COMMUNITY
Victims of Domestic Violence Women's Support Group

Victims of Domestic Violence Women's Support Group will meet from 6:45-7:45 p.m. Monday nights. The next meeting will be held July 21.

For more information call 1- 800-286-3407.

Bath Neighborhood Watch Group

The Bath Neighborhood Watch Group will meet the third Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Bath Municipal Building. The next meeting will be held Aug. 20.

For more information contact Evie Lamb at 776-7664, ext. 229 or 776-4711.

Bath Area Writers Group

The Bath Area Writers Group invites interested individuals to join their round table readings and critiques from 7-9 p.m. every second and forth Tuesday of every month in the Empire Room of the Dormann Library, W. Morris St., Bath. The next gathering will be July 22.

H-portlegion monthly meetings

The Hammondsport American Legion Unit #407 will hold their monthly meeting the first Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. The next meeting will be held Aug. 3.

VEW enrollment

If you have a child who will be five years old on or before Dec. 1, 2008, or if you know a child who meets this criteria, please contact Vernon E. Wightman Primary School regarding kindergarten enrollment. In addition, parents of children who will be four years old on or before Dec. 1, 2008 are requested to call the school about enrollment in the Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program.

At this time the school is requesting the child s name, birth date, address, phone number and parents names. For more information, call the school office at 776-4123, ext. 5110 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Christian concerts

Nite Lite Gospel House will host live Christian concerts for the family every Friday at 6 p.m. at the Christian Coffee House on Roosevelt Avenue in Bath. The next concert will be held on July 25. Music will be by Julian and Bonnie George. The concerts will include refreshments such as coffee, cappuccino, soda and snacks. For more information, call 664- 1373 or visit the Nite Lite Gospel House website at www.nitelitegospelhouse.com.

Boys and Girls Car Campaign

Now that the price of scrap metal has sharply risen, the Boys and Girls Car Campaign will accept most any car with no restrictions. Cars will be picked up anywhere in New York, usually within a week, and are sold at auction.

To donate, call 800-246-0493. Funds obtained by the sales go directly to help the New York clubs.

Cornell Guideline Series

• Cornell Cooperative will provide their Cornell 2008 Pest Management Guideline for Berry Crops for $25 plus postage. Guidelines will include information such as: small fruit nutrient guidlelines; insect, mite, diseas, and weed management information; and cultural, biological and chemical control options. To get a copy call 664-2300.

• Cornell 2008 Pest Management Guidelines for Commercial Turfgrass is now available. Guide line includes turfgrass selection, fertilization,mowing and irrigation practices, insect, disease, weed and wildlife control. Available for $18 plus postage by calling 664-2300 or visit their office to save postage at 3 E. Pulteney Square, Bath.

Mossy Bank nature center

The next event for the 2008 Ted Markham Nature Center Educational Series will be held at 1 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Mossy Bank Park, Bath. The day event will include a family scavenger hunt.

Foreign exchange students

World Heritage is seeking families, couples or single parents (with or without children at home) who are interested in hosting a high-school-aged foreign exchange student for the 2008-2009 school year. Students who spend a semester or school year in the US are fulfilling a lifetime dream. Call Michael at 1-800-888-9040 or visit www.world-heritage.org.

Family mediation

The Center of Dispute Settlement is offering the alternative of Mediation. The advantages are that Mediation is free to those 21 and younger, it is confidential, a neutral person helps to consider all options, it results in better communication between family members, it helps maintain control over family problems, and everybody has a chance to tell their side of the story. Mediation is an alternative to filing PINS. The service is available to anyt Steuben County resident or youth over the age of seven years old.

For more information or to make an appointment, contact The Center for Dispute Settlement in Bath 776-6976, Corning 963-4727 or Hornell at 324-9887.

Book exchange and recycling

The Steuben County legislature has authorized a no charge collection week for book recycling. Books may be picked up, dropped off and exchanged by Steuben County residents. Paperbacks must be separated from hardcover books. Paperbacks will be accepted as part of newspaper recycling. Collection dates are as follows:

• From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 20-28

• From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. July 19

Telephone books, magazines, spiral notebooks, plastic covers on books, or plastic wrap on workbooks will not be accepted. School Books and Library books however will be accepted. Telephone books and magazines may be recycled with mixed paper recycling. Books will be collected at the Bath Landfill only.

