Community News & Announcements

Seneca Falls: The Story of the Women Who Changed the World
Posted Friday, February 22, 2008
A historian looks at the early women's rights movement
and the reformers America has forgotten.  read more

Mamapalooza 2008 Announced - One Show Only
Posted Friday, February 22, 2008
See the original Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Shirley Alston Reeves and The Shirelles on Sunday, May 4, 2008 2pm - 4pm at Mynderse Academy High School, Troy Street, Seneca Falls.
Tickets: $25  General Admission Tickets: $35
Show and Meet and Greet with The Shirelles at the Museum of Waterways and Industry at 89 Fall Street, Seneca Falls immediately after concert. Refreshments served. Tickets for Meet and Greet are limited to 100 only. Tickets available at: Area Records & Music, Geneva Ceasars's Pet Palace, Geneva The Copy Shop, Seneca Falls. For further information call Lynn Barbuto/LB Productions at 315.789.3746

Elizabeth Cady Stanton House To Re-Open March 1st
Posted Wednesday, February 20, 2008
The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House, located at 32 Washington Street in Seneca Falls, will reopen for tours beginning Saturday, March 1. Tour times will be 11:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. daily. The house is part of Women’s Rights National Historical Park. The house was the home of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, one of the organizers of the First Women’s Rights Convention held in 1848, in Seneca Falls. After the convention Stanton was recognized as one of the leaders of the women’s rights movement in the United States. In 1869, Stanton, along with Susan B. Anthony, formed the National Woman Suffrage Association (NWSA). The organization pushed for a woman’s suffrage amendment to the United States Constitution. The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House has been restored to its 1848 appearance and is listed as a National Historic Landmark. For more information call Women’s Rights National Historical Park at 315-568-0024 or visit the park website at www.nps.gov/wori/.

The Red Hatters are Coming to Town
Posted Friday, February 8, 2008
Why: 10th Anniversary Celebration
When: April 24, 25 and 26
Where: Geneva to Seneca Falls
Experience Red Hat shopping, dining and tours. Shop keepers, restaurants and taverns are ready at the door to make your visit a special one.
- Click here for more info

YOUTH LACROSSE WINTER CAMP
Posted Tuesday, February 5, 2008
NO CONTACT, INDOOR PLAY, SKILLS AND SPORTSMANSHIP!
Offered to boys and girls grades 1-6
SUNDAY, MARCH 16TH   1-3PM
SATURDAY, MARCH 22nd    1-3PM
SUNDAY, MARCH 30th     1-3PM
SATURDAY, APRIL 5th          1-3PM
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25th
Site:  Community Center Gymnasium
Cost:  $10/participant
- Click here for more information

Seneca Falls Youth Lacrosse Open Gym
Posted Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Offered to grades 3-6 Site: Seneca Falls Rec Gym, 35 Water Street Coordinator: Jerry Galusha Every Sunday in February and March. Bring your own equipment if you have it. Time: 4-6pm
**Any questions, please call the Recreation Center Office at 568-6933**

Recent Town Meeting Minutes Posted
Posted Tuesday, February 5, 2008
- Minutes - January 2nd Reorganizational Meeting & Public Hearing (.pdf)
- Minutes - January 9th Joint Town & Village Meeting (.pdf)

2008 Recreation Department Trip Schedule Posted
Posted Friday, January 25, 2008
Check out the great travel and event opportunities offered by the Recreation Department in the upcoming year.

Upcoming Youth Programs at the Community Center
Posted Friday, January 25, 2008
Looking for a something to do in February and March?

SF Artist Invited to White House to Present Ornament
Posted Tuesday, December 11, 2007
A Seneca Falls artist and her husband were invited to attend the lighting ceremony of the official White House Christmas tree last week. Katherine Pfeffer Pross was selected to represent the Women’s Rights National Historical Park in Seneca Falls by decorating an ornament for the tree. On Wednesday, November 28, Katherine, along with her husband Jack, owners of Heirloom Picture Framing on Fall Street in Seneca Falls, attended the event.

Recent Town Meeting Minutes Posted
Posted Tuesday, December 18, 2007
- Minutes - October 25th Budget Workshop (.pdf)
- Minutes - November 7th Public Hearings & Meeting (.pdf)

Local Election Results
Posted Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Click here for the results from the Seneca County Board of Elections.

