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This Week...Around Town - 2023
By Jodi Robinson |
June 8, 2023
Happy birthday Thursday, June 8th to Carol Barnhart, Deborah Croston, Russ Colosi, Ryan Osvath & Debbie Becker. Happy birthday on Friday, June 9th to Jay Fritchey, Nathan Cook, Jason Wilkinson, Irmgard Hohbach JT Tomkins. Happy birthday on Saturday to Dolores Wojdan & Peggy Skeels and on Sunday to Cindy Lin, Nancy Jo Pax, Chris Beyer, Richard Furman & Aleida Delgado. On Monday to Jeff Baumler, Roy Meyers & Randy Whitbeck. Happy birthday Tuesday to Paul Sommer, Kim Nestark, Jeffrey Wansart III, Danielle (Hassan) Martin, Philip Pack & Linda Hartman. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Catherine Mancuso, David Conboy & Jamin Cope.
Happy Anniversary to Kevin & Amanda Brady on June 10th!
Tickproof Your Yard Without Spraying Pesticides. See 5 steps to keep the disease-transmitting pests at bay.
Brett Kern, a two-time All-Pro punter from Grand Island, announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday, June 1st after 15 seasons.
American Red Cross Community Blood Drive will be at the Nike Base Community Room on Friday, June 9th, from 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.. See FLYER
St. Timothy's Annual Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ and Spring Fundraiser is Saturday, June 10th, 1453 Staley Road, from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. There will be a bounce house, ice cream truck, basket raffle, bake sale and more. See event flyer. There will also be a car show.
Sandy Beach Yacht Club "Cars and Cigars" is on Saturday, June 10th, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Western New York. See FLYER. Website.
Rotary Club of GI Shred-It event is Saturday, June 17th from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Tops Market Plaza, behind Key Bank. A box 12x16x10 is $10.00, a double banker box is $20.00.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
June 1, 2023
Happy birthday Thursday, June 1st to Leslie Madigan, Alan Sexton, Loretta Crvelin, Kelly McGarvey, & Dave Hogrewe. Happy birthday on Friday, June 2nd to Dan Hiam, Diane Gerard, Dianne Tiede & William Bermel. Happy birthday on Saturday to Mary Vescio, Kathy Molnar, Jordan Dixon, Jason Hill, Richard Koch & Willis Schwartz and on Sunday to Theresa Long, Mike Stewart, Elizabeth Wedrychowicz, Karen Vanthoff, Deanna Kutis & Elizabeth Vescio. On Monday to Patti Loquasto, Beverly Kudla & Brent Lesser. Happy birthday Tuesday to Daryl Ann Miller, Tom Ryan, Richard Wingert, Peter Fadum, Victoria Aronica & Joan Mazur. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Janet Goodsell, Sally Waterson, Sandy Ackerman, Lorraine Dale & Brandon Loder.
Happy anniversary to Jim and Laury Linenfelser on June 7th!
Grand Island Historical Society Annual Fundraiser Yard Sale is Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 2020 Fix Rd. (corner of Baseline) 9:00 am-2:00 pm each day. Something for everyone!
Native Plant Sale on the historic Alt Farm,2489 Whitehaven Road, Saturday, June 3rd from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This is a fundraiser to support the educational and outreach activities of the Citizen Coalition foir Wilflife and Environment.
Grand Island Snowmobile Club Meat Raffle is Saturday, June 3 at VFW Post 9249 Pavilion, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. $10 admission tickets. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. - First Spin 6:30 p.m. BYOB and snacks, Door Prize, 50/50 Drawing, Freezer full of meat raffle Meats proved by Pellicano's. For tickets and table reservations contact Jeff Joyce 716 512 8343, Venmo- @jeffery-joyce-1.
Relay For Life Carnival of Hope takes place on Sunday, June 4th from 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Marion Klingel Town Commons. There will be food, venders, beer tent, basket raffle, kid zone, entertainment and more. See FLYER.
American Red Cross Community Blood Drive will be at the Nike Base Community Room on Friday, June 9th, from 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.. See FLYER
Sandy Beach Yacht Club "Cars and Cigars" is on Saturday, June 10th, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Western New York. See FLYER. Website.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
May 25, 2023
Happy birthday Thursday, May 25th to Paula Sciuk, Connie O'Brien, Thomas Pellegrino, Jan Tyson, Jo Kozek Polinsky, Marissa Cooney, Cathy Contino, Karen Wallace & Mercedes Miles. Happy birthday on Friday, May 26th to Greg Bruenn, Michael Craig Davis, Michael Ball, Liz Wilbert & Carrie Mesmer. Happy birthday on Saturday to Cindy Hagen, Richard McClive, Jim Rodriguez & Nancy Aydelotte and on Sunday to Sandra Sherman, Scott Wallace, Sally Van Hattum Kelley, Pat Shaw, Chris Sugar, Ian Cameron, Mary Leigh Burke, Mitchell Samplinski, Sophia Myers & Diane Darmofalski. On Monday to Ross Arsenault, Pam Fries, Liam Dodd, Sharon Bauer, Jean Westmoore & Richard Campangna. Happy birthday Tuesday to Jill Stamler & Linda Facklam. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Bob Backlund & Nikki Roesch
A very special happy birthday to Lee Tetkowski on Friday, May 26th, 100 years young!!!
Happy anniversary on May 27th to John and Ginger Bidell, on May 30th to Pattie & Mark Frentzel and on May 31st to Chris & Paul Sipson.
The Town of Grand Island, Charles N. DeGlopper VFW Post #9249, American Legion Post #1346 and Grand Island High School Wind Ensemble Memorial Day Ceremony, Monday, May 29th at 10:00 a.m. at DeGlopper Memorial Park, Baseline and GI Blvd.
VFW Post 9249 is hosting a Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ on Wednesday, May 31, 4:00 p.m. until gone, take-out only. See FLYER.
Grand Island Historical Society Annual Fundraiser Yard Sale is Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 2020 Fix Rd. (corner of Baseline) 9:00 am-2:00 pm each day. Something for everyone!
Native Plant Sale on the historic Alt Farm, 2489 Whitehaven Road, Saturday, June 3rd from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. This is a fundraiser to support the educational and outreach activities of the Citizen Coalition foir Wilflife and Environment.
