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County Dems plan picnic in Pultneyville Where better to celebrate the richness of the agriculture of Wayne County than at a mid-summer picnic in one of the county's most beautiful parks? Wayne County Democrats will have a picnic Wednesday, July 25 at the Forman Park, along Lake Ontario in the hamlet of Pultneyville, Town of Williamson. The Democrats are celebrating the rich agricultural heritage of the region, its future and how citizen awareness can help solve today's challenges. 'Agriculture in Wayne County' will be an opportunity for invited resource people, office holders and candidates to listen to the questions and concerns of local voters, especially farmers. Some of the topics include farmland protection, seasonal workers, markets, state and federal agriculture support, as well as local food. All are invited to attend, with children under 12 admitted free. Lawn chairs and a dish to pass are always welcome. Picnic is from 4-8 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person in advance ($7 day of picnic) and can be obtained from Democratic Town Committee people or by calling 315.902.3510 and leaving a message. Gaye Chapman, chair of the Wayne County Democratic Party, announced the honored guests who will be present at the picnic. Fitting in with the theme, 'The Future of Agriculture in Wayne County,' Mark James, Finger Lakes Director of the NYS Farm Bureau; Elizabeth Claypoole, Director of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office in Wayne County; Elizabeth Henderson, local farmer and Chair of the Wayne Co. Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board; and Tom Ferraro, Director of Foodlink; will all give short talks and be available to attendees to answer questions on their areas of expertise. Dan Maffei, candidate for the 25th US Congressional seat and Paloma Capanna, running for the 54th NYS Senate District seat will also be present to enjoy the ambiance of a Wayne County park and delicious picnic fare featuring local produce. They join local office holders throughout the county in this annual event. Family friendly ticket prices are $5. per person, with kids under 12 free, if purchased in advance and all are welcome. ($7 at the door). To obtain tickets call 315.902.3510 by July 24. Copyright
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