2007 Halloween Night in Seneca Falls Photo Gallery
Posted Thursday, November 1, 2007
Click here to see a gallery of photos from Halloween night inSeneca Falls.

2007 Halloween Parade Photo Gallery
Posted Monday, October 29, 2007
Click here to see a gallery of photos from the Saturday, October 27th parade in downtown Seneca Falls by Linda Solan of Linda Solan Photography.

Congratulations to the National
Women's Hall of Fame Class of 2007!
Posted Monday, October 8, 2007
- Read about the induction ceremony held Sunday, October 7th
- Congratulations to Seneca Falls' own Judith Pipher

Rachel's Challenge at Seneca Falls Middle School
Posted Saturday, September 15, 2007
Rachel's Challenge is a school assembly and training program that was birthed out of the Columbine High School Tragedy in 1999. Rachel Scott was a remarkable young lady who believed her life would have an impact on the world. The Middle School will see this presentation on Tuesday, September 25th from 8:30 - 9:30 am. The leadership training for 45 students and about 10 staff members will follow afterwards. A parent and community Presentation will be from 7:00 to 8:00 pm at Mynderse Academy Auditorium. For more information, please visit rachelschallenge.com

Computer Classes Planned at Seneca Falls Library
Posted Saturday, September 15, 2007
The library’s next round of computer classes will be Sept. 24 though 27 and feature both day and evening sessions. Although the classes are free and open to the public, registration is required; call 568-8265 or stop by the circulation desk.
The schedule is:
Monday, 9/24: Beginning Comp. 1 at 7 p.m., taught by Marty Toombs Tuesday, 9/25: Beginning Computer 1 at 9 a.m., taught by Ron Booth
Wednesday, 9/26: Letter Writing at 9 a.m., Ron Booth Safe Surfing, Email Use at 7 p.m., Marty Toombs
Thursday, 9/27: Surfin’ the Web, Internet Info at 9 a.m., Ron Booth Pay Pal and eBay at 7 p.m., Marty Toombs
These classes are sponsored by Gay and Son Agency, Inc.

Abigail's Has The Best Wings In New York State
Posted Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Documentary filmmaker Matt Reynolds swung through Seneca Falls recently on a quest to find the world's best Buffalo chicken wing. Well, he and his team found it.....at Abigail's Restaurant in Seneca Falls. The seven judges proclaimed Abigail's "Blue Bayou Buffalo Wing" the best. It was created by cook Columbus Marshall Grady, who makes the wings with a traditional wing sauce blended with blue cheese and fresh celery. Reynolds said: "Grady's wing wraps the entire Buffalo Wing experience into a single bite. It blew us away." Watch the trailer for the film at www.chickenwinghunt.com.

Seneca County Friendship Soccer Tournament
Posted Saturday, September 1, 2007
The Seneca County Friendship Soccer Tournament was held at Mynderse Academy over the Labor Day Weekend. Click here for results and photos.

Seneca Falls Development Corporation Announces New Director
Posted Tuesday, August 14, 2007
The Seneca Falls Local Development Corporation today announced the appointment of Robert Buccieri as the new Director of Economic Development for the Town and Village. more

Help Wanted: Account Clerk for the Village
Posted Wednesday, August 8, 2007
The Village of Seneca Falls is accepting applications  for the part-time position of Account Clerk 30-hour a week position. 10AM-4:30 PM in the office of Clerk/Treasurer.  Applicant is required to pass Civil service test given by Seneca County Personnel Office. Must be computer literate. Starting salary $10.50/hour. Village residents will be given preference. Applications available at Seneca County Personnel Office, Waterloo or Village Hall, Seneca Falls. Applications will be accepted until August 28, 2007.

Town Seeks Waste Management Advisory Committee Members
Posted Tuesday, July 31, 2007
The Town of Seneca Falls is seeking residents who may be interested in serving as a Member of the Town of Seneca Falls Waste Management Advisory Committee. Applicants must reside in the Town of Seneca Falls. Applications can be obtained at the Town Clerk's Office which is temporarily located at 31 Fall Street, Seneca Falls (former Mynderse Library). Completed applications must be returned to the Town Clerk by August 7, 2007 between the hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 pm.

