Ladies Auxiliary
Grand Island Fire Company

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President Nicole Butcher
Vice President Julie Meyer - Recording/Corresponding Secretary Heidi Sue McCormick
Treasurer Nancy Amato
Trustees Barbara Wilson - Darcey Golde - Mary Becker
Sgt.-at-Arms Elaine Clarke

Fire Ladies Host Chowder Sale - October 2013
    The Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary's annual chowder & baked goods sale will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 19th, at fire headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. For more information contact Darcey at 907-3002.

Fire Ladies Host Chiavetta's Chicken Dinner - July 2013
    The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will host a Chiavetta's chicken dinner from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 6, 2013 during the National Night out event and band concert. The dinners will be available for $9 at Fire Headquarters on Baseline Road and include half chicken, salads and roll and butter. Presale tickets are available and encouraged. Call Nicole Butcher at 609-3563 for information. The Ladies Auxiliary will also have beverage available in the Town Common.

Fire Ladies Chowder, Baked Goods Sale - Sept. 2012
    The Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary's annual chowder & baked goods sale will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 20th at fire headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. For more information contact Darcey at 907-3002

Fire Ladies Celebrate 73rd Anniversary - Sept. 2012
    The Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary celebrated the 73rd anniversary of its founding on Thursday, September 13, 2012 in the Buffalo Launch Club. President Nicole Butcher was in charge of arrangements. The following members were ackknowledged for their years of service to the organization: Bernice Dinsmore (20 years), Barbara Wilson (25 years), and Nancy Amato (30 years). Also recognized but not in attendance were: Arlene Soluri (30 years), Nancy Weis (35 years), Elaine Clark (35 years), Val Gardner (60 years) and Charter Member Elsie Fleischmann (73 years).

Fire Ladies Chowder, Baked Goods Sale - Oct. 2011
    The Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary's annual chowder & baked goods sale will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 22nd at fire headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Pre-orders will be taken by contacting Julie at 316-1245 or Darcey at 907-3002

Fire Company Auxiliary Presents Service Awards - 2011

(left) Elsie Fleischmann and Teddy Linenfelser stand next to Auxiliary President Nicole Butcher after receiving congratulatory certificates for noteworthy service.

By Ray Pauley
   The Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary celebrated seventy-two years of service during a special event held at fire headquarters on Saturday, September 17, 2011.
   Auxiliary President Nicole Butcher noted that many extraordinary individuals contributed to organizational success over the years. She singled out Elsie Fleischmann, an original charter member of 72 years, whose longstanding dedication set the tone for those who have followed in her footsteps.
   Nicole herself attained a 10-year membership certificate. Others honored were Teddy Linenfelser (45 years) and Brooke Raham (30 years of service).
   Greg Butcher, Vice Chairman of the GIFC Board of Directors, thanked these special ladies and all members of the Auxiliary for their untiring support when called upon "day or night," for squad 10 assistance and other contributions.
   Thanks again for their special measure of devotion that complements our GIFC volunteers so very well.

Fire Ladies Chowder, Baked Goods Sale - Oct. 2010
    Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 23, 2010 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Fresh home-baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. or when the chowder is ready.
    Chowder will be available by the bowl ($1) or in bulk at $5 per quart to those bringing containers. Containers will also be available for take-out.

Fire Ladies Chowder Available - Oct. 2009
   A limited supply of the Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary's famous chowder is available at $5 per quart by calling Jennifer Pullano, 773-3883. "Going hunting? You'll surely want to take some of our famous chowder along!"

Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Celebrates 70 Years - 2009

(left) President Arlene Soluri presents a plaque to charter member Elsie Fleischmann for her 70 years of active service to the Ladies Auxiliary.
(center) President Soluri presents a certificate to Alma McTigue (left) in recognition of her 55 years in the Auxiliary.
(right) Honored for her 30-year membership is Secretary Julie Meyer (right).

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   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company celebrated the 70th anniversary of the organization's founding on Saturday evening, September 12, 2009. Auxiliary members, spouses and members of the Fire Company's firematic and administrative officers enjoyed a sit-down dinner catered by McMahon's Family Restaurant. Those attending reminisced over many photo albums with pictures of Auxiliary activities collected over the last 70 years. President Arlene Soluri gave out framed certificates of membership starting with Elsie Fleischmann, a charter member. Elsie's late husband, Elmer, was also a charter member of the Fire Company, formed in 1938. Others receiving plaques were Alma McTigue for 55 years and Julie Meyer for 30 years. Unable to attend were Danielle Soluri (5 years) and Darcey Golde (30 years).

