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The first of three seminars on family matters -- part of the new "People's Law Series" at Genesee Community College's BEST Center -- will be offered from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 13.

Seminar #1: "Getting Past Your Breakup -- Custody, Visitation and Child Support."

Presenters: Robert B. McCutcheon, Esq.; Peter M. Casey, Esq.

A new exhibit called "Teasured Wedding Memories" opens March 31 at the Holland Land Office Museum in the City of Batavia.

It includes wedding gowns from 1840 through present showing the styles and customs of our Genesee County ancestors.

The opening event March 31 will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and there will be refreshments, entertainment by local musician Jeffrey Fischer, a sponsor display and door prizes.

Charles Men’s Shop and Stella’s Bridal Boutique will showcase 2012 Wedding apparel.

OAKFIELD-ALABAMA KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

Kindergarten registration is scheduled for Monday, March 26th through Friday, March 30th at the elementary school office between the hours of 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM. Information packets have been sent to families.

Learn how to needle-felt and construct a three-dimensional bluebird ornament in an adult craft class taught by Jen Reardon. It will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3, at Richmond Memorial Library.

An $8 materials fee is due at the time of registration ($10 for those without a felting needle). Participants also need to bring glue, scissors, disappearing ink pen and flat-topped straight pins.

The library is located at 19 Ross St. in the City of Batavia.

Reel Discussion

Come view a free movie beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, at Richmond Memorial Library and join us for a group discussion afterward.

This month’s movie is “Waking Ned Divine."

Genesee County’s annual “State of the County” address is planned for 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 14 in the chambers of the Old Court House in the City of Batavia.

Chair of the County Legislature Mary Pat Hancock will deliver the brief address to be followed by refreshments prior to the regularly scheduled legislature meeting. The speech will include key accomplishments of individual departments during 2011, as submitted by those departments.

Batavia High School presents the Damon Runyon classic "Guys & Dolls -- the Musical" this evening at 7 in the auditorium. Tickets are $8 at the door. The school is located at 260 State St. in the City of Batavia.

The Woolly Book Worms -- a book discussion group for students in grades three through five and their favorite adult -- will meet at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 10, at Richmond Memorial Library in the Children's Room.

The discuss will be about "The Capture" by Kathryn Lasky. Feel free to bring a knitting, crocheting or another project to work on while we discuss this month's book. Light refreshments will be provided.

Please register online, in-person or over the phone. Discussion titles are available at the Children’s Room desk.

Pavilion High School presents: "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"

Though considered a "good man" by his friends, Charlie Brown has never been able to keep a kite in the air, never successfully kicked a football and can't seem to win the heart of the Little Red-Haired Girl.

As the "Peanuts" gang makes its way through the day, Charlie wonders what it takes to be a good man as he sees Schroeder’s passion for Beethoven, Lucy’s crush on Schroeder, Linus’ complex about his blanket, Sally’s new philosophy and Snoopy’s ace flying ability.

Pavilion High School presents: "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"

Though considered a "good man" by his friends, Charlie Brown has never been able to keep a kite in the air, never successfully kicked a football and can't seem to win the heart of the Little Red-Haired Girl.

As the "Peanuts" gang makes its way through the day, Charlie wonders what it takes to be a good man as he sees Schroeder’s passion for Beethoven, Lucy’s crush on Schroeder, Linus’ complex about his blanket, Sally’s new philosophy and Snoopy’s ace flying ability.

The Batavia Society of Artists is having its first demo of the year from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, at the Oatka School of Glass, 56 Harvester Ave.

This is inside the Harvester Industrial Center. Use the main entrance, then take elevator or stairs to 2nd floor.

Amanda and Lance Taylor will instruct in the art of glass making and demonstrate the glass bead making process with hands on pendant and 2" x 3" hanging glass art pieces.

St. Joseph's School in Batavia will hold an informational meeting for the parents of students who will attend kindergarten in the fall. It begins at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 1, at the school, located at 2 Summit St. Free child care will be provided.

The Adult Book Discussion Group will meet at Richmond Memorial Library at 7 p.m on Monday, March 12, to discuss "The Call" by Yannick Murphy.

The book is the 2012 selection for “A Tale for Three Counties” community-reads project for Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming counties. Books are available to borrow or to purchase at the front desk. Refreshments served.

For more information, call the library at 343-9550, ext. 8, or log onto www.batavialibrary.org.

The library is located at 19 Ross St. in the City of Batavia.

Live jazz will be performed tonight beginning at 8 at Moonjava Cafe in Batavia, located at 56 Harvester Ave. Admission is free.

The cafe opens at 7 p.m. and features great coffee, baked goods, sandwiches and wraps for sale.

Come and enjoy jazz standards and other favorites performed by Dan Deluca (guitar), Jonathan Jaeger (bass) and Glen Cummings. They are set to play until 9:30 p.m.

St. James fish fries are held each Friday through March 31. Take-outs begin at 4:30 p.m.; dining room seating at 5 p.m.

Baked or fried fish; baked potato or french fries. Meals cost $8.50, beverages and desserts are also available. There are no phone-in orders for take-outs.

St. James fish fries are held each Friday through March 31. Take-outs begin at 4:30 p.m.; dining room seating at 5 p.m.

Baked or fried fish; baked potato or french fries. Meals cost $8.50, beverages and desserts are also available. There are no phone-in orders for take-outs.

Noah Ludwig is a bright, energetic, smart, 9-year-old boy who loves sports and just having a good time. Recently he was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor that will put him in the hospital for three weeks, and then recovery after that.

Friends and family of Noah have joined together to help him and his family with this hard road that they will face. A benefit has been put together to raise money for Noah's medical expenses. We are asking for your support in helping this little guy and his family get through this very trying time in their lives.

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R, I, C – Batavia) is hosting his regular monthly outreach meeting for Genesee County residents at Le Roy Town Hall this coming Wednesday. All members of the public are invited and encouraged to attend.

“The meeting will offer the people of Western New York a chance to share their views, concerns and suggestions to improve the quality of life in our area,” Hawley said. “I strongly encourage all local citizens to attend this event.”

The meeting is from 6 to 7 p.m., Feb. 22. Le Roy Town Hall is located at 48 Main St., Le Roy.

Cub Scout Pack 6069 will have its Pinewood Derby beginning at 10:30 a.m. this Saturday, Feb. 18, at St. James Episcopal Church in Batavia. It is located at 405 E. Main St.

The scouts had a fundraiser earlier in the year to raise funds to buy a new track.

Their were able to buy the track and will use it for the first time Saturday. Cubmaster Bruce Bartz invites the community to attend. It will be fun!

Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R, I, C – Batavia) is hosting a blood drive at the Batavia Salvation Army Headquarters, 529 E. Main St., on from noon to 5 p.m. tommorrow, Feb. 17. The assemblyman is encouraging anyone able to donate to stop by the event and help save a life.

All those who have not donated since Dec. 23 are encouraged to participate. If you wish to donate, you may call 1-800-RED CROSS to schedule an appointment, or visit redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins are accepted as well.