RoadsFromSenecaFalls.net Launches
Posted Friday, July 20, 2007
A new Web site will give students and teachers easy access to material about women's history and leadership. The Roads from Seneca Falls Project (www.roadsfromsenecafalls.net) was launched Thursday at the Women's Rights National Historical Park as part of the 159th anniversary celebration of the first women's rights convention. It includes more than 2,000 links with lesson plans, activities and sources to help researchers find information, with a special focus on historic sites, libraries and museums relating to women.
-  Read more from the FL Times
-  Visit www.RoadsFromSenecaFalls.net

Village Summer Construction Advisory
Posted Thursday, June 28, 2007
West Bayard Street between Bridge Street and California Avenue will be under construction from July 2, 2007 to August 17, 2007.  Swaby Street between West Bayard Street and Haigh Street will also be under construction.  These streets will have lane closings and travel restrictions.  It is advisable to seek alternate routes during this time frame.

Seneca Falls Community Band Summer Schedule
Posted Tuesday, June 26, 2007
In its 23rd season, the Seneca Falls Community Band has scheduled ten concerts throughout the summer season. All concerts are free and located at various venues throughout Seneca County. The concert schedule includes: June 29, at 7:00 p.m. in People's Park in Seneca Falls, NY; July 4 (special July 4th concert at 9:00 p.m. in Vince's Park, followed by fireworks), July 6 and July 10 (a special program with the Erie Canal Cyclists) at 7:00 p.m. in People’s Park in Seneca Falls; July 14 at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church in Seneca Falls; July 20 and July 25 (a special program with the Bon Ton Roulet Finger Lakes Bicyclists) at 7:00 p.m. in People’s Park in Seneca Falls; July 27 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Festival in Waterloo, NY; August 3 at 7:00 p.m. in People’s Park in Seneca Falls; August 10 (a special People's Choice concert) at 7:00 p.m. in People’s Park in Seneca Falls; and, August 19 at 7:00 p.m. at Rotary Camp Onseyawa in Willard, NY. This year we are pleased to play for the July 4th celebration and to offer a special People's Choice concert," said Karen Lucas, the band’s Music Director. “This is my third season as the band’s director and I look forward to meeting those who come to the band’s concerts and to working with such a dedicated group of volunteer musicians. I am extending an invitation to any local musician who wants to play with the community band to join us this summer.” The Seneca Falls Community Band is comprised entirely of local community volunteer musicians. The band is sponsored by individual, community, and business donations and contributions. For more information about the summer concert series, to become a member of the band, or to make a donation to the Seneca Falls Community Band, please contact Lisa VanDusen at (315) 569-1233.

159th Anniversary of the First Women's Rights Convention
Posted Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Women’s Rights National Historical Park will observe the 159th anniversary of the first Women’s Rights Convention with a first person portrayal of Elizabeth Cady Stanton. The program will be presented in the Wesleyan Chapel, the site of the convention, on July 19, 2007, at 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Stanton will be portrayed by Eleanor Stearns, an historical actress who has also researched and written portrayals of Clara Barton, Emily Dickinson, and Amelia Earhart. She has presented her Women of Vision programs throughout New York and neighboring states. Stearns is also a member and former president of the Geneva Theatre Guild. The Wesleyan Chapel and park visitor center are located at 136 Fall Street, Seneca Falls, NY.

Environmental Assessment for Wesleyan Chapel Preservation Treatment Available for Public Review and Comment
Posted Tuesday, June 13, 2007
An Environment Assessment/Assessment of Effect that outlines and identifies a National Park Service preferred alternative treatment of the Wesleyan Chapel is now available for public review. In March 2006, the National Park Service initiated a process that identified strategies to enhance the long-term preservation and visitor experience at the Wesleyan Chapel, site of the 1848 women’s rights convention. Through an informational newsletter and public meetings, ideas were gathered to achieve these goals. The result was development and evaluation of a range of alternative treatments, including one preferred by the National Park Service. The document can be found at http://parkplanning.nps.gov. To request a written copy, please call 315-568-2262. A public meeting on the alternatives for treatment of the Wesleyan Chapel will be held on June 20, 2007 at 7 PM, at the Women’s Rights NHP Visitor Center at 136 Fall Street Seneca Falls, NY. Comments on the document may also be submitted through the above web address or in writing through July 13, 2007.