Grand Island Snowmobile Club Meat Raffle is Saturday, June 3 at VFW Post 9249 Pavilion, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. $10 admission tickets. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. - First Spin 6:30 p.m. BYOB and snacks, Door Prize, 50/50 Drawing, Freezer full of meat raffle Meats proved by Pellicano's. For tickets and table reservations contact Jeff Joyce 716 512 8343, Venmo- @jeffery-joyce-1.
Relay For Life Carnival of Hope takes place on Sunday, June 4th from 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Marion Klingel Town Commons. There will be food, venders, beer tent, basket raffle, kid zone, entertainment and more. See FLYER.
GIHS Class of 1983 reunion is on Friday, June 30th. See Class of 1983 for details.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
May 18, 2023
Happy birthday Thursday, May 18th to Bob Pownall, Chase Luthringer & Peggy Winterfield. Happy birthday on Friday, May 19th to Adam Garlapow, Peyton Golde, Pattie Frentzel, Carl Flick, Sandy Caffery & Kelly Wagner Yensan. Happy birthday on Saturday to Cathy Kaegebein, Jacqueline Walker, JT Stamler, Steven Parisi, Dan Fitzgerald & Trudy O'Connor and on Sunday to Tom McDonough Nathan DeMartin, Audry Brown & Jayne Playfair. On Monday to Susan Phillips, Barbara Brzyski, Surinder Kaur Kandola, Teressa Meyer, Gabriel Wansart, Kevin Rustowicz & Edward Bognar. Happy birthday Tuesday to John Robert Brand, Chris Sugar, Dawn Fitzgerald & Ray Ackerman. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Marcia Carr, Bonnie Butler, John Gibney, Nancy Tebo, Jordan Hiam Gayle Piershalski & Debra Coughlin.
Happy anniversary on May 22nd to Barb & Bill Wilson and on May 23rd to Kim & Scott Kalman.
Cinderella Isle Garden Club will meet on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 5:30 pm at the Grand Island Memorial Library (please note change of time & meeting location). Topic: “BEING SAFE ON SOCIAL MEDIA” presented by Brendan Chella.
A Native Plant Event will take place at the Nike Base Community Center on Friday, May 19th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Meet the experts and transform your garden. See FLYER.
Gram's Garage Sale at the Golden Age Center is on Saturday, May 20th from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bake Sale, Lunch Sale, Garage Sale; & Farmers & Business Market. Gram's Garage Sale
Kids Pancake Breakfast - Saturday, May 20th, 10am-12pm. Kids eat free, pancakes sausage and juice. Card making station and balloon artist. VFW Grand Island. 2121 Grand Island Blvd. In honor of Memorial Day from the veterans.
GI Historical Society Open House Featuring: The 1920's, Sunday, May 21, 2023, 2:00-4:00 p.m. Grand Island Historical Society at River Lea located in Beaver Island State Park. Follow signs within the park. Free entry to the park and museum.
Just curious....does anyone else think the bird droppings seem to be unusually large this spring?
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
May 11, 2023
Happy birthday today to Mike Zimmerman, Nikki Fadel, Charlie Lavallee & Barb Swagler. Happy birthday on Friday, May 12th to Kim Kinney & Janet Brennan . Happy birthday on Saturday to Gerald Howe, Charles Lambert, Kurt Marlin, Linda Fearon, Victoria Cacciatore, Judy Buzby, Dennis McGinn, Tom Rodriguez & Susan Bognar and on Sunday to Katie Olrogge. On Monday to Susan Phillips, Barbara Brzyski, Surinder Kaur Kandola, Teressa Meyer, Gabriel Wansart, Kevin Rustowicz & Edward Bognar. Happy birthday Tuesday to Barbara Bartus, Michele Drabik, Diana Schwartz, Dorothy Lenehen & Brian Graham. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Barbara Kirsch, Kyle Salley Sr., Jamie Farrell, Stephanie Senn, Nikolas Massaro, Renee Tasevski, Caoimhe Carpenter, Ellen Faber & Viktor Dekany.
The American Legion will be holding its annual Mother’s Day Flower Fundraiser on Friday and Saturday, May 12th and 13th at the DeGlopper Memorial Park, Baseline & Grand Island Blvd, from 7:00 a.m., - 6:00 p.m. Flowers are $17.00 and tomato plants are $6.00. For further information contact Ray DeGlopper at 716-863-6256 or Gary Roesch at 716-583-7969. FLYER
St. Martin-in-the-Field Meat Raffle will be held on Friday, May 12th from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at Knights of Columbus Hall, 1841 Whitehaven Road. See FLYER.
The National Assoc. of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its 31st annual national food drive on Saturday, May 13th on Grand Island. To donate leave a sturdy bag of unexpired non-perishable foods next to your mailbox. See FLYER.
GIHS Class of 1973 has updated their reunion information HERE.
School Board & Budget Vote will take place on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. at the Grand Island High School gymnasium.
American Red Cross Blood Drive will be at the Grand Island Fire Company on Tuesday, May 16th. See FLYER.
The Grand Island CSD held a Public Budget Session Hearing for the 2023-2024 School Year Budget, followed by the Board of Education holding their General Session Meeting on Monday May 8, 2023 in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School. See VIDEO.
Sign up now for Golden Age Center May Day Trips.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses, HERE.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
May 4, 2023
Happy birthday today to Sandie Rall-Smith, Emily Harnden, Mark Cunningham, William Gerristead, Rev Paul Robinson, Chris Stedman, Dave Sugg & Barbara Taefi . Happy birthday on Friday, May 5th to Suzanne Muller, Troy Salley, Kathy Dilamarter, Scott Whiting & Patricia Banko. Happy birthday on Saturday to Chris O'Connell, Carol Hugill, Linda Skotnicki, Tammy Violanti, Tina Giambra, Paul Gast & Rosemary Wojick and on Sunday to Deborah Clemens, Carolyn Phillips, James DiCillis, Justin Geisenhoff & Mike Dudley. On Monday to James Huffman, Patricia Haag, Bonnie Ingalls, Kara Dudley, Michele DiChristina, Lynn Gottler, John Lorenz, Michael Davis & Alice Blain. Happy birthday Tuesday to Joanne Albert, Gary Novitz, Jimmy Geblein & Jeff Dinsmore. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Karen Bruno, Bob Monoco, Lynn Sargent DeJonghe, Patricia Kraft, Dana Hayes Erickson, Greg DeMike & Donny Dee.
