Tater Topper is BACK!!!

Spice Harbor has a new shipment of Tater Topper!!!

Notes of Thanks

Some notes of thanks from fundraising organizations

From Jana McDermott, Executive Director, Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County:

"We were so pleasantly surprised by all the support CAP received on behalf of child victims of abuse. Your donations & 50/50 proceeds will be used to continue to keep children safe in Chautauqua County.We invite you for a tour of CAP anytime you are in the Jamestown office vicinity. Please call to arrange (716)338-9844   - Many thanks, Jana"

 This fundraiser was held on Saturday, June 23, 2014

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From Polla Milligan, Grant Writer & Food Drive Coordinator, The Food Bank of Western New York:

"Once again, you have outdone yourselves! This year's Cruise Against Hunger raised $1,900 and 292 pound of food. (This translates to the distribution of 8,160 meals) Through your diligent hard work, you managed to make it an even more awesome event than last year's.
All of this donation will be dedicated to the Food Bank's Program entitled Partners Fighting Hunger in Chautauqua County. We have 47 charitable member agencies scattered throughout your county, providing assistance to 12,936 individuals. 

 You can feel very good about the part you have played in aiding us with this endeavor over the past several years. The only reason we are able to accomplish our work is because of groups like yours, partnering up with us." 

This Fundraiser was held Saturday, August 9, 2014

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From Pamela Herdeman, a 47-year-old single mom who was diagnosed with TNBC (triple negative breast cancer) in December of 2013:

"I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who helped out with the chicken barbecue at Cross Roads. Your help meant a lot to me! Special thanks to: Jim, Mel & Dax; Hunter, Jeremy, Ronnie & Bailey; Stan Harris, Bob Macintosh, Jim Harris, Gloria Mulson; all the vendors and a special thanks to you Blanche!

Thank you! Pam & Ty"

This Fundraiser was held Saturday, August 23, 2014

Youth Soccer & Safety ID Program

Yesterday Cross Roads hosted the opening day of the Westfield Recreation Department’s Fall Soccer season.

Youth soccer players in the 4-5 year old age bracket and those in the 6-8 year group faced off in the fields surrounding the Market. The children played games hourly beginning at 10 a.m. Folks who wanted to watch some fun peewee soccer action and cheer on the kids were invited to visit Cross Roads, bring a lawn chair, and enjoy the beauty of Cross Roads rolling hills and scenery. So much fun to watch. Not sure the kids even noticed the wet field or the light sprinkles of rain.

Wendy, the owner of Fudge & Stuff, had $1 ice cream cones for any child wearing their soccer jerseys during the event. Victoria, of Lornaments, offered face painting to children and adults alike. George, the owner of Maple Country USA, as always had his delicious spun maple sugar candy.

Stephanie, owner of Gypsy's Trinkets, arranged for the Masons to come up and conduct a Child Identification Program (CHIP). Many parents took advantage of this service. The CHIP programs allow parents the opportunity to create a kit of identifying materials for their child, free of charge. The kit contained a fingerprint card, a physical description, a video, computer disk or DVD of the child, a dental imprint, and a DNA sample. The purpose of the kit is to provide critical information to the public and to law enforcement in the event that a child goes missing. The program has been lauded by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

The DVD, besides capturing appearance and voice, includes questions tailored toward the child's age group and can assist in finding children who might be missing for other reasons besides abduction. It also contained coloring pages to teach children about safety.  The information cards are compatible the NYS Amber Alert system.

The NY Masonic Safety ID (MSID) Program now encompasses ids for students, college students, elderly or disabled persons, anyone who might go missing.   

Quoted from the NY Mason's website

The first several hours after a child, elderly, or disabled person is reported missing can be critical to the successful outcome of the case. Having valuable information about the Child (missing person) ready and at hand for Law enforcement agencies is imperative. The MSID's FREE Program is designed to help parents with having this information ready and available when needed

Such a wonderful program. You can check their Safety ID Events here. You might find one in your neighborhood.

Welcome To Cross Roads Farm & Craft Market in Westfield, NY

Historic Spot

Overlooking two valleys:

The first settlement in what is now Chautauqua County, New York, was the "Cross Roads" along the portage trail between Lakes Chautauqua and Erie. We're atop a steep escarpment that divides two watersheds and offers breathtaking views. What was just a fallow hilltop field in 1995 has become a thriving shopping community. Cross Roads Farm & Craft Market is a Co-op of over twenty five member-owned shops.

Featuring over 22,000 square feet of entertaining sights and smells only found here. At Cross Roads, discover exceptional values in a unique market ambiance and support local farmers, craftsman and artisans.

Never go hungry! Enjoy fresh bakery goods, mouthwatering breakfasts, lunches and dinners, organic and seasonal local produce. Peruse our variety of bulk candy, sensational spices, coffees, cheeses and maple products. Relax over a wine tasting at one of our wineries, or get the supplies to make your own beer at home.

We feature collectibles, miniatures, Amish-made furniture, and hand-built pottery. Looking for unique jewelry, cutlery, tole, or hand-sewn pieces? We've got you covered!

Cross Roads - the jewel of Chautauqua County. Come and see why.