For questions call Bonnie Kastner, Steuben County Department of Public Works Recycling Manager, at 664-2471.

Wine Country Toastmasters

The Wine Country Toastmasters will meet the first and third Tuesday of every month from 7-8:30 p.m. at the County Health Care Facility, 7009 Rumsey St. Extension, Bath. The meeting will be to promote communication and leadership development. The next meeting will Aug. 5. For more information call 776-6813 or e-mail at tbilancio@bilancio.org.

Volunteer mediators wanted

The Center of Dispute Settlement is presently seeking public service orientated individuals that would be interested in becoming a volunteer mediator to volunteer their services in one of our three office in Steuben County. The qualities of life experience and common sense are at the utmost importance in the selection of these individuals. 20 new participants will be trained to help with the ever increasing case load on July 22, 23, 31 and Aug. 1. Community sensitive people are needed to help reduce conflict in Steuben County.

Contact Jim Waight at 776- 6976 for more information.

Housing needs survey Arbor Development is a local community and housing development organization that has partnered with the Village of Bath on a number of community based projects. In 2003, they conducted the Bath Downtown Revitalization Initiative feasibility study that included the neighborhoods from Washington Boulevard to West Morris St. and Liberty St. to Cruger St.

Commencing immediately and continuing for the next several weeks, Arbor Development staff and volunteers will be conducting a housing needs survey in the same neighborhood that will help them identify the impact of their work so far. The survey results will also help Arbor Development Staff and the Village of Bath Trustees to identify future projects and needs.

Results of the survey will be made available through the Bath Police Department and the Mayor's Office in early Sept. 2008. Individuals conducting the survey will have a letter from Chief David K. Rouse in their possession. For questions call the Bath Police Department.

H-port music in the park

Hammondsport Chamber of Commerce 2008 Music in the Park schedule is as follows:

• July 24 - Tom & Marie w/Special guest Rob Siegers

• July 31 - Brittany Reilly w/Almost Acoustic

• August 7 - Kev Rowe

• August 14 - Buford & the Smokin Section

• August 21 - Abagail Payne

• August 28 - Dee Specker & the Henrie Boys Tres Swing

All events will be held from 6- 8 p.m. in the Hammondsport Village Square, rain or shine.

Sanctuary tours

The First Presbyterian Church of Bath will hold sanctuary tours on Wednesdays July 23, 30 and August 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tour guides will be on hand.

Safe boating course

The Steuben County Sheriff's Navigation patrol will offer the New York State Safe Boating course from 6-9 p.m. July 22 and July 24 at the Hammondsport Fire Hall, State Route 54, Hammondsport. There is no admission fee and attendance at both sessions is mandatory in order to receive a boating safety certificate. Enrollment is encouraged for anyone over the age of 10. The classroom instruction will consist of lecture, slide presentation and training videos. Call 1-800-724-7777 to pre-register for the course.

Marty Simpson benefit

A benefit for Marty Simpson well be from 1-7 p.m. July 27 at the Hammondsport Fire Hall. A donation of $10 at the door will include a meal. Event will include DJ, raffles, 50/50, and cake wheel. Live music will be by 3SB from Bath, LegendZ and Bud Mud Crik.

Marty was diagnosed in April with cancer and is recovering from extensive surgery on June 27. Money raised at the benefit would go help with home, medical and travel expenses. For more information call 382-6460. 55 Alive Driving Course

AARP and the St. James Mercy Health System have teamed up to offer the 55 Alive Mature Driving Course for adults ages 50 and over. The two-day course will be from 1- 5 p.m. July 29 and July 31 in the hospitals Memorial Conference Room.

Participants who complete the 8-hour classroom refresher course may receive a 10% discount on their auto insurance for three years and points may be taken off their license. The cost is $10 and seating is limited.

