| Here are a sampling of events around Cheektowaga, Depew and Sloan:
ACTION!
Government and community meetings around town:
September 15: Conservation Advisory Council work session, 10 a.m. in the Council Office conference room, Town Hall, 3301 Broadway.
September 17: Town Board, 7 p.m. (6:45 p.m. public comment) in the Council Chambers, Town Hall, 3301 Broadway.
September 18: Cheektowaga-Sloan Board of Education regular meeting, 6:30 p.m. in the Irma Czubaj Board Room, Woodrow Wilson School (downstairs), 166 Halstead Avenue, Sloan.
Town Park Homeowners Association, 6:30 p.m. in the Alexander Community Center, 275 Alexander Avenue.
Traffic Safety Commission, 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Town Hall, 3301 Broadway.
Sky Harbor Homeowners Association, 7:30 p.m. in the Sky Harbor Community Center.
September 19: Sloan Taxpayers Association, 6:30 p.m. in the St. Andrew's Church school hall, Crocker Street at Reiman Street.
Cleveland Hill Board of Education regular meeting, 7 p.m. in the faculty lunch room, 105 Mapleview Road.
Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Town Hall, 3301 Broadway.
Cedargrove Neighborhood Action Committee, 7 p.m. in Maryvale Presbyterian Church, 425 Maryvale Drive.
September 20: Depew-Cheektowaga Taxpayers Association, 7:30 p.m. in the Bellevue Fire Hall, Como Park Boulevard.
ARTS
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CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES
September 19: Cub Scout Pack 618 will hold registration for new Tiger Scouts and Cub Scouts at 7 p.m. at South Line Fire Hall, 1049 French Road. Tiger Scouts are for boys entering first grade and Cub Scouts are for boys entering second grade. The group also needs parents to volunteer to be leaders of the Scouts. For more information, call Elaine at (716) 668-0907.
CLASSES & SEMINARS
September 22: Project WILD Facilitator Training in the education center of the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. In this training session you will learn what you need to know to become a Project WILD facilitator, including Project WILD history and goals, practice facilitating activities, characteristics of a good workshop and facilitator dilemmas. Attendance at a regular Project WILD workshop is a prerequisite. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
September 29: Tour Guide Training for the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Join this session and learn how to lead tours for schools, scouts and other groups. No experience necessary, just a love of nature and desire to share it with others. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
Maryvale Community Education will present many classes this fall. Tap dancing, bow-making, preparing for the TOEFL exam, selling on Craig's List, and baton twirling for kids are just a few of the hundreds of courses offered. Classes in fitness, fine arts and dance, personal growth, health, home improvement, crafts, computers and special interest areas are scheduled. Youth programs are also offered. Classes begin September 24 and continue through early December. Programs are held in various Maryvale School System buildings. Online classes that can be completed at home are also available and start monthly. Telephone, walk-in, mail and fax registrations are now being accepted. The Community Education Office is open Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Fridays, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. More information is available at the center, 777 Maryvale Drive or online at www.maryvale.wnyric.org, or by calling (716) 635-4666.
CRAFTS
September 30: 27th Annual Show and Sale of Dollhouse Miniatures at Hearthstone Manor, 333 Dick Road, Depew. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission: $4.50 for adults, $2.00 for children under 12. Dollhouse door prize. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Hospice. Sponsored by Western New York Miniature Enthusiasts.
October 6: The Crosstown Quilters will host a quilt class on October 6 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library, 1030 Losson Road. The project is Barb Moll's Christmas Star. Participants must bring fabric, batting, backing, sewing machine with sewing supplies, rotary cutter and mat. Space is limited and registration is required. Call (716) 668-4991. www.buffalolib.org
DANCE
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EMPLOYMENT ENABLERS
Erie County Sheriff Tim Howard has announced that a civil service test will be given for the position of police officer/deputy sheriff-criminal. The exam date is November 17, 2007 but all applications must be postmarked by October 10, 2007. Requirements and qualifications can be found at www.erie.gov. Click on the civil service link.