Seneca Falls Economic Development
Corporation Seeks Board Members
Posted Tuesday, May 8, 2007
The SFEDC would like to invite any interested individuals to attend an informational meeting on Monday, May 21, 2007 at 7:00 pm at the Seneca Falls Community Center on Water St. in Seneca Falls. A short presentation and a question and answer session will be conducted and the SFEDC By-Laws and Strategic Plan will be provided to attendees. more

Economic Development Plan - Final
Posted Tuesday, May 8, 2007
View the adopted plan for economic development in Seneca Falls including the Vision, Executive Sumamry and Strategy Matrix.
- Click here to download the plan (.pdf)

Red Jacket Fire Department BIG Bucks Raffle Drawing
Posted Monday, May 7, 2007
Win $10,000 or other great prizes! Drawing will be held on August 18, 2007 at 2pm. $20.00 Donation. Click here to learn more.

SMS Auxiliary Cookbooks on Sale
Posted Monday, May 7, 2007
The SMS Auxiliary has prepared their first cookbook which is on sale for $10. The book is filled with recipes provided by the Auxiliary members. There are plenty of old Italian recipes from our moms and grandmothers. Certainly this would make a great addition to your kitchen or as a gift for someone. If you are interested in purchasing an SMS Cookbook, call Adriene Emmo(568-1995) or any Auxiliary member that you may know. Please help support the SMS Auxiliary - order your cookbook(s) today!

2007-08 Town of Seneca Falls Budget
Posted Wednesday, April 25, 2007
View the complete 2007-08 Town of Seneca Falls Budget in .pdf format.
- Click here to download the budget document (.pdf)

2007-08 Village of Seneca Falls Budget
Posted Friday, March 16, 2007
Choose from the list of Microsoft Excel files to view the 2007-08 Village of Seneca Falls Budget. Don't have Excel? Download a free viewer here.
- Mayor Budget Summary
- Mayor Summary - Water Fund
- Budget Detail - General
- Budget Detail - Water
- Budget Detail - Sewer
- Budget Summary - Sewer
- Wage Schedule
- Wage Schedule - Water
- Wage Schedule - Sewer

Concessions Needed For 4th of July Celebration
Posted Saturday, March 10, 2007
On Wednesday July 4th, the Town of Seneca Falls will be hosting its 2nd Annual Fourth of July Celebration at Vince’s Park on Rte. 318.  The celebration will begin at 5:00pm with food, games and swimming and conclude with a fireworks display at around 9:30pm. Last year, food concessions were handled throughout the day by Parks & Rec Staff with hot dogs, hamburgers and soft drinks selling out due to the large turn-out. more

Special Exhibit and Lecture Series
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Posted Tuesday, March 6, 2007
The Seneca Falls Heritage Area Visitor Center will host a special exhibit showing the evolution of women’s clothing from the mid-1840's to the 1920's. This exhibit contains illustrations as well as period clothing and reproductions on loan from the Seneca Falls Historical Society and will be on display from March 7th to April 21st. The focus of this unique exhibit is dress reform and impact of fashion on women’s health and mobility. The Visitor Center is open to the public 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10.a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; admission is free. more

Elizabeth Cady Stanton House to Reopen for Tours March 3
Posted Friday, February 23, 2007
The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House, located at 32 Washington Street in Seneca Falls, will reopen for tours beginning Saturday, March 3. Tour times will be 11:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. daily. The house is part of Women’s Rights National Historical Park. The house was the home of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, one of the organizers of the First Women’s Rights Convention held in 1848, in Seneca Falls. After the convention Stanton was recognized as one of the leaders of the women’s rights movement in the United States. In 1869, Stanton, along with Susan B. Anthony, formed the National Woman Suffrage Association (NWSA). The organization pushed for a woman’s suffrage amendment to the United States Constitution. The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House has been restored to its 1848 appearance and is listed as a National Historic Landmark. For more information call Women’s Rights National Historical Park at 315-568-0024 or visit the park website at www.nps.gov/wori/.

2nd Annual Art Contest Hosted
by the Seneca Museum of Waterway & Industry
Posted Monday, January 29, 2007
The Seneca Museum, 89 Fall Street, Seneca Falls, NY is inviting visual artists of all ages to submit an original painting or drawing of the Trinity Episcopal Church. (no photography, please). Only current works will be accepted. Works must be completed between January and March 24, 2007. For more information call (315) 568-1510 or click here to download the contest flyer (.doc).