GI Historical Society General Meeting & Program tonight, May 4th at 7:00 p.m. Erie County Historian, Doug Kohler, with a program entitled “Buffalo’s Gilded Age”. Learn about the connection to River Lea through Grover Cleveland and Lewis F. Allen. Members: Free; Guests: $5 donation Grand Island Historical Society located in Beaver Island State Park. Follow the signs. Free entry into the park. Membership available.
The Grand Island Community Chorus is having a spring concert on Sunday, May 7th, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Timothy Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1453 Staley Road. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The Grand Island PTA Council will sponsor a Meet the Candidates Night at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School, 1100 Ransom Road.
St. Martin-in-the-Field Meat Raffle will be held on Friday, May 12th from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at Knights of Columbus Hall, 1841 Whitehaven Road. See FLYER.
The American Legion will be holding its annual Mother’s Day Flower Fundraiser on Friday and Saturday, May 12th and 13th at the DeGlopper Memorial Park, Baseline & Grand Island Blvd, from 7:00 a.m., - 6:00 p.m. Flowers are $17.00 and tomato plants are $6.00. For further information contact Ray DeGlopper at 716-863-6256 or Gary Roesch at 716-583-7969. FLYER.
The National Assoc. of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its 31st annual national food drive on Saturday, May 13th on Grand Island. To donate leave a sturdy bag of unexpired non-perishable foods next to your mailbox. See FLYER.
Sign up now for Golden Age Center May Day Trips.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses, HERE.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
April 27, 2023
Happy birthday today to Bethany Leiner, Brandon Kinney, Henry Mayer & Tom Natale. Happy birthday on Friday, April 28th to April Wright Elijah Linenfelser, Jaimen Wright, Pat Ehringer, Joan Sumner, Janet Austin, Kim Glessner & Jim Teator. Happy birthday on Saturday to Diane Goupil, Frank Cannata, Herman Black, Bruce Hann & Rick Magro and on Sunday to JP Kennedy, John Podlucky, Jessica Bykowicz, Ava DeFranks, Anna Pullano, Taylor Firth, Janet Pedlow & Georgette Combes. On Monday to Krystin Hoppel, Amber Spiesz, Cynthia Stamler, Karen Conboy, Mary Ann Beatty, Barbara Davis, Janice Hecko & Paul Wudyka. Happy birthday Tuesday to Rita Volpe, Brent Fred Jr. & Joan Fred. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to David Sugg, Barbara Taefi, Joneen Corrao, Katie Hillock, Patrick Smith & Vince Martello.
Breakfast at the VFW: Everyone welcome to join the VFW for breakfast on Saturday morning April 29th from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or sold out. All for $10. See flyer for menu.
Clean Up Grand Island, 3278 Whitehaven Road (Nike Base), 8am - 12pm on Saturday, April 29th. View The Official Clean Up Grand Island Map & Location List on the Clean Up Grand Island Facebook page link.
St. Stephen School Family Night Out is on Saturday, April 29th from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Basket raffle, magic show, carnival games and more.
Maple Grove Cemetery Meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 2nd at 6:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Memorial Library, 1715 Bedell Road, Grand Island.
Neighbors Foundation Spring Food Drive runs through the end of May. Please visit the following businesses and organizations to drop off nonperishable and unexpired food to share with our Neighbors in need: Grand Island Memorial Library, Certified AutoBrokers, TrendSetters Hair Design, Century 21 Winklhofer, St. Stephens RC Church, Thompson Farms, Kelly's Country Store, Dollar General, Notaro Chiropractic-Grand Island Chiropractic PT and MOG at Trilogy, Maguire Family of Dealerships, WellNow Urgent Care, Hunt Real Estate, DeSignet Jewelry.
The Grand Island PTA Council will sponsor a Meet the Candidates Night at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School, 1100 Ransom Road. Candidates are incumbents Dr. Ashli Dreher & Susan Marston. Also running are Jennifer Chin and Andrew Grinchishin. You can find bio's for candidates HERE.
Sign up now for Golden Age Center May Day Trips.
Registration for all Summer Youth Programs is open for Residents and April 24th at 8:00am for Non-Residents. Website If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
April 20, 2023
Happy birthday today to JoAnn Podlucky, Tina Marie Miller & Bernadette Brown. Happy birthday on Friday, April 21st to Kim Domagala, Cindy Bleich, Rich Ray & Heidi Travagline. Happy birthday on Saturday to Genna Baldassarre, Barbara Girardo, Yvonne Turri & Joseph Synakowski and on Sunday to Sam Aceti, Sydney Neuhaus, Kathy Lechner, Linda Kutzbach, Erica Forbes & Nathan Miles. On Monday to Brad Robinson, Mary O'Brien & Randolph Johnson. Happy birthday Tuesday to Florence Lindelow . On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Mark Miles, Lisa Braun, Brooke Christensen, Karen and Tessa DeMartin, Bernadette DiMartile & Scott Driess III.
The library will be closed Friday, April 21st due to staffing issues.
The April meeting of the Cinderella Isle Garden Club will meet tonight, Thursday, April 20th at 6:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, N Y. The April meeting will be a “Spring Tea” with tea, finger foods and dessert. For further information about our club or membership contact Terry at CinderellaGC@gmail.com.
The GI Rotary Club needs just 300 more pairs of shoes to meet their goal of 2500 pairs in their spring fundraiser. They will be collected until the end of April at the following locations: Grand Island Golden Age Center, Grand Island Town Hall or Grand Island Memorial Library.
Mallwitz's Island Lanes is hosting their annual Relay For Life Basket Raffle Music Fundraiser on Saturday, April 22nd at 6:00 p.m. Basket Raffle 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Wide Right Band 8:00 p.m. - Midnight. Cash bar & food available.
The Lions Club Spaghetti dinner will take place on Monday, April 24th from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's Grill, River Oaks. See flyer. Tickets.
Everyone welcome to join the VFW Auxiliary for breakfast on Saturday morning April 29th from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or sold out. All for $10. See flyer for menu.
The Grand Island Central School District held their General Session Board of Education Meeting and the BOE also voted on adopting the 2023-24 Budget for next school year, in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School, on Tuesday April 18, 2023. See VIDEO.
Sign up now for Golden Age Center May Day Trips.
