In honor of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, the Wells EMS will host a picnic on Wednesday, May 23 at the Community Hall Pavilion beginning at 6 p.m.  Everyone is invited to attend.

     The Department will provide hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage patties and rolls. Those attending are asked to biring a dish to pass.

     During the eveing door prizes will be awarded. At 8 p.m. a Table of Honor Ceremony will pay tribute to fallen heroes.

     The Town of Wells would like to thank its own EMS volunteers for their dedication to the community. The time donated to learn required skills and the continued effort EMS volunteers put forth to be available to those who need them is indeed commendable.

     The Wells Museum will offer a special display in 2012 highlighting Hunting, Fishing and Trapping over the years. To complete the exhibit, the Wells Historical Society is currently seeking items and memorabilia relative to these professions/sports over the years.

     Anyone who would like to loan the Museum item(s) of interest including photos, caps, patches, old licenses, equipment, etc., is asked to respond by the weekend of May 19-20. Call Jean Frederick at 518-924-9296 for assistance in bringing articles to the Museum. Be assured that all items loaned for the display will be returned.

     The Wells Museum will open for the 2012 season on Saturday, May 26, 11 a.m-3 p.m.

     Located at 1431 State Rte. 30, the museum is open during the months of May and June on Saturdays only, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In July and August it is open Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

     An initiative of the Wells Historical Society and run solely by volunteers from this organization, the Wells Museum is a very positive feature in the Town of Wells. Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to stop by and check it out.

     Clean-up week is Monday through Thursday, May 7-10. All items separated and curbside by Sunday evening, May 6. For full details. read the flyer posted on the Town website http://www.townofwells.org/

     The Hamilton County Public Health Nursing Service will hold a Rabies Clinic Monday, May 7 at the Ambulance Corps Building, Buttermilk Hill Rd., 5-7 p.m. To pre-register dogs, cats or ferrets, call 648-6497.

     The Wells United Methodist Church will host a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner Saturday, May 12 beginning at 4:30 p.m. Check the website calendar for full details.

     Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13th! This is observed all day...every day:)

     The next Regular meeting of the Wells Town Board is Monday, May 14 at 7 p.m. in the Wells Ambulance Corps Bldg./Mealsite, Buttermilk Hill Rd.

      Memorial Day is Monday, May 28. The Town of Wells holds a brief service to honor and respect all those men and women who have fallen in service to our country. A few solemn words and the laying of a Memorial Day wreath takes place outside the Wells Community Hall, Main St., at 9 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.

     On May 9, 1966 it was resolved that Jack Sardelli be allowed to use the front room in the Community Hall for a Barber Shop during the summer months with no expense to the Town.                          

           (Excerpts are taken from the minutes of the Wells Town Board written in the years cited.)

     The Sacandaga Task Force for Senior Living (STFSL) is an independent council of citizens interested in attracting or developing Senior Living services and facilities to our area. It is a grassroots effort dedicated to community enhancement and the well-being of our Adirondack society.

     The following outlines some of the activities STFSL offers:

Red Rooster Cafe, corner of Bridge and Main Sts., 113 N. Main St.,, Northville

     Seniors meet here around noon on Thursdays for lunch and a program.

     A meal is provided by Fulton County Office of the Aging (OFA). A $3.00 donation is suggested or you can bring your own lunch.

     To order a lunch, call OFA at 736-5650 by Wednesday afternoon.

     Entertainment begins at 12:30 p.m.

Need A Handyman?

     Call the Task Force answering service at 863-4040, Ext. 42. Leave your name and phone number and mention you are looking for a handyman or woman. Your call will be returned within a day and details worked out.

Need a Ride?

     The Wheels Program can help you. Call 863-4040 Ext 42.  Leave your name and phone number and we will call you back to schedule a trip.

Trips

     A minibus is scheduled to go on trips to malls, museums and local social events twice a month. Call 863-4040 Ext 42. Leave your name and phone number and we will call you back to work out trip details.

Other Activities of the STFSL

     Conducts targeted surveys to determine interests and needs; holds flu clinics and diabetes clinics, exercise classes;; etc.  The STFSL has formed collaborations with the Village of Northville, the Northville Rotary, the Sacandaga Valley Arts Network, the Sacandaga Seniors and the Wells Seniors.

Senior Housing

     Bringing Senior housing to the Sacandaga Valley has been one of ithe Task Force's top priorities and it continues to seek help to reach this goal.  Anyone interested in assisting STFSL with this goal, please call 863-4040 Ext 42 and leave your name and number; a board member will call back to discuss your interest.

     For more infomatrion about this group, email STFSL at info@stfsl.org or visit its website at www.sacandagaseniorliving.org

     Beginning Monday, February 13, 2012, the Wells Town Board will hold its monthly meetings at the Town of Wells Ambulance Corps/Meal Site Building.  Meetings begin at 7 p.m. and are open to the public.