Where It's Always A Wonderful Life
Posted Thursday, December 28, 2006
Four hours from New York City, deep in the heart of small-town America, lies Seneca Falls. Residents claim that it was the inspiration for one of Hollywood's most enduring classics. Bob Maddams finds the evidence compelling. more

Women’s Rights National Park To Stop Charging Fees
Posted Friday, December 22, 2006
Women’s Rights National Historical Park Superintendent Tina Orcutt announced today that the park will no longer collect entrance fees as of January 2, 2007. The park has been collecting fees for entrance to the park as part of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. The park has been charging visitors, 16 years of age or older, $3.00 to enter the park. A fee of $1.00 for tours of the Elizabeth Cady Stanton House is also being charged. That tour fee will be discontinued on January 2, 2007 as well.

Direct Preservation Issues To
Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer
Posted Friday, December 22, 2006
Heidi Conley, Village of Seneca Falls Code Enforcement and Zoning Officer will immediately be responsible to provide support for Preservation issues, applications and guidance to constituents, and will also be attending the Heritage Preservation Commission meetings.   Heidi works from 9AM to 2PM, Monday through Fridays,  at Village Hall and can be reached at 568-8107 or 568-6894.

Volunteer Tax Preparers Needed
Posted Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Seneca County’s Division of Human Services and the United Way of Seneca County need volunteers to assist with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. VITA is an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) volunteer program that offers FREE tax help for our community. Volunteers are trained and certified to prepare and electronically file basic tax returns. Prior tax preparation experience, though helpful, is not necessary. For more information, call Finger Lakes Works-Seneca (Workforce Development) at 315.539.1905 or 1.800.688.7188, ext 1905.

November 2006 Seneca Falls Historic Preservation Newsletter
Posted Monday, November 20, 2006
Click here to download the November 2006
Historic Presveration Newsletter in .pdf format.

Literacy Volunteers of Seneca County Receive National Accreditation
Posted Monday, November 20, 2006
On October 20, 2006, Literacy Volunteers of Seneca County was awarded accredited status by ProLiteracy America, the US Programs Division of ProLiteracy Worldwide. Literacy volunteers have served Seneca County for approximately thirty years helping adults improve their reading, mathematics, listening, writing, speaking, and technology skills. more

November 2006 Seneca Falls Historic Preservation Newsletter
Posted Monday, November 20, 2006
Click here to download the November 2006
Historic Presveration Newsletter in .pdf format.

Special Exhibit Marking 1856
National Women's Rights Convention
Posted Monday, November 13, 2006
Women’s Rights National Historical Park Superintendent Tina Orcutt announced today that the park will unveil a temporary exhibit on the 1856 National Women’s Rights Convention, which was held in New York City, in the park’s visitor center on November 25, 2006. more

Parent Workshop on "Internet Safety"
Posted Friday, November 10, 2006
To be held on Tuesday, November 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mynderse Academy Auditorium? It is being sponsored by SURGE (a grant funded afterschool program thru United Way of Seneca County) and cooperation with the Seneca Falls School District. Mr. Ron Strojny Seneca Falls School District Technology Coordinator, Mr. Ted Novak and Seneca Falls Police Chief Fred Capozzi will be the presenters that evening. Refreshments will be offered after the presentation.

November 7th is Election Results
Posted Wednesday, November 8, 2006
Election results are available at http://www.co.seneca.ny.us/dpt-boe.php

Economic Development Director Wanted
Posted Wednesday, November 1, 2006
Contracted professional, management level position available for the Town and Village of Seneca Falls.  Minimum requirements: bachelor’s degree with specialization in business finance, public administration, urban planning and/or economics; advanced degree... more  

The Town & Village of Seneca Falls Joint
Economic Development Committee Seeks Your Input
Posted Friday October 27, 2006
Do you have information, comments or ideas concerning the Economic Development effort in Seneca Falls? Click here to send your comments to the members of the Town & Village of Seneca Falls Joint Economic Development Committee members.