CHOWDER! Fire Ladies Chowder, Baked Goods Sale Saturday - Oct. 24, 2009
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 24, 2009 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Fresh home-baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. or when the chowder is ready.
   Chowder will be available by the bowl ($1) or in bulk at $5 per quart to those bringing containers. Containers will also be available for take-out.
   Tickets for a 50/50 drawing taking place that day are available from Auxiliary members.

Hot Dogs, Hamburgers At Fire Prevention Open House - 2009
   The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will provide hot dogs and hamburgers, chips and beverages at great prices during the Fire Company's open house Friday evening, October 9 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Ladies will also be running a basket raffle. A full fire prevention program is planned, including live fire demonstrations, "Jaws of Life" vehicle extrication, hose practice for kids, and more.

2008

Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Thanks Community - 2008

(left photo): Overseeing the chowder are firemen Jim Linenfelser, Clayton Clark and Jeremy Pullano, chief cook. Firefighter George Christensen is standing beyond the steam. Not shown are Mary and Lee Becker who served as the overseers of the recipe as they have been for over 40 years.
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   The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company sincerely thanks the community for its support of the October 25th chowder and bake sale. Winner of the 50/50 drawing was Michael Christensen. The winning ticket was pulled by Kristyn Brown, 7 1/2. The annual fall sale was chaired by Auxiliary President Jennifer Pullano.

Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary
Chowder Available - 2008
A limited supply of the Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary's famous chowder is available at $5 per quart by calling Danielle Soluri, 909-1203. "Going hunting? You'll surely want to take some of our famous chowder along!"

Hot Dogs, Hamburgers At Fire Prevention Open House - 2008
   The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will provide hot dogs and hamburgers, chips and beverages at great prices during the Fire Company's open house Friday evening, October 10 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Ladies will also be running a basket raffle. A full fire prevention program is planned, including live fire demonstrations, "Jaws of Life" vehicle extrication, hose practice for kids, and more.

CHOWDER! Fire Ladies Chowder, Baked Goods Sale Saturday - Oct. 25, 2008
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 25, 2008 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Fresh home-baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. or when the chowder is ready.
   Chowder will be available by the bowl ($1) or in bulk at $5 per quart to those bringing containers. Containers will also be available for take-out.
   Tickets for a 50/50 drawing taking place that day are available from Auxiliary members.

Fire Company Ladies To Host Hot Dog Sale At Concert - 2008
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will host a hot dog sale at the town sponsored band concert in Klingel Town Commons on Tuesday, July 15. Hot dogs and soda will be available before and during the concert, featuring The Road Runners, that begins at 7 p.m. A rain date of July 17 has been set.

Ladies Auxiliary Thanks Community For Successful Chowder Sale - 2007

(left photo): Auxiliary members posing at the baked goods table on Saturday are (far left) Barbara Wilson, Marianne Christensen, Danielle Soluri, Kim Duscher, Jennifer Pullano, Cathy Thomas, Nicole Butcher, Teddy Linenfelser, Sandy Krecisz, Mary Becker and in front, Chowder chairman Kristine Koch.
(right photo): (left) George Christensen, Kevin Koch, Eddie Krecisz and Jeremy Pullano
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   The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company held a very successful fall chowder sale on Saturday, October 27, 2007. The members thank the community for their support. Winner of the 50/50 drawing was Sandy Krecisz.

Fire Company Ladies To Hold Annual Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - 2007
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 27, 2007 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Fresh home-baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. or when the chowder is ready.
   Chowder will be available by the bowl ($1) or in bulk at $4 per quart to those bringing containers. Containers will also be available for take-out.
   Cookbooks, containing numerous recipes submitted by Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary members, their friends and families, will be available at a reduced price of $8 or two for $12. Tickets for a 50/50 drawing taking place that day are available from Auxiliary members.

Fire Company Ladies Celebrate 68th Anniversary - 2007

Shown from left with Auxiliary President Jennifer Pullano are Fay Wood (50 years), Elsie Fleischmann (68 years) and Barbara Wilson (life pin, 20 years).

(Left) Kristine Koch and Nicole Butcher (right) are shown with President Jennifer Pullano as they are recognized for their 5-year memberships.