FAMILY
September 15: Reinstein Woods 7th Annual Fall Festival, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Suggested donation: $2.00 per person helps Friends of Reinstein Nature Preserve support future education programs. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
September 26: Full Moon Walk, 7 p.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Enjoy a peaceful autumn walk illuminated by everyone's favorite satellite. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
September 30: Morning Bird Walk, 9 a.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Search for migratory and resident birds along the trails. Bring binoculars if you have them. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
October 4: Busy Beavers, 6:30 p.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Discover the lifestyles of resident beavers and look for them in action. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
October 10: Technicolor Leaves, 10:30 a.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Find out how leaves change their colors and enjoy the beautiful display during a walk through the Woods. Bring your camera! For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
October 14: Fall Scavenger Hunt, 2 p.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Join a fun family program searching for signs of the fall. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
October 20: Autumnal Explorations, 10:30 a.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Take a discovery walk through the Woods and see what's happening at this beautiful time of the year. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
October 26: Full Moon Walk, 6 p.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Take a walk through the Woods as the staff shares fun facts about the moon. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
October 27: Creepy Crafts, 10:30 a.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Create awesomely spook-tacular nature crafts. Decorate a creepy cupcake, too. Wear a costume and get a special prize. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
Toddler Time at the Anna M. Reinstein (2580 Harlem Road) and Julia Boyer Reinstein (1030 Losson Road) libraries. For children two years of age accompanied by an adult, Toddler Time is designed as a first learning experience in a library setting and to instill in children a love for books. Registration is under way and space is limited. Julia Boyer: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. or Fridays at 10:15 or 11:15 a.m. from September 17 through December 14. Anna Reinstein: Tuesdays at 10 a.m. from October 2 through October 30. Call (716)668-4991. www.buffalolib.org
Preschool Story Hour at the Anna M. Reinstein (2580 Harlem Road) and Julia Boyer Reinstein (1030 Losson Road) libraries. For children ages 3-5 and have not started Kindergarten. Enjoy stories, rhymes, entertaining finger plays and crafts. Registration is under way and space is limited. Julia Boyer: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. or Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. from September 18 through December 13. Anna Reinstein: Five-week session on Tuesdays at 10:45 a.m. beginning October 2 through October 30. Call (716)668-4991. www.buffalolib.org
HEALTH
September 18: Transplant Support Group monthly meeting, 7-9 p.m. at the Cleveland Heights Christian Church Hall, 4774 Union Road. This month's topic is Alzheimer's Disease. Leilani Pelletier, M.S., program director for the WNY Chapter of Alzheimer's Association will answer basic questions about dementia and Alzheimer's. Support group meetings are held every third Thursday of each month. Meetings are free and open to all. For more information, call Mike Martino at (716)685-4799. Online: www.tsgwny.org
September 19: Lupus Alliance of Upstate New York new patient orientation meeting, 7-8:30 p.m. at the Lupus Alliance Office, 3871 Harlem Road. All newly diagnosed lupus patients, their families and friends are welcome. Books and current literature will be available as well as a video and time for questions. There is no charge, but reservations are necessaryy. For information and reservations, call the alliance at (716)835-7161.
MUSIC
September 19: Lancaster/Depew Carolers meeting at the Lancaster Library, 5466 Broadway, Lancaster beginning at 6:30 p.m. The group is seeking new members to join their group. Residency in Lancaster or Depew is not required, but participants must be at least 18 years old. The carolers participate in a short, joyful season filled with all the traditional holiday songs and perform at local schools, nursing homes and other organizations. For more information, call Marlene at (716)683-6071.
NATURE
October 12: Owl Prowl, 7 p.m. at the Reinstein Woods, 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Learn about local owls and listen for them in the Woods. For adults and children age six and older. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
October 21: Annual membership meeting of the Friends of Reinstein Nature Preserve, Inc., beginning with a potluck dinner at 4 p.m. Business meeting at 5 p.m., guest speaker at 6 p.m. Owl Prowl at 7:30 p.m. New members can join at this meeting. For more information, call (716)683-5959 or e-mail buffcadman@adelphia.net.
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve offers public guided tours every Saturday at 10 a.m. The Woods is located at 93 Honorine Drive, off Como Park Boulevard about one mile west of Transit Road. Self-guided tours are available on the interpretive trails September 1 through April 30, Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (716) 683-5959 or e-mail rwnp@gw.dec.state.ny.us. Online: www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
RELIGION
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REUNIONS
Attention Maryvale '88 grads - The 20 year reunion is around the corner and the reunion committee is looking for you! Please email your contact info to Julie Miller at mjmleldridge@yahoo.com and log on to www.maryvale88.org for news and updates. On September 29, a beer blast will be held at the Nickel Creek Cafe in West Seneca from 7-10 PM. Admission will be $25 and proceeds will benefit the reunion planning committee. All are welcome.
SINGLES
September 21: Upscale Singles will host a dance at 9:30 p.m. at Falcon's Hall, 445 Warner Road, Depew. The band Free Fall will perform. Admission is $7.00. Free snacks and door prizes. Open to the public. For information, call (716)651-3035.
SPECIAL EVENTS
September 24 and 27: Harold Goldberg, author of "My Life Among the Serial Killers," a look inside the minds of the world's most notorious killers, will speak at Cheektowaga's libraries. Goldberg will delve into the mind of serial killers such as John Wayne Gayce as well as other notorious criminals. Goldberg will appear at the Anna M. Reinstein Library, 2580 Harlem Road, on September 24 at 7 p.m. He will appear at the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library, 1030 Losson Road on September 27 at 7 p.m. For more information, contact the respective libraries at 892-8089 and 668-4991. The presentations are free and all are welcome. Online: www.buffalolib.org
September 29: Cleveland Hill High School homecoming parade, 11 a.m. Football game at 2 p.m.
October 14: The Franciscan Benefactors will sponsor a card party and bazaar in the Villa Maria College cafeteria, 240 Pine Ridge Road beginning at noon and running until 4 p.m. Donation: $2.50. Refreshments will be available.
THEATER
Have an event you'd like to announce? Call us at (716) 892-5323; fax (716) 892-4925; e-mail mail@cheektowagatimes.com or U.S. Mail, 343 Maryvale Drive, Cheektowaga, NY 14225.
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