Seneca Falls Main Street Improvement Program
Posted Wednesday October 25, 2006
The Seneca County Economic Development Corporation has received approval to begin the application submittal process for NY Main Street Grant funding in Seneca Falls. The Heritage Area Visitor Center will host two public workshops for eligible property owners interested in applying for project funding. The two workshops will take place on Wednesday October 25th at 5:30pm and a second on Monday October 30th at 5:30pm at the Visitor Center, located at 115 Fall Street in Seneca Falls. Main Street funding is available to property owners within a three contiguous block target area along Fall Street. The target area extends from the Ovid Street intersection (27 Fall Street) to the Clinton Street (143 Fall Street) intersection, and a portion of State Street (30 State Street to intersection with Fall Street). The rear (South) building facades located along Cowing Street adjacent to the Cayuga-Seneca Canal area also eligible for funding assistance. For more information contact Christina Selvek at 315-568-2703.

October 2006 Seneca Falls Historic Preservation Newsletter
Posted Friday October 20, 2006
Click here to download the October 2006
Historic Presveration Newsletter in .pdf format.

Seneca Falls Community Center
Youth Basketball Registrations Open
Posted Monday, October 16, 2006
Divisions and programs for ages 3 through 6th grade. For more information and to download a registration form click here.

Area Students Try Working With Their Hands
Posted Monday, October 16, 2006
The Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Board (FLWIB) first annual Finger Lakes Works…with their hands!, was a hammer smashing success.  The unique career day, which took the efforts of numerous volunteers and many months to plan, was designed to offer area students a first hand look at skilled trades and precision manufacturing careers that are available in the Finger Lakes region. more

STAR Local Property Tax Rebate Program
Posted Monday, October 9, 2006
This fall, eligible homeowners will receive a rebate check from the State of New York for a portion of their local property taxes. The check will be issued by the New York State Tax Department. The amount of the rebate will be determined based on the school district of the eligible homeowner. For more information click here.

Budget Workshops & Agenda
Posted Monday, October 9, 2006
Tuesday, October 17 6:00 p.m. – Vince’s Park
We will be reviewing these portions of the budget: Community Center, Vince’s Park, Zoning and Planning, Contributions, Salaries (for elected officials which must be advertised), Cost of Living/Merit Increase. Wednesday, October 25 5:30 p.m. – Community Center
Complete any unfinished portion of budget review.

Singers Needed for IAWL Weekend
Posted Monday, October 2, 2006
Seneca Museum of Waterways and Industry is looking for children, young adult and adult groups to sing at the museum on Saturday, December 9 between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. during “It’s A Wonderful Life” weekend. For more information call 315-568-1510 or email director@senecamuseum.com .

Board of Asessment Review Seeking Members
Posted Tuesday, September 27, 2006
The Town of Seneca Falls is seeking applicants who may be interested in serving as a member of the Board of Assessment Review. Applicants must be a Resident of the Town of Seneca Falls Applications forms are available at the Town Clerk’s office, 31 Fall Street, Seneca Falls, NY and must be returned by 5:00 pm on October 3rd, 2006.

SF United Soccer Club Announces Registration
Posted Tuesday, September 27, 2006
Seneca Falls United Soccer Club announces indoor registration for indoor soccer. The first session of indoor soccer to be played at the ULTIMATE GOAL (In Marcellus, NY) Meeting to be held on Sunday, October 8th, 2006 at the Seneca Falls Community Center at 7:00pm. Please join us for this informational meeting, as indoor soccer is fun and a great experience for the kids! Questions: Please contact Coach Al Loucks: 224-6665, 673-4625, 568-2651 – masoccer10@yahoo.com or Lisa Bachman: 568-6585 or abachma1@rochester.rr.com.

September 2006 Seneca Falls Historic Preservation Newsletter
Posted Tuesday, September 27, 2006
Click here to download the September 2006
Historic Presveration Newsletter in .pdf format.

SF Library Needs Your Feedback
Posted Wednesday, September 20, 2006
The Seneca Falls Library is seeking your opinions on its services as it plans for the future. A survey form is available at the circulation desk or at www.senecafallslibrary.org and features questions about your library use and expected future use. The survey results will be used to help guide planning. The form can be printed, filled in and dropped off or mailed to the library, or completed on a computer and returned by e-mail to Jackie Grey, the library's development director, at jgrey@rochester.rr.com. The form can be opened in nearly any word processing program, including Microsoft Word and Windows WordPad. Call 568-8265, ext. 4, if any questions.

