Friday, August 20, 2010

Friends of The Old Fire Station

Wednesday - August 18: The Friends of The Old Fire Station met Wednesday evening. President Don Rawlings presided. Those attending the meeting was Greg Stanley, Steve & Kris Vallera, Bonny & Brassy Beresford, Dan MacLean, Tim Raffa, Barry Podwell and Bob Lloyd.

The Friends agreed to participate in the Village Yard Sale scheduled for Saturday, September 11 from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. Tables will be set up for items to be displayed for sale at the Main Street station. Donations of goods can be made by calling Rawlings at 330-532-3800 to make arrangements to drop off items at the station. The station is normally only opened for meetings and special occasions. If needed arrangements can be made for picking up any donated items. All donations will be greatly appreciated. Sorry, no clothes or tires will be accepted. A work detail has been scheduled for Wednesday evening, September 8 to set up for the sale.

Repairs of the building was discussed to prepare the historic building for the coming winter months. Focus will be concentrated on the hose drying tower. Also there was discussion of possible ideas for other fund raisers. All proceeds from any fund raisers are for maintenance and upkeep of the building.

Membership in Friends of The Old Fire Station is open to anyone interested being a part of one of Wellsville's historic landmarks. It is open to both men and women. It is not restricted to fire fighters and all are welcome.

The Friends meet the third Wednesday of every month at the station. Next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 22 at 7 P.M.

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