(Left) Arlene Soluri and Bernice Dinsmore (center) are shown with President Jennifer Pullano. Mrs. Soluri was recognized for her 25-year membership and Mrs. Dinsmore, for her 15 years in the Auxiliary. (Far right) Bill and Fay Wood and daughters, Darcey Golde, Amy Morgan, and Brooke Raham.
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   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company and their guests attended the organization's 68th anniversary celebration on Saturday, September 15, 2007 in Fire Headquarters.
   Elsie Fleischmann, a charter member who helped form the Ladies Auxiliary in 1939, was recognized for her 68 years of membership. Also recognized were Fay Wood for attaining her 50-year membership, Barbara Wilson for 20 years and Kristine Koch for five years.
   Dinner arrangements were made by immediate past president Nicole Butcher, and Auxiliary members Kim Duscher and Cathy Thomas.

Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary To Sell Ice Cream Sundaes, Hot Dogs At Last Town Sponsored Concert
Note time change 6:30 p.m. - 2007
    The Grand Island Fire Company's Ladies Auxiliary members will sell Ice Cream Sundaes and Hot Dogs Tuesday, August 14th during the last scheduled town sponsored 6:30 p.m. concert featuring Glenn Wallace, Master of Stringed Instruments. The concert is being held in the Klingel Town Commons.

Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary To Sell Ice Cream Sundaes At Concert - 2007
    The Grand Island Fire Company's Ladies Auxiliary members will sell Ice Cream Sundaes Tuesday, August 7th during National Night Out and the town sponsored 7 p.m. concert featuring Niagara Frontier Fiddle Club. The events are being held in the Town Commons.

Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary To Sell Hot Dogs At Concert - 2007
    The Grand Island Fire Company's Ladies Auxiliary members will sell hot dogs and pop before and during the 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 17th town sponsored concert featuring "The Road Runners," Oldies Rock & Roll. The concerts are held in the Town Commons. The park on town hall grounds will be dedicated to the late Marion Klingel on the same evening. A rain date has been set for Thursday, July 19th.

Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary Officers Announced - 2007
    The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company announced new officers for 2007 at a dinner meeting on Wednesday, January 10, 2007 in Fire Headquarters. Newly elected president is Jennifer Pullano. Other officers are Vice President Nicole Butcher, Secretary Kristine Koch, Corresponding Secretary Danielle Soluri, Treasurer Danielle Soluri, Trustees Barbara Wilson, Teddy Linenfelser and Heather Aronica, Sgt.-At-Arms Sandy Krecisz and Chaplain Arlene Soluri. The Auxiliary officers were installed during a Fire Company dinner on Saturday, January 13, 2007.

Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary Celebrates 67th Anniversary - 2006

(left photo): June Byron and Teddy Linenfelser were recognized for their 40-year memberships in the Ladies Auxiliary and Charter Member Elsie Fleischmann (right) was honored for her 67 years of devotion to the organization.
(right photo): Seated are members Rita Hagerman, Barbara Anderson and Bernice Dinsmore; and in back are Mary Becker and Elsie Fleischmann.
Butch Meyer Photos - Click photos for larger view
   The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company marked its 67th anniversary with a dinner in Fire Headquarters Saturday evening, September 16, 2006. Arrangements for the Picnic BBQ themed dinner, attended by 50 members and Fire Company officials, were made by President Nicole Butcher, Secretary Kristine Koch, Vice President Jennifer Pullano, Sandy Krecisz and Sue Braun. The dinner committee is most appreciative of Connor Middle School 7th grader, Ashley Gorman, daughter of Fire Company officers Paul and Tammy Gorman, for her help with the arrangements throughout the day.
   First to be recognized for her years of contributions to the Auxiliary was Charter Member Elsie Fleischmann. Also recognized for their milestone memberships were the following:
June Byron - 40 years
Teddy Linenfelser - 40 years
Nicole Butcher � 5 years
Jennifer Pullano � 5 years
Karen Wright � 5 years
   Not in attendance were Nancy Weis (30 years) and Brooke Raham (25 years).
   The Ladies Auxiliary's Annual Fall Chowder and Bake Sale is scheduled for Saturday, October 28, 2006.

CHOWDER - BASKET RAFFLE -
Fire Company Ladies To Hold Annual Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - 2006
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 28, 2006 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Fresh home-baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. or when the chowder is ready. An added feature will be a basket raffle.
   Chowder will be available by the bowl ($1) or in bulk at $4 per quart to those bringing containers. Containers will also be available for take-out.
   Cookbooks, containing numerous recipes submitted by Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary members, their friends and families, will be available at a reduced price of $8 or two for $12. Tickets for a 50/50 drawing taking place that day are available from Auxiliary members.