Pictoral Postal Cancellation Design Competition
Posted Friday, September 15, 2006
This year Seneca Falls will be celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the film “It’s A Wonderful Life” on December 8th-10th, 2006.  The Seneca Falls Heritage Area Visitor Center will be hosting a special pictorial postmark cancellation event on Saturday December 9th. The cancellation will celebrate Seneca Falls as the inspiration for the movie setting of Bedford Falls. According to United States Postal Regulations, the design dimensions must not exceed four inches wide by two inches high and include “Seneca Falls, NY 13148” and “Bedford Falls Station”.  All designs must be in black and white. Deadline for submission is Friday September 22nd, 2006.  All designs should be mailed to Christina Selvek, Heritage Area Department, 60 State Street, Seneca Falls, NY 13148. To download the application visit: www.therealbedfordfalls.com.

Free Computer Classes At The Library
Posted Friday, September 15, 2006
The Seneca Falls Library is again offering free computer classes beginning Sept. 25 and running through Oct. 2. Classes on photo editing and buying and selling on eBay are among those available. Though free, you must be registered. To register, call the library at 568-8265 ext. 2 or register at the circulation desk. Classes will be offered both during the day and in the evening. For the full schedule, visit www.senecafallslibrary.org or call the library

Record Numbers Attend Seneca Meadows Open House
Posted Friday, September 15, 2006
Over 2,000 people came out to the annual IESI-Seneca Meadows Landfill Open House on Sunday, beating last year’s record of 1,500 attendees. The weather was perfect for the day’s activities, which included: guided tours of the facility, a complimentary barbeque, street and stage entertainment, a falcon flying demonstration, games for the kids, and music by WNYR.

Request For Interested Economic
Development Commitee Members
Posted Thursday, September 14, 2006
The Town and Village of Seneca Falls is seeking residents that interested in shaping and building Seneca Falls.  We are seeking committee persons for the New Seneca Falls Economic Development Committee.  The committee will include two members from the community one from the Village and one from the Town. Click here for a description of the Committee Position. If you are interested please submit a resume and letter of interest by Noon Monday September 18th to the Seneca Falls Village Clerk via mail 60 State, Seneca Falls, NY 13148 or via e-mail vsfadmin@rochester.rr.com.

Election Results: 9/12/06 Primaries
Posted Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Click here for the results of Tuesday, September 12th's Primary Elections in Seneca County.

New Home For Joint Assessment Office
Posted Tuesday, September 12, 2006
The Joint Assessment Office has moved from the County Office Building to the 80 Fall Street in the Village of Seneca Falls. Telephone #315-568-9700 - FAX#315-568-5473 - e-mail cloncosky@senecafalls.com.

The Real Bedford Falls is Online
Posted Sunday, September 10, 2006
Check out the new website for the "It's A Wonderful Life" festival in Seneca Falls at www.therealbedfordfalls.com.

Seneca County Friendship Soccer Tournament Results
Posted Sunday, September 10, 2006
The first annual Seneca County Friendship Soccer Tournament was a great success despite rainy weather on Saturday.  Click here for full results and statistics.

School Tax Bills Coming Out
Posted Friday, September 1, 2006
School tax bills are coming out on September 1st. For questions/concerns regarding tax bills contact Linda Wadhams @ the school tax collection office 315-539-1563. For questions regarding exemptions please contact the Assessment Office @ 315-568-9700.

Mynderse Football Alumni Night
Posted Friday, September 1, 2006
The 2006 Mynderse Academy Football Team invites all Alumni Football Players to attend the September 15th home game vs. Marcus Whitman. Alumni players will be admitted for free. The MA football teams of 1956, 1966, 1976, 1986 and 1996 will be honored.

August 2006 Seneca Falls Historic Preservation Newsletter
Posted Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Click here to download the August 2006
Historic Presveration Newsletter in .pdf format.

Descriptive Videos Now Available
Through the Finger Lakes Library System
Posted Tuesday, August 22, 2006
What are descriptive videos? These are films in VHS format that provide descriptive narration of the key visual elements of television programs and feature films to make them accessible to viewers with visual disabilities. The terms "key visual elements," mean any part of a presentation that such viewers would ordinarily miss, such as the characters' actions, costumes, gestures, and facial expressions, as well as scene changes and onscreen text -- all of which are important to fully understand the program or film.