Registration for all Summer Youth Programs is open for Residents and April 24th at 8:00am for Non-Residents. Website.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
April 13, 2023
Happy birthday today to Peter Santa Lucia, Jude Casey Kuehne & Nicole Butcher. Happy birthday on Friday, April 14th to Dan Robinson, Nicholas Aronica & John Leszczak. Happy birthday on Saturday to Jim Panepinto, Curt Nestark, Trish Birtz & Jacquie DesJardins LoManto and on Sunday to Peter Stein, Marie Casey, Helen Harrison & Lisa Macaluso . On Monday to Jon Albertsson, Rob Kopf & John Chin. Happy birthday Tuesday to Mark Hassan, Norma Horton & Nunzio Spacone. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Lela Mancuso & Paul Brush.
Happy 70th wedding anniversary to Athena & Pete Xanthos on April 19th!
Another dog attack in Sandy Beach yesterday. Be alert at all times and stay away from Wallace!
GI Historical Society Open House - Featuring: Historic & Present Art and Artists of Grand Island, Sunday, April 16, 2023, 2:00-4:00 p.m. Grand Island Historical Society at River Lea located in Beaver Island State Park. Follow signs within the park. Free entry to the park and museum.
Golden Age Center Pot Luck Paint Night on Tuesday, April 18th. See FLYER.
Grand Island Health & Wellness Fair Wednesday, April 19th from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Grand Island High School. Sponsored by GI School District Health & Wellness Committee. Free for all ages. See FLYER.
The April meeting of the Cinderella Isle Garden Club will meet on Thursday, April 20th at 6:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, N Y. The April meeting will be a "Spring Tea" with tea, finger foods and dessert. For further information about our club or membership contact Terry at CinderellaGC@gmail.com.
Sign up now for Golden Age Center May Day Trips.
Registration for all Summer Youth Programs is open for Residents and April 24th at 8:00am for Non-Residents. Website If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
April 6, 2023
Happy birthday today to Sherri Garner. Happy birthday on Friday, April 7th to Barb Wilson. Happy birthday on Saturday to Tom Crooks, Lucy Delavalle, Margery McKinney Burkman, James Caprio & Daniel Lynch and on Sunday to Wayne Kinney, Rhett Robinson, Becca Zimmerman, Jeff Kirsch, Carolyn Marble, Gerald Kutis & Bob Ernst. On Monday to Patricia Haag & Robert Porter. Happy birthday Tuesday to Roman Jurga, Arlene Edhe & Serena Anzalaco Troyan . On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Kathy Elias & Mary McDonnell.
Happy 50th wedding anniversary to Vince and Margaret Martello tomorrow, April 7th!
GI Historical Society program & meeting tonight, Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at River Lea. Greg Kinal will present a lively program on The 1950s. Members: Free; Guests: $5 donation. Grand Island Historical Society located in Beaver Island State Park.
VFW Post 9249 Auxiliary Lenten Fish Fry will be Friday, April 7 from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. See FLYER.
Town of Grand Island Recreation Department Easter Activities are scheduled for Friday, April 7, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Veterans Park. There will be family friendly activities on the Easter Egg Trail and inside the GI Memorial Library. Bring your basket or bag to collect eggs. See trail map flyer and information flyer.
Red Cross Blood Drive - Monday, April 10th.
Grand Island Health & Wellness Fair Wednesday, April 19th from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Grand Island High School. Sponsored by GI School District Health & Wellness Committee. Free for all ages. See FLYER.
Sign up now for Golden Age Center May Day Trips.
Registration for all Summer Youth Programs is open for Residents and on April 24th at 8:00am for Non-Residents. Website.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
11th Annual GISBA (Grand Island School & Business Alliance) Golf Outing is on Monday, July 17th at River Oaks Golf Club. See FLYER. Call Jude Kuehne (716) 773-8801 to book your foursome and/or to be a sponsor!
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
March 30, 2023
Happy birthday today to Helen Fae Bailey & Sharon Wright . Happy birthday on Friday, March 31st to Barry Smith, Tom Shanor & Anna Kapus. Happy birthday on Saturday to Fay McDonald & Jeremy Figler and on Sunday to Joel Moyer, Sharon Stevens-Downing & Susan Ventry. On Monday to Dante LoPresti, David Pelosi & Mike Geblein. Happy birthday Tuesday to Natalie Baldassare & Zoe Dodd Gilbert. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Daniel Tagiareni.
VFW Post 9249 Auxiliary Lenten Fish Fry will be Friday March 31 & April 7 from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. See FLYER.
Town of Grand Island Recreation Department Easter Activities are scheduled for Friday, April 7, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Veterans Park. There will be family friendly activities on the Easter Egg Trail and inside the GI Memorial Library. Bring your basket or bag to collect eggs. See trail map flyer and information flyer
Grand Island Waste Management LLC is looking for part-time workers for the coming busy season.
The Grand Island Central School District held their General Session Board of Education Meeting and Third Budget Presentation for the 2023-24 School Year, in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School, on Monday March 27, 2023. See VIDEO.
Registration for all Summer Youth Programs opens March 27th at 8:00am for Residents and April 24th at 8:00am for Non-Residents. Website If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
11th Annual GISBA (Grand Island School & Business Alliance) Golf Outing is on Monday, July 17th at River Oaks Golf Club. See FLYER. Call Jude Kuehne (716) 773-8801 to book your foursome and/or to be a sponsor!
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
March 23, 2023
Happy birthday today to Pattie Beauchamp, Jim Olmstead, Pat Harding & Ryan Kernin. Happy birthday on Friday, March 24th to Jillian Sheehan & Robin Swedish. Happy birthday on Saturday to Jim Ehde, Jack Mahnk, Amy Blundell, Sue Ann Mackenna & Rick Ryder and on Sunday to Kendall Duscher, Betty Marinell & Angelo LaDuca. On Monday to Brooklyn Landroche, Clive Roughsedge, Mary Carol Wozniak & Frances Tracey. Happy birthday Tuesday to Sherry Miller, Annalea Masiello, Marilyn Rudolph, Olivia Williams, Barb Wienke, Kenna MacNeil, Jacob Stewart, Valerie Robinson & Jonathan Leiner. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Margie Southwood, Tracey Shickluna, Chloe Fitzsimmons & Michele LaBarre.
Everyone is welcome to join the VFW Post 9249 for breakfast on Saturday morning, March 25th from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or sold out. All for $10. See flyer for menu.
Scout 630 Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, March 25th from 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Trinity UMC Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road. See flyer for details.
Riverside-Salem presents "Talk of Mary Burnett Talbert" by Lillian S. Williams. It takes place at the Grand Island Welcome Center on Sunday, March 26th at 4:00 p.,.m. Historian Williams’ research on Talbert — an early 20th century civil rights reformer, suffragist and human rights advocate — has spanned over four decades and two continents. Everyone is welcome. See flyer for details.