Fire Company Auxiliary Holds Successful Flea Market - 2006

Ladies Auxiliary members from left are Sandy Krecisz, President Nicole Butcher, Treasurer Vicki Sadkowski and Historian Jill Kephart. In front is Bailey Kephart who did a tremendous job of selling 50-50 raffle tickets throughout the day. Missing from the photo are Flea Market committee members Teddy Linenfelser and Barbara Wilson.
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   The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company hosted a flea market and craft sale on Saturday, June 10, 2006 at Fire Headquarters on Baseline Road. Ellen McDougal was the winning of $100 in the 50/50 split raffle. Profits from the table rentals, 50-50 raffle and hot dog sales will be used to assist the Fire Company. Vicki Sadkowski was chairman of the event.

Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary To Hold Flea Market & Craft Show
Reserve Tables Now - 2006
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will a hold Flea Market & Craft Sale from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 2006. Table rentals ($15/8 ft. table) are available for flea market items and/or craft displays. The sale will be held rain or shine at Grand Island Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, New York, and a large shopping crowd is expected.
   Hot dogs, chips and beverages will be available.
   For table reservations and more information, call Vicki Sadkowski at 773-2655.

Crowd Turns Out For Fire Ladies Rainy Day Chowder Sale - Oct. 2005

(Left photo) Seated are Auxiliary members Jennifer Pullano and Christine Koch (chairman) and behind them are Jennifer DiSanto, Danielle Soluri and Vicki Sadkowski; (2nd photo) Kevin Koch and George Christensen; (3rd photo) Karen Vanthoff, Diane Dinsmore, Mary Ann Arsenault, Jean Bartholomew, Elaine Stedman, and Chris Stedman. On far right is Ladies Auxiliary Charter Member Elsie Fleischmann.
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Some of the crowd waiting to purchase their bulk chowder.
Teddy Linenfelser Photos - Click for a larger view.
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company held a very successful fall chowder and baked goods sale on Saturday, October 22, 2005. Hundreds of Islanders turned out to buy chowder in kettles and containers as well as plastic containers provided by the Auxiliary. There was a constant crowd around the tables set up in the truck house at Fire Headquarters in the center of the Island for both soup eating and conversation.
   The 50/50 split drawing was won by Robert Belstadt. The winning ticket was drawn by Kristyn Taylor Brown, 4, daughter of Auxiliary member Danielle Soluri.
   A limited amount of chowder is still available in quart containers (frozen) at $3 a quart. For more information, call Nicole Butcher, 773-1685.

Chowder/Baked Goods, Cookbooks, Quality Knives at Fire Ladies' Fall Sale - Oct. 2005
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale this Saturday, October 22, 2005 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Fresh home-baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. or when the chowder is ready. Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers. Containers will also be available for take-out.
   Cookbooks, containing numerous recipes submitted by Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary members, their friends and families, will be available. Quality knives and kitchen utensil will be sold at a reduced rate.

Cookbooks, Quality Knives Available At Fire Ladies'
Fall Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - Oct. 2005
Cookbooks, containing numerous recipes submitted by Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary members, their friends and families, will be available when the Ladies Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale takes place Saturday, October 22, 2005 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Quality knives and kitchen utensil will be sold at a reduced rate. Scroll down for details on the chowder sale.

Fire Ladies' Annual Fall Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - Oct. 2005
Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 22, 2005 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. Fresh home-baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. or when the chowder is ready. Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers. Containers will also be available for take-out.

Fire Company Ladies Celebrate 66th Anniversary - 2005

Shown from left with Auxiliary President Nicole Butcher are Charter Member Elsie Fleischmann (66 years), Treasurer Lisa Mrkall (5 years), Marianne Christensen (15 years) and Rita Hagerman (35 years).
Teddy Linenfelser Photos
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company and their guests attended the organization's 66th anniversary celebration, highlighted with a Fiesta theme. The dinner, also attended by Fire Company officials, was held in Fire Headquarters Saturday evening, September 10, 2005.
   Elsie Fleischmann, a charter member who helped form the Ladies Auxiliary in 1939, was recognized for her 66 years of mostly active membership. Also recognized were Rita Hagerman for attaining her 35-year membership, Marianne Christensen for 15 years and Lisa Koch for five years. Barbara Peck, a 45-year member and thirty-year member Dorothy Lovelee were unable to attend.
   Dinner arrangements were made by Nicole Butcher, Jennifer Pullano, Kristine Koch and Lisa Mrkall.

