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Western Chapter News
Photo (L to R:) Ben Carson, Merline Bell, Ettie Smith, Tonya McCray, Helen Sanders, Ann Converso
December 3, 2021 – Build Back Better Agenda Enhances Lives of WNYers – by Ann Converso (Buffalo News)
- October 4, 2025, 12:00 pm: Puptoberfest by Friends of Ellicott
Date: October 4th, 2025, 12pm--4pm
Location: Ellicott Island Bark Park, 10 Creekside Drive, Tonawanda NY 14228Join Statewide Senior Action Council, as well as a host of other community vendors, at this year's Bark Park Puptoberfest! This fall event is free to attend and open to the public. Proceeds will benefit Friends of Ellicott Island Bark Park, a non-profit dedicated to the continued operation, maintenance, and improvement of the Ellicott Island Bark Park.
Event features include:
- 50/50 drawing & other games of chance
- basket raffle
- spin to win
- goodies for your 4-legged friend
- food trucks
- over 40 craft & vendor tables
- Dog Costume ContestFor more information, see the website at https://friendsofellicott.com/puptober-fest
- October 24, 2025, 10:00 am: Statewide & NYSARA Health & Resource Fair For Older Adults
2025 NYSARA Health & Resource Fair Flyer
Date: October 24th, 2025, 10:00am--12:30pm
Location: UAW Region 9, 35 George Karl Boulevard, Buffalo NY 14221Statewide is proud to partner with the New York Alliance for Retired Americans (NYSARA) to present a Health and Resource Fair For Older Adults. This event is Free and Open to the Public. Features include:
Informative Presentations:
-Learn about New York State's Master Plan for Aging, and how recent Federal and State policy changes are shaping the future for older adults
Connect With Local Resources
-Meet with healthcare providers, community groups, and support services focused on senior wellness
Enjoy Free Perks
-Health Screenings and giveaways will be available from our vendors
-A boxed lunch and refreshments will be provided for all attendees!REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
To register, please call 800-333-4374 to reserve your spot, or if you have questions regarding the event. - November 10, 2025, 10:00 am: Western NY Chapter Meeting
Date: November 10, 2025, 10:00am--11:00am
Location: Harlem Road Community Center, 4255 Harlem Road, Amherst NY 14226Meeting Agenda
- Intro
- Pledge/Invocation/Welcome
- Review of Previous Minutes
- Coffee & Refreshment Service
- Meeting Agenda
- TBD
- Intro
Contact Information
Ann Converso, Chapter President
Email: ann.converso@gmail.com
Albany Office
518-436-1006