National Vietnam Veterans Day is acknowledged on March 29 every year, honoring anyone who served during its 20-year time. The day was founded in 2017 to finally offer respect to everyone involved. Join your comrades at VFW Post 9249, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. See FLYER.
Town of Grand Island Recreation Department Easter Activities are scheduled for Friday, April 7, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Veterans Park. There will be family friendly activities on the Easter Egg Trail and inside the GI Memorial Library. Bring your basket or bag to collect eggs. See trail map flyer and information flyer.
Registration for all Summer Youth Programs opens March 27th at 8:00am for Residents and April 24th at 8:00am for Non-Residents. Website If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
11th Annual GISBA (Grand Island School & Business Alliance) Golf Outing is on Monday, July 17th at River Oaks Golf Club. See FLYER. Call Jude Kuehne (716) 773-8801 to book your foursome and/or to be a sponsor!
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
March 16, 2023
Happy birthday today to Megan Malaney, Dan Lee, Cameron Willer, Sandra Fonte, Debbie Jenkins, & Pat Phillips. Happy birthday on Friday, March 17th to Nancy Anderson. Happy birthday on Saturday to Adam Missert, Nicholas Tim, Audrey Mason, Eddie Krecisz, Arthur Pelletier & Kenneth Pieri and on Sunday to Ruth Landel, Carol Sharpe, Lester Lee, Joseph Roberts & Richard McDonald. On Monday to Marty Bidell, Mary O'Dea Beyer & David Ames. Happy birthday Tuesday to Paul Roeder, Ruth Ryan, Peggy Bauman, Jim Gajewski, Delores Laska, Daniel Parker & Dorothy Martinelli. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Wendy Stratton-Gross, Peter Baker, Kristine Dodge & Beverly Kinney.
Happy 38th wedding anniversary to Vicki & Ian Harnden and happy 44 to Bob & Debbie Guenther on Monday, March 16th. Happy anniversary to Amy & Steve Morgan on March 19th.
The Public Hearing for Local law #1 of 2023- rezoning SBL #38.11-2-6.11 Whitehaven Road-R-2/B1 to PDD has been cancelled for Monday, March 20 at the request of the developer. This is an area of undeveloped land at the corner of Whitehaven Road and East River Road across from the Radisson Hotel.
Adrian's Soft Opening was Wednesday March 15 and Thursday March 16th 5-8 pm. Stop for an ice cream treat and help us train our new employees. They are serving Custard and Hard Ice Cream Only. Our dining room will be closed, please use the front walk up windows. The March meeting of the Cinderella Isle Garden Club will meet on Thursday, March 16th at 6:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, N Y.
Annual VFW Auxiliary Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner, Saturday, March 18th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome, see FLYER.
Open House at Grand Island Historical Society at River Lea located in Beaver Island State Park. Featuring: Maps and aerial photos of Grand Island. Sunday, March 19, 2023, 2:00-4:00 pm. Follow signs within the park. Free entry to the park and museum. Membership Available.
Class of 1968 has planned a 55th Reunion. The event will be held at: 773 North Restaurant on July 2, 2023. The cost will be $28.00 per person. Cash Bar 5:00 p.m, Buffalo style buffet, wings, beef on wick, garden salad etc... Please message Sandy Nelson (sandyngi@yahoo.com)for the mailing address. RSVP by June, 26th, 2023. Please contact any friends that you keep in touch with to help spread the word.
American Red Cross Blood Drive sponsored by Assemblyman Angelo Morinello and Deputy Supervisor Pete Marston will be held on Tuesday, March 21st at the Grand Island Fire Hall, 2275 Baseline Road. FLYER.
Relay For Life Crockpot Cook-Off is Tuesday, March 21st from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's at River Oaks. Help kick-off the 2023 Grand Island Relay For Life. Prizes awarded for best dessert and best food entry. See FLYER.
The Grand Island Central School District held their General Session Board of Education Meeting and Second Budget Presentation for the 2023-24 School Year, in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School, on Monday March 13, 2023. See VIDEO.
Registration for all Summer Youth Programs opens March 27th at 8:00am for Residents and April 24th at 8:00am for Non-Residents. Website The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
March 9, 2023
Happy birthday today to Grace Wenner, Elaine Freedman & Jody Slipko. Happy birthday on Friday, March 10th to Nancy Seifert Dinan, Christie Lewis Hy, Louisa Anderson & Dorothy Hahn. Happy birthday on Saturday to Emily Bolles, Roman Cacciatore, David Cook & Shirley Norman and on Sunday to Joan Papaj, Al Meyer, Madison MacNeil, Ray Hayward & Michele Beauchamp. On Monday to Karen Hayes Smith, Martha Bojarski, Pat Kendzierski, Adam Kratz, Susan Anstett Marston & Jody Ghianni. Happy birthday Tuesday to Jon Grenda, Laurie McGinn, Kathy Shaklee, Rebecca Popiel & Jim Walf. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Jane Faruga, Gail Monti, Elizabeth Figler, John Corrao, Mindi Kratz & Henry Lobl
Tonight, Thursday, March 9th, the GI Recreation Department is hosting a free community presentation. "People Seeking Services" will take place at the Community Center at Nike Base Park, 3278 Whitehaven Road, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. See FLYER.
The VFW 9249 & Auxiliary, Grand Island, NY will be the location of a Chiavetta's pop-up event Saturday, March 11, serving 12:00-6:00. $14 chicken dinner, $18 1/2 rack rib dinner. Cash & Card will be accepted.
Annual VFW Auxiliary Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner, Saturday, March 18th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome, see FLYER.
The March meeting of the Cinderella Isle Garden Club will meet on Thursday, March 16th at 6:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, N Y.
Relay For Life Crockpot Cook-Off is Tuesday, March 21st from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's at River Oaks. Help kick-off the 2023 Grand Island Relay For Life. Prizes awarded for best dessert and best food entry. See FLYER.
Registration for all Summer Youth Programs opens March 27th at 8:00am for Residents and April 24th at 8:00am for Non-Residents. Website If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Rotary Club of Grand Island is conducting a shoe drive fundraiser, February 27th through April 24th. Anyone can help by donating gently worn, used and new shoes at public drop off locations: Grand Island Memorial Library, Grand Island Town Hall, M&T (in April), Golden Age Center, St Stephens School, Cole International (1775 Baseline Suite 280), Trinity United Methodist Church (March), and Wavelengths. internal collections: Fresenius Kabi, 3159 Staley Rd (Internal collection) & Kaegebein School (school project).