Fire Company Auxiliary Cookbook Makes Nice Mother's Day Gift - 2005

With Mother's Day just three week away, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company would like to let the community know that their cookbooks are still available and would make a nice Mother's Day gift, especially for those moving out of town or for friends/family formerly of Grand Island. Contact Lisa Mrkall at 773-8031 or Nicole Butcher at 773-1685 for more information or scroll down for full details.

Fire Company Auxiliary Cookbook On Sale
Free Shipping - Free Delivery - 2004

The sale of a cookbook published by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company has been announced. "Our Best Recipes" - A collection of over 600 recipes collected from friends and family of the Grand Island Fire Company and members of the community is presented in seven chapters including Appetizers & Beverages, Soups & Salads, Vegetables, Main Dishes, Breads & Rolls, Desserts, & Miscellaneous. The price is $10 and as a special holiday offer the Ladies Auxiliary is offering free shipping as well as delivery of cookbooks in the immediate Grand Island vicinity. Contact Lisa Mrkall at 773-8031 or Nicole Butcher at 773-1685 for more information.

Fire Auxiliary Appreciates Chowder Sale Support - Oct. 2004

(Left) Firefighters Omar Sortino, Chief Greg Butcher, President Reed Wright and Jeremy Pullano. Click photo for a larger view.
Teddy Linenfelser Photo
The Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary's fall chowder and baked goods sale Saturday, October 23, 2004 was chaired by Heather Aronica and Karen Wright. The members wish to thank all who supported the annual fundraiser.

Fire Company Auxiliary Cookbook On Sale- 2004
The sale of a cookbook published by the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company has been announced. "Our Best Recipes" - A collection of over 460 recipes collected from friends and family of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company is presented in seven chapters including Appetizers & Beverages, Soups & Salads, Vegetables, Main Dishes, Breads & Rolls, Desserts, & Miscellaneous. The cookbook makes a great hostess gift, shower/wedding gift, housewarming, or holiday gift. "Get your copy at $10.00 before they sell out - they always do," Chairman Lisa Mrkall said this week. Contact Lisa at 773-8031 or Nicole Butcher at 773-1685. The Auxiliary will ship cookbooks for a nominal charge.

Fire Auxiliary Announces "Day Of Home Parties" - 2004
   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their 2nd Annual "Day of Home Parties" from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, November 6, 2004 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road. Vendors will include Home Interiors, Longaberger Baskets, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Discovery Toys and more! Several great items and gift baskets will be given away in a Chinese auction. "Get a head start on holiday shopping!" For more information call Nicole Butcher at 773-1685.

Fire Ladies' Annual Fall Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - Oct. 2004
Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 23, 2004 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. Fresh home-baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. or when the chowder is ready. Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers. Containers will also be available for take-out. The Auxiliary is asking the community to support its food drive by donating a non-perishable food item to benefit the Grand Island Neighbors Foundation.

Fire Company Ladies Celebrate 65th Anniversary - 2004

Shown from left are Charter Member Elsie Fleischmann; Dorothy Ahern (50 years), President Nicole Butcher and Bernie Huff (50 years) and (right) President Butcher and Julie Meyer (25 years).
Teddy Linenfelser Photos
Members and guests of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company celebrated their 65th anniversary in Fire Headquarters Saturday evening, September 11, 2004. Charter member Elsie Fleischmann was in attendance and received recognition as a charter member of the organization formed in September 1939 for the purpose of assisting the Fire Company. Also recognized were Dorothy Ahern and Bernie Huff for attaining their 50-year membership. Julie Meyer received her 25-year membership certificate. Unable to attend were Darcey Golde (25 years) and Alma McTigue (50 years). A catered dinner with a Hawaiian theme was chaired by Auxiliary members Arlene Soluri and Danielle Soluri.

Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary To Celebrate 65th Anniversary - 2004
   The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will celebrate the 65th anniversary of the organization with a dinner in Fire Headquarters 6 p.m. Saturday, September 11, 2004. A Hawaiian theme is being featured. Service awards will be presented to members of long standing.

