth Theatre Ensemble presents original absurdist play 'A Killer, A Victim, A Mourner' at Moonjava Cafe

By Billie Owens

The Visual Truth Theatre Ensemble will present "A Killer, A Victim, A Mourner" -- an original absurdist physical theater performance -- on Thursday, Aug. 30, at Moonjava Cafe in Batavia.

The ensemble includes actors Emily Crawford, Richard Ferris, Lucine Kauffman.

The play, written by Eric Zwieg, incorporates dialogue, music, puppetry, masking, physical theater and absurdist elements that tell an existential story of greed, tragedy and loss. 

A $5 donation is suggested.

Doors open at 6:30; the performance begins at 7 p.m.

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Learn how to find your way using just a map and compass, learn orienteering at GC Park & Forest, free, must preregister

By Billie Owens

Come explore the active and adventurous sport of orienteering at the Genesee County Park & Forest! Learn how to find your way without batteries or a cell phone signal, by using a map and compass. All materials provided, no experience necessary! Orienteering is a family friendly sport for people of all ages and ability levels.

Join us for the Orienteering Event with the Rochester Orienteering Club on Saturday, Sept. 15th, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This program is FREE.

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71st annual Batavia Gun and Sportsman Show, sponsored by the Alabama Hunt Club, at Quality Inn & Suites, Batavia

By Billie Owens

The 71st annual Batavia Gun and Sportsman Show, sponsored by the Alabama Hunt Club, will be held the weekend of Sept. 15 and 16 at Quality Inn & Suites in Batavia. There will be more than 100 vendor and exhibitor tables and plenty of free parking.

Hours on Saturday are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The hotel is located at 8250 Park Road and features a restaurant and a water park.

Admission is $6. Children under 12 get in free when accompanied by adult.

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Original absurdist theater performance 'A Killer, A Victim, A Mourner' is Wednesday night at Moonjava Cafe

By Billie Owens

The Visual Truth Theatre Ensemble will present "A Killer, A Victim, A Mourner" -- an original absurdist physical theater performance -- on Wednesday night, Aug. 29, at Moonjava Cafe in Batavia.

The ensemble includes actors Emily Crawford, Richard Ferris, Lucine Kauffman.

The play, written by Eric Zwieg, incorporates dialogue, music, puppetry, masking, physical theatre, and absurdist elements that tell an existential story of greed, tragedy and loss. 

A $5 donation is suggested.

Doors open at 6:30; the performance begins at 7 p.m.

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Blessing of the Animals Service at Morganville United Church of Christ

By Billie Owens

In recognition of the relationship and love between people and their pets the Morganville United Church of Christ invites all to bring their pets (or a photo) to our special 10 a.m. service on Sunday, Sept. 16, for them to receive God’s blessing.

Each pet blessed will receive a Certificate of Blessing from Pastor James Morasco. Pets need to be on a leash or safely in your care.

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'Letters From Home' USO-type show for vets & families at NYS Veterans Home, free

By Billie Owens

In 2010, Erinn Diaz founded Letters From Home in Winston-Salem, NC, with a mission to tour the country honoring our nation’s veterans, active military heroes and their families, by reviving patriotism through music. Since that time it has become one of the fastest-growing musical movements in the nation, touring over 40 states.

This free show is coming to Batavia at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 5, for the residents and families of the New York Veterans’ Home, 220 Richmond Ave.

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GCC History Club launches fall lecture series with talk on 'America's bloodiest single day' -- the Battle of Antietam

By Billie Owens

Genesee Community College's History Club will begin its fall lecture series on Wednesday, Sept. 5, when Kevin R. Pawlak speaks on "The Jewels of War: Robert E. Lee, George B. McClellan and the Battle of Antietam."

The free lecture will take place at 7 p.m. in Room T102 in the Conable Technology Building at GCC's Batavia Campus, located at One College Road. All are invited.

The History Club will host a lecture on the first Wednesday evening of every month this fall as part of its Historical Horizons Lecture Series. 

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Women of the Moose in Le Roy host Pig Roast at Bank Street lodge to benefit YWCA of Genesee County

By Billie Owens

Women of the Moose in Le Roy will host a Pig Roast to benefit the YWCA of Genesee County from 1 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Loyal Order of Moose No. 1132, located at 21 Bank St. in Le Roy.

There will be basket raffles, prize raffles, and 50/50.

Food: roasted pork, salt potatoes, macaroni salad, corn on the cob, baked beans, roll and butter, dessert. All you can eat; includes a bottle of water. Cash bar. No take-out containers will be provided for in-house dining.

Price: Adults -- $12; Kids 11 and older -- $7; Kids 10 and under eat free.

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71st annual Batavia Gun and Sportsman Show sponsored by the Alabama Hunt Club at Quality Inn & Suites

By Billie Owens

The 71st annual Batavia Gun and Sportsman Show, sponsored by the Alabama Hunt Club, will be held the weekend of Sept. 15 and 16 at Quality Inn & Suites in Batavia. There will be more than 150 vendor and exhibitor tables and plenty of free parking.

Sunday hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The hotel is located at 8250 Park Road and features a restaurant and a water park.

Admission is $6. Children under 12 get in free when accompanied by adult.

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Byron Fire Department's annual Sportsman's Raffle fundraiser at fire hall

By Billie Owens

On Saturday, Oct. 6, the Byron Fire Department will hold their annual Sportsman’s Raffle at the hall on Route 262 in the Town of Byron.

The event begins at 1 p.m. with doors opening at noon. A meal and snacks are included in the price of the ticket.

There are fishing, hunting, camping and boating packages as well as cash awards and 50/50 raffles throughout the day.

All proceeds go to the support of the Byron Fire Department.

Contact Joe at 585-409-1270 with questions.

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Public info meeting on proposed $14.5 million Bethany Water District #5 at Bethany Town Hall

By Billie Owens

There will be a public informational meeting for the proposed Bethany Water District #5 on Monday, Sept. 17, at 6 p.m. at the Bethany Town Hall. This is to discuss the $14.5 million water project for most of Bethany.

The public is encouraged to attend.

Bethany Town Hall is located at 10510 Bethany Center Road in Bethany.

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Genesee Valley Wind Ensemble's Fall Concert at Pavilion HS auditorium

By Billie Owens

The Genesee Valley Wind Ensemble Fall Concert will be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18 at Pavilion High School Auditorium. It is located at 7014 Big Tree Road, Pavilion.

The purpose of the GVWE is to serve and to provide the Greater Genesee Valley audience with new and familiar live music, to serve its membership with the opportunity to perform challenging wind ensemble literature and to create the opportunity for the conductor and musicians to grow their collective musical talents.

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