The Lions Club Spaghetti dinner will take place on Monday, April 24th from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's Grill, River Oaks. See flyer.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
11th Annual GISBA (Grand Island School & Business Alliance) Golf Outing is on Monday, July 17th at River Oaks Golf Club. See FLYER. Call Jude Kuehne (716) 773-8801 to book your foursome and/or to be a sponsor!
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
March 2, 2023
Happy birthday today to Jamie Akers Smith. Happy birthday on Friday, March 3rd to Jeff Denler, John Simon, Anne Rollins & Joyce Cowan. Happy birthday on Saturday to Kevin Smith, Mary Trinci & Sally Hoffman and on Sunday to Robert Haag, Dorothy Hudson, Tim Moriarty, David McConnell, Rich Amantia, Missy Fargino & Jeanne Powers. On Monday to Bonnie Peete, Hayden Backlund, Eilene Gebrian, Charles Tobe & Pat Bassler. Happy birthday Tuesday to Linda Leuchner, Glen Shepherd, Leda Barton, Lola Brindisi, Carol O’Connor & Bill Ortiz. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Rosemary Loth Fischer & Diane Grant
Grand Island Historical Society general meeting and program is tonight, Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 7:00 pm . We will meet at the Golden Age Center, 3278 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, New York 14072. Our guest speaker: Peter Jablonski with a program entitled “The Great Horse Healer” about Dr. Claris, a WNY veterinarian in the early 1900s.
The Town of GI Recreation, Parks and Golden Age Center are hosting an Open House & Outdoor Recreation Expo on Saturday, March 4th from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. See FLYER for complete details.
Free car seat check at the Sheriff’s Grand Island Substation, 1856 Whitehaven Road, on Sunday, March 5, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Deputies will provide free car seat inspections, installations, and instructions for properly installing car seats.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Rotary Club of Grand Island is conducting a shoe drive fundraiser, February 27th through April 24th. Anyone can help by donating gently worn, used and new shoes at public drop off locations: Grand Island Memorial Library, Grand Island Town Hall, M&T (in April), Golden Age Center, St Stephens School, Cole International (1775 Baseline Suite 280), Trinity United Methodist Church (March), and Wavelengths. internal collections: Fresenius Kabi, 3159 Staley Rd (Internal collection) & Kaegebein School (school project).
Relay For Life Crockpot Cook-Off is Tuesday, March 21st from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's at River Oaks. Help kick-off the 2023 Grand Island Relay For Life. Prizes awarded for best dessert and best food entry. See FLYER.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
11th Annual GISBA (Grand Island School & Business Alliance) Golf Outing is on Monday, July 17th at River Oaks Golf Club. See FLYER. Call Jude Kuehne (716) 773-8801 to book your foursome and/or to be a sponsor!
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
February 23, 2023
Happy birthday today to Sherry DeBruyn, Jo Klock, Paula Nakayama, Sophia Black, Linda Gerristad & John Whitney. Happy birthday on Friday, February 24th to Brian Robinson & Jan Yardley. Happy birthday on Saturday to Bob Gesl, Dennis Donovan, Scott Tetreault, Kevin Brock & Mary Williams and on Sunday to David Rogers, Debbie Kennedy-Rogoza, Jay Hollinger, William Madigan & Lynn Dingey. On Monday to Gabrielle Robinson, Kevin Koch Jr., Mike Cali & David Passanese. Happy birthday Tuesday to Mary Ann Love, David Steggs, Patrick McMahon & Peggie Bastian. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to on Hoke, Phyllis Martin, Jean Smith, Linda Hermann, Michael William Rayhill, Karie Stedman, Ashley Gorman, Sarah Dollendorf Cich, Gail Click & Bridget McMahon.
Everyone is welcome to have breakfast on Saturday morning, Feb. 25th from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. (or sold out) at the VFW. All for $10. See flyer for menu.
Relay For Life Crockpot Cook-Off is Tuesday, March 21st from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's at River Oaks. Help kick-off the 2023 Grand Island Relay For Life. Prizes awarded for best dessert and best food entry. See FLYER.
GI Historical Society Schedule - Programs, Events & Open Houses March - June 2023, HERE.
11th Annual GISBA (Grand Island School & Business Alliance) Golf Outing is on Monday, July 17th at River Oaks Golf Club. See FLYER. Call Jude Kuehne (716) 773-8801 to book your foursome and/or to be a sponsor!
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
February 16, 2023
Happy birthday today to Deborah Parker, Marianne Ward & Lynne Rimer. Happy birthday on Friday, February 17th to Kathy Garlapow, Anita DeGlopper, Lillian Brenner, Aaron Delavalle, Chuck Delavalle & Swaran Dhaliwal. Happy birthday on Saturday to Phyllis Wesolek, Michelle Gast, Patrick Stouter, Chris Ciszek & Barbara Wudyka and on Monday to Bryan Smith, Melanie Stein, Carol Alt, Daniel Tattenbaum, Jennifer Watkins, Katie Brady, MaryJo Gill & Dick Bessel. Happy birthday Tuesday to Eugene Corey & Sal Gullo. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Marilyn Wilkie Watt, Jim Zilliox & Ralph Quarantillo
Congratulations to Girls Soccer CO-PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Ella Rudney, 12, Grand Island: Section VI leader in goals (44) and points (104) posted seven three-goal games and four games with at least four goals. Three-time All-WNY first-team selection; she did not play as a junior because of an injury. Named to all-state second team in Class A. Early enrollee at the University of Nebraska. Said her favorite game of the season was scoring the overtime winner against North Tonawanda to advance to the Class A semifinals.
The Golden Age Center is collecting trial sized or hotel shampoos, conditioners, bath/shower gel, toothpaste, toothbrushes that they use to pack toiletry bags for Friends of Night People. Donations can be dropped off during operating hours Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., 3278 Whitehaven Road.
Relay For Life of Grand Island will take place on Sunday, June 4th at noon at the Town Commons. New this year is a plant/flower fundraiser. 50% of every purchase will be donated back to the GI Relay. Go to Fundraiser to order, the site will accept orders until May 15th. When placing your order please be sure to fill in the "Give Credit for this Sale to: Grand Island Relay For Life" on the ordering page or use a team name.