Seneca Falls Central School District Launches New Website
Posted Friday, August 18, 2006
The Seneca Falls Central School District has a new School District Website! It contains the latest School news, updates and calendars of events. It provides all departmental information, parent news, teacher web pages and much more. So take a few minutes to browse through the site and re-discover all the exciting and great things happening in your School District! Check back on a regular basis for updated weekly and monthly news and as always you can check and post items on your community calendar here at SenecaFalls.com.

Stanton House to Temporarily Close for Roof Replacement
Posted Friday, August 4, 2006
The Elizabeth Cady Stanton House, part of Women’s Rights National Historical Park in Seneca Falls, will be temporarily closed while a new roof is placed on the building. Work will begin on August 14 and will last approximately two weeks weather permitting.

Village Employee Day Photo Gallery
Posted Friday, August 4, 2006
Click here for a gallery of photos from the
annual Village Employee Day held on July 28, 2006.

Visitor Center Coordinator Needed
Posted Thursday, August 3, 2006
The Village of Seneca Falls is accepting applications for the part-time (30 hours) position of Visitor Center Coordinator.  Responsible for assisting in the day-to day operation of the Seneca Falls Visitor Center and coordination of special events and Heritage Area activities. Qualifications: High school graduate; computer literate and prefer experience with software programs such as office, desktop publishing and internet web base programs.  May require some evening or weekend hours. Applications available at County Office building or Village Hall. Applications will be accepted until August 21, 2006.

New Board at Seneca Museum
Posted Monday, July 31, 2006
The Seneca Museum of Waterways and Industry recently held a meeting of their new Board of Directors.  Officers elected were Bonnie Vaughn, President; Jerry Macaluso, Vice-president; Joan Grela, Secretary, and Nancy Mangano, Treasurer. Other new members of the Board are Adriene Emmo, Don Gentilcore, Peter Same, Diana Smith, and Molly Mahoney-Thurston.  The Executive, Development and Finance, Exhibitions and Programs, and Building Committees were formed.  The next meeting will be August 17.

Final Seneca Falls Comprhensive Plan Report
Posted Wednesday, July 12, 2006
The Town & Village of Seneca Falls Comprehensive Plan was developed by a Comprehensive Planning Steering Committee appointed by both the Town & Village. The plan presents a vision of Seneca Falls, as it's residents want it to become. Documents: Comprehensive Plan | Community Profile

July 2006 Seneca Falls Historic Preservation Newsletter
Posted Friday, July 17, 2006
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Historic Presveration Newsletter in .pdf format.

Photo Gallery: 4th of July Celebration at Vince's Park
Posted Wednesday, July 5, 2006
Check out photos from the events at Vince's Park on the Fourth of July and submit your best photos for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to the Seneca Falls business of your choice. Click here for the photos.

Mynderse Chamber Singers To Host A "Thank You" Concert
Posted Friday, June 23, 2006
The Mynderse Academy Chamber Singers are currently on a performance tour of London. We spent a year rehearsing, planning, and fundraising to make  this trip of a lifetime happen. more

Waste Management Advisory Committee Vacancy
Posted Friday, June 23, 2006
The Town of Seneca Falls is seeking Residents who may be interested in serving as a Member of the Town of Seneca Falls Waste Management Advisory Committee.  more

Meet Our Village Staff: Tammy Hirons, SF Firefighter
Posted Monday, June 19, 2006
Tammy is a Firefighter with the Seneca Falls Fire Department. She is also a trained emergency medical technician with North Seneca Ambulance and Seneca Falls Fire Department’s Rescue Team, having been one of the initiators and founding supporters of... more

Village Volunteer Day: Photo Gallery
Posted Monday, June 19, 2006
Watch a slideshow of Volunteer Day held in May at Restvale Cemetary.

June 2006 Seneca Falls Historic Preservation Newsletter
Posted Friday, June 16, 2006
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Joint Assessment Office Moving
Posted, Friday, June 16, 2006
The Joint Assessment Office for the Towns of Fayette & Seneca Falls will be moving from the County Office building to 80 Fall Street in the Village of Seneca Falls, NY  13148 (right next to Rose Francis’ clothing store) Parking is available in the front and back of the office. We should be ready for normal business by Wednesday June 21. Our telephone number will remain the same (315)-568-9700. Please call if you have any questions.

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