For more information, or to register, call the St. James Mercy Health Community Services Office at 324-8147.

Free clown show

Irvin D. Clown and Rosebud will be at Bethel Assembly of God, 310 W. Washington St., Bath at 6:30 p.m. July 20-July 23. For more information call 776-6264. The event is free and will include games, songs, magic tricks and more.

Car show to benefit SPCA

A classic car show will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 27 in the village park of Savona to benefit the Finger Lakes SPCA. Admission is a financial contribution to the SPCA.

SPCA representatives will be present with pets who have been approved for adoption. Visitors can admire classic cars and leave with a new member of the family.

Bible school

• SPIRIT ALIVE - July 14-19 from 6-8 p.m. at the St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bath. Pre register by calling the church office at 776-3327.

• LIGHTHOUSE KIDS - July 28-31 from 1-3 p.m. at the Bath Presbyterian church; cosponsored by Centenary United Methodist church. Ages 4- 12 yr. Pre register by calling 776-3434.

• GOD'S BIG BACKYARD - August 4-8 from 5-8 p.m. at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Dinner provided. Children having completed Pre-KGrade 8 will learn to serve family, friends, community and Jesus. Pre register by calling the church office at 776-4503 or register online@ www.stthomasbath.org.

• SON HARVEST COUNTY FAIR - August 18-22 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Hammondsport United Methodist Church. All children welcome. Pre register by calling 569- 3511, 569-2093 or 868-3945.

• DINO DETECTIVES - July 21-25 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Harvest Baptist Church, Route 54. For grades K-6. Pre register by calling the church office at 664-1142.

Alliance of Guardian Angels

The Bath Chapter of The Alliance of Guardian Angels meets at 7 p.m. every Monday (except holidays) at the Freedom Gospel Church, Campbell and East Steuben St. The next meeting will be held July 21. For more information call Pat at 331-5827 or Jim at 776- 9486.

Guardian Angels looking for help

The Bath Chapter of the Alliance of Guardian Angels are looking for dedicated people to join them.

For more information call Patricia Gilbert, Chapter Leader, at 331-5827 or Jim Murray, Assistant Chapter Leader, at 776-9486.

Steuben County Fair entries

Steuben County Fair entries need to be on file at the Bath Fair Office by Friday, August 1 for the Steuben County Fair to be held from August 12-17. Fair Entry Booklets listing the various categories to enter are available by calling Fair Office at 776-4801. The Steuben County Agricultural Society is encouraging individuals to enter their artwork that they are proud of. Monetary as well as ribbon prizes will be awarded in various categories. The Bath Fair Office is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call the Fair Office at 776-4801, call Jo Ann Brundage at 776-6410 or call Martha Bigelow at 776-3761.

Bath street closures

Bath Police Chief David K. Rouse reports the following street closures in the Village of Bath:

• Lyon Street-On Monday, July 21 commencing at 6 a.m. and will be closed the entire day. Rain date is Tuesday, July 22.

• Charles Street-Charles Street between Kingsley Street and Maple Heights will be completely closed to vehicular traffic commencing on Monday, July 21. The work on the street is expected to take one week. Road closers are taking place so that the Street Department can mill the surface of the streets and subsequently pave them. The Village of Bath apologizes for this inconvenience.

Book signing

A book signing on will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 19 at the Curtiss Museum lobby, 8419 State Route 54, Hammondsport. Joint authors Kirk W. House and Charles R. Mitchell will both be on hand to sign their new books, Watkins Glen Racing, Images of Sports series, and Finger Lakes, Postcard History Series. If visitors wish to stay and tour the museum, admission is $7.50 for adults, $6 for seniors 65 and older, and $4.50 for ages 7-18. Children 6 and under are free. Group rates are available for 10 or more. Call 569-2160 or visit www.glennhcurtissmuseum.or g for more information.

Dormann library events

Storyteller Howard Edmond will be at the Dormann Library on Wednesday, July 23 at 1:30 p.m. for a special program for those in grade 6 and up. "Tales of Metamorphosis" will include stories of shapeshifters, shamans, and the supernatural.