Save the dates: GIHS Class of 1973. Icebreaker Friday, June 30th at Niagara Sailing Club. Reunion Saturday, July 1st at Buffalo Launch Club.
The Grand Island Central School District held their General Session Board of Education Meeting and First Budget Presentation for the 2023-24 School Year, in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School, on Monday February 13, 2023. VIDEO
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
February 2, 2023
Happy birthday today to Leigh Ann Bukhari, Laura Matthews, Lee Richard, Bob Hillock, Don Kaiser, Cheryl Wasson, Natalie Kopf, Dominic Pullano, Eileen Crane & Carol Maul . Happy birthday on Friday, February 3rd to Joan Savoy Dlugokinski, Ilene Dee & Ryan Timmerman. Happy birthday on Saturday to Geraldine Kowalski, Emma Hall, Christopher Drew, Juliette Caprio, Mark VonWryeza, Mary Lou Jerge, Dan Ryan, Sophie Cane, Pete Marston & Maureen Lewis and on Sunday to Geraldine ( Jeri) Benzing & Kip Staub. Happy birthday on Monday to Linda Tufillaro, Olivia Wenner, Noelle Linenfelser & Cody Okelberry and on Tuesday, happy birthday to Glenn Skelly. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Jayne Carrig, Mary Sitarski, Diane Garey, Diane Gurbacki, Sarah Klock, David Santa Lucia, Jadon Garman, Carleigh Rodriguez, Sheila Strott & Jackson Tower
Happy wedding anniversary today to Oliver & Anne Stuardi!
Golden Age Center upcoming special classes; Monday, February 6th Mindful Movement and Monday, February 13th Vision Board Class. Sign up now!
High School Musical on stage at GIHS! Performances will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, Friday, February 3, and a 6 p.m. show on Saturday, February 4 in the Grand Viking Theater. Tickets are $12 presale and $15 at the door. We are also offering a discount for Seniors and Students for $10 tickets presale and $13 at the door. Come early on Saturday night at 5:00 pm for the interactive family-friendly stations. To purchase tickets online click here.
American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, February 10th at 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Community Center at the Nike Base, 3278 Whitehaven Road. See FLYER.
Save the dates: GIHS Class of 1973. Icebreaker Friday, June 30th at Niagara Sailing Club. Reunion Saturday, July 1st at Buffalo Launch Club.
2023 Father's Day Lawnmower Races and Walk/Run for Grand Island Relay For Life is planned for Sunday, June 18th. The walk/run will be at 11:00 a.m. and races to begin at 1:00 p.m. Also mentioned was a car show, corn hole tournament and model cars. SAVE THE DATE!!!
Exciting times at the new Bridgeview Tavern...now open on Saturdays! Stop in Wednesday - Saturday, 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. or later! Now serving Fish Fry's on Friday evening, and delectible wings and pub food, all the time. A trivia night is scheduled for Wednesday, February 15th, starting at 6:00 p.m. (with prizes!) Reserve a table by calling 716-775-9650 or checking out Bridgeview Tavern Facebook. Don't forget sister restaurant Village Inn Facebook, posting specials daily!
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education and Administration teams up with the Town of Grand Island Supervisor and Town Board members for their annual Joint Meeting in the Professional Development Room of Grand Island High School on Monday January 30, 2023. VIDEO
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Support Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
January 26, 2023
Happy birthday today to Sharon Tokash, John Dudley, Tommy Geblein, Wayne Baumler & Mary Caldwell . Happy birthday on Friday, January 27th to abrina Butcher, Brent Minet, Mary Stewart & Pat Shickluna. Happy birthday on Saturday to Kelly Cunningham, Jason Vallina, Tom Burkman, Barbara Grabiec & Elaine Gibney and on Sunday to Arlene Larry, Kevin Kelley, Eric Sharpe & Nicholas Penque. Happy birthday on Monday to David Clayton III and on Tuesday, happy birthday to Ronald Duguay, Hailee Clayton, Conner Bolles, Anthony Mondi & Regina Truitt. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Judith Pack, Mandy Malaney, Ryan Pecoraro, Clyde Hickok & Sydney Mazur
Rotary Club of Grand Island Undie Sunday collection is being held until Sunday, January 29th. There is a particular need of warm socks, T-shirts, men’s underwear, sizes Large, Extra Large and XX Large and all women’s undergarments. The donated items will be distributed to the Community Mission of Niagara Falls and Journey’s End Refugee Services. See story for details.
High School Musical on stage at GIHS! Performances will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, Friday, February 3, and a 6 p.m. show on Saturday, February 4 in the Grand Viking Theater. Tickets are $12 presale and $15 at the door. We are also offering a discount for Seniors and Students for $10 tickets presale and $13 at the door. Come early on Saturday night at 5:00 pm for the interactive family-friendly stations. To purchase tickets online click here.
New Date Added: A historic presentation and dinner will take place at the Buffalo Launch Club on Saturday, February 4th & February 25th. The title is Boats, Booze and the BLC in the 1920s. Presenters are from the Grand Island Historical Society and from the Buffalo Launch Club Heritage committee. Flyer.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Suppost Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
January 19, 2023
Happy birthday today to Mackenzie Hassan, Kristyn Brown & Susan Razmus . Happy birthday on Friday, January 20th to Fran Burrows, Kaylee Connell, Andrew Masiello, Josh Lange, Dustin Gushue, Brenda Hollfelder & Diane Haney. Happy birthday on Saturday to Pat Caffery Roncone, Mary Cooke, John Gast, Dennis Lach & Ron Pavis and on Sunday to Kurt Lorence, Jean Bousquet & Joanne Browne. Happy birthday on Monday to Jonathan Minton, Allison Boron, Mark Leffler & Mary Jane Clark and on Tuesday, happy birthday to Louie Freitas Joyce Warning, Hunter Schmidt, Sarah Ramsperger, Benjamin DeFranks, Tyler Meyer & Warren Becher. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Patricia Webb Scott, Al Ackerman, Jason MacClelland, Colton Wilkinson. Sam Giglia, Judy Polizzi & Carolyn Spacone
Happy 41st wedding anniversary to Karen & Rom Figler on January 23rd.
The Cinderella Isle Garden Club will meet on Thursday, January 19th at 6:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2100 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, N Y. The January “soup” meeting of the Cinderella Isle Garden Club will include soup recipes from the 2022 Williamsville Soup Stroll. Following dinner will be fun activities and an opportunity to sign up for the upcoming year’s committees.
Charles N. DeGlopper VVW Post #9249 Auxiliary presents a Soup-a-palooza! on Saturday, January 21st from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Cost is $10.00 and includes unlimited soup, Salad and one dessert. See FLYER.
Rotary Club of Grand Island will host its annual Undie Sunday 2023 collection between Jan 22 – 29. There is a particular need of warm socks, T-shirts, men’s underwear, sizes Large, Extra Large and XX Large and all women’s undergarments. The donated items will be distributed to the Community Mission of Niagara Falls and Journey’s End Refugee Services. See story for details.
Bridgeview Tavern, corner of East River and North Colony roads is open this evening from 4pm - 10ish. Great place to relax with some serious pub food and games of bubble hockey, pinball and pool table. Look for a story next week with photos and new hours.
American Red Cross Blood Drive at Grand Island Fire Hall on Tuesday, January 24th. Chance to win trip to Super Bowl. See FLYER.
Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life on the GIHS stage! Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. Performances will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, Friday, February 3, and a 6 p.m. show on Saturday, February 4 in the Grand Viking Theater. Tickets are $12 presale and $15 at the door. We are also offering a discount for Seniors and Students for $10 tickets presale and $13 at the door. Come early on Saturday night at 5:00 pm for the interactive family-friendly stations. To purchase tickets online click here.
New Date Added: A historic presentation and dinner will take place at the Buffalo Launch Club on Saturday, February 4th & February 25th. The title is Boats, Booze and the BLC in the 1920s. Presenters are from the Grand Island Historical Society and from the Buffalo Launch Club Heritage committee. Flyer.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Suppost Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
January 12, 2023
Happy birthday today to Martha Muller, Barbara Fritchey, Lyle Dinsmore & Adam Kopf . Happy birthday on Friday, January 13th to James Winter, Greg Bell, Lynn Henschel & Paula Zucarelli. Happy birthday on Saturday to Carolina Luciani, Mike Rustowicz, Evan Carey, Dolores Hoefner & Sylvia McGinn and on Sunday to Anthony Masocco, Jennifer Farrell & Carol Boreali. Happy birthday on Monday to Amber Malaney, Don Burrows, Joyce Hornbeck, Sudha Sharma, Earl DeGlopper Jr., Carroll Becker, Sue Fleischauer, Joy Mesmer & Darlene Hewitt and on Tuesday, happy birthday to Justin Sondel, Ron Sutton, Hank Kammerer, Nick Kingston, Marvin Mack & Barbara Creighton. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Caitlin Schwinge, Gail Becher, Peter and Paul Minton, Robert Davis & Linda Piro
Happy 55th wedding anniversary to Linda & John Braddell on January 13th. Happy 34th wedding anniversary to Donna & Bill Williams on January 14th.
Linda Emanuele sent me a notice that her dad, world class hydroplane driver Howie Benns (dec.), will be inducted into the Canadian Boating Federation Hall of Fame on January 21st in Cobourg, Ontario at their annual meeting. Congratulations!
Charles N. DeGlopper VVW Post #9249 Auxiliary presents a Soup-a-palooza! on Saturday, January 21st from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Cost is $10.00 and includes unlimited soup, Salad and one dessert. See FLYER.
Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life on the GIHS stage! Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. Performances will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, Friday, February 3, and a 6 p.m. show on Saturday, February 4 in the Grand Viking Theater. Tickets are $12 presale and $15 at the door. We are also offering a discount for Seniors and Students for $10 tickets presale and $13 at the door. Come early on Saturday night at 5:00 pm for the interactive family-friendly stations. To purchase tickets online click here.
Save the date: A historic presentation and dinner will take place at the Buffalo Launch Club on Saturday, February 4th & 25th. The title is Boats, Booze and the BLC in the 1920s. Presenters are from the Grand Island Historical Society and from the Buffalo Launch Club Heritage committee. Flyer.
The Grand Island Central School District Board of Education held their general session meeting on Monday January 9, 2023 in the Little Theater of Veronica Connor Middle School in Grand Island, NY. See VIDEO.
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Suppost Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
January 5, 2023
Happy birthday today to Peggy Boettcher Fuller & Kathy Boettcher Stisser, Sue Novits, Dennis McCloskey, Bob Zielinski, Jake Dixon & Marissa Aceti . Happy birthday on Friday, January 6th to Michael Lockett, Melissa Clement Hill, Ron Webb, Dale Morgan, Kathy McNulty, Sandy Less, Florence Prawel, Jacqueline Goris Foote, John Bidell Sr.. Happy birthday on Saturday to Craig Davis & Eric Reimann and on Sunday to Heidi Rust, Sharon Koehler, Sharon Minet, Nicholas Heftka, Alexandria Anderson, Michael Klipich, Jean Siess & Sherilyn Gillard. Happy birthday on Monday to Dale Morgan, Richard Brzyski, Sam Loquasto & Martha Merrinan and on Tuesday, happy birthday to Patricia & Scott Shaw, Sheila Colan & Darlene Conners. On Wednesday, say happy birthday to Debbie Stack, Joyce Neil, Susan Head, Art Ciechoski, Mark Landroche, Jack Roesch, Bob Marcel & Stephan R. Kovacs, Jr.
Happy anniversary to Gary & Emily Dahlstrom on January 6th.
Save the date: A historic presentation and dinner will take place at the Buffalo Launch Club on Saturday, February 4th. The title is Boats, Booze and the BLC in the 1920s. Presenters are from the Grand Island Historical Society and from the Buffalo Launch Club Heritage committee. See ticket information here.
Thanks to Kim & Sam Aceti for many years of fine beverage service and being so generous to the Grand Island community and its organizations. They are retiring!
Recovery International is a support group for anyone 18 years of age and older who need help with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, PTSD, and fears of all kinds. Recovery meets every Tuesday from 7 PM- 9 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers Suppost Meeting is at Bible Fellowship Center, 1135 Baseline Road on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon. For information call Jim Pinckney (321-439-6028) or Mary Pinckney (352-217-2311).
Check out the Town of Grand Island Recreational Bikeways, Hiking Trails and Blueway Trails.
If you have any good news, stories, photos, etc and would like to share with your neighbors....do not hesitate. I would love to post positive moments, it just might make the difference in someone's day! Email jodi@giecom.net.
Remember....there is no charge to announce your engagement, wedding, anniversary or birthday, even with a picture! Only at Isledegrande do you get that kind of service.