Fire Ladies To Hold 'Day Of Home Parties' - 2003
   The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will host "A Day of Home Parties" from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 8, 2003 in Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road.
   Demonstrators from a variety of companies will include Tupperware, Party Lite, Longaberger Baskets, Pampered Chef, Home Interiors, Designer Jewelry, Avon, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Princess House, Discovery Toys, Creative Memories and more.
   A basket raffle will be featured and refreshments will be served.

Fire Company Ladies Chowder Sale Is Complete Sell Out - 2003

(Left) Auxiliary member Molly McMahon is shown with Firefighters George Christensen, Jeremy Pullano, Robert Meyer and Reed Wright; (2nd photo) Reed Wright, Bob Aronica and George Christensen; (3rd photo) Auxiliary members Mary Becker, Danielle Soluri and Heather Aronica; (4th photo) Auxiliary member Nancy Amato, Chowder Co-Chairman Darcey Golde, Auxiliary member Molly McMahon and Chowder Co-Chairman Julie Meyer. Click photos for a larger view.
Teddy Linenfelser Photos
Members of the Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary sold out in record time, the three kettles of chowder they prepared for the Saturday, October 25, 2003 chowder and baked goods sale. Split Club winner was Rebecca Gaydosh.

Fire Company Auxiliary Celebrates 64th Anniversary - 2003
Members and guests of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company celebrated the organization's 64th anniversary in Fire Headquarters Saturday evening. A toga party theme featuring Greek food and the music of Steve Parisi was chaired by Arlene Soluri and her daughter Danielle Soluri. Recognized for milestone memberships was Barbara Anderson who joined the Auxiliary 40 years ago. Mary Becker, who was not able to attend, was also recognized for 40 years service to the Auxiliary.

Fire Ladies' Fall Chowder/Baked Goods Sale and "Krispy Kreme Doughnuts" - 2003
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 25, 2003 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. Baked goods, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers.

Fire Ladies Chowder Is Still Available - 2003
Delicious chicken/beef/vegetable chowder prepared for the recent Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary chowder sale has been frozen in quart containers and is available ($3 quart) by calling Auxiliary President Nicole Butcher at 773-1685 or Chowder Co-chair Julie Meyer, 773-7146.

Fire Ladies' Spring Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - and "Krispy Kreme Doughnuts"
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Spring Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, April 26, 2003 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. An added feature will be the sale of "Krispy Kreme Doughnuts." Baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers.

Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary January Meeting Date Changed - 2002
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will meet Wednesday, January 15, 2003 beginning at 6:30 p.m. An installation dinner will precede the meeting and installation of officers for 2003. The date has been changed from the second Wednesday to the third for January only.

Fire Company Ladies Run Successful Fall Chowder Sale 2002

(Left) Firefighter Bob Aronica assisted by Nate Harpster loading a chowder bucket.
(Right) Firefighter Dave Amato, overseer of the Ladies Auxiliary chowder project. Click photos for a larger view.
Fred Claus Photo
Members of the Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary were extremely pleased with the turnout of residents who purchased the three kettles of chowder along with home baked goods and 75 dozen Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. The winner of the split club drawing was Lester Herrmann of Riverdale Dr.

Fire Ladies' Fall Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - and "Krispy Kreme Doughnuts"
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 26, 2002 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. Featured again will be the sale of "Krispy Kreme Doughnuts" at $5 doz. Baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers.

Fire Company Ladies Celebrate 63rd Anniversary - 2002

Auxiliary President Nicole Butcher is shown with (from left) Nancy Amato, Arlene Soluri, Val Gardner and Elsie Fleischmann.

The Grand Island Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary celebrated the 63rd anniversary of its founding on Saturday, September 14, 2002 in Fire Headquarters. President Nicole Butcher was in charge of arrangements and assisted by Auxiliary Treasurer Lisa Mrkall, and Jennifer Pullano. The dinner, with a 50s theme, was preceded by the presentation of Life Member pins (20 years service) to Nancy Amato and Arlene Soluri and recognition of milestones in the Auxiliary to the following members: Val Gardner (50 years), Elsie Fleischmann (charter member), Fay Wood (45 years), Barb Wilson (15 years) and Bernice Dinsmore (10 years). Joan Wohlfeil and Nancy Weis, recognized for 35 years and 25 years respectively, were unable to attend.

Fire Ladies' Spring Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - and "Krispy Kreme Doughnuts"
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Spring Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, April 20, 2002 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. An added feature will be the sale of "Krispy Kreme Doughnuts." Baked goods and chowder will be sold at "about" 11 a.m. Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers.

Fire Company Ladies Install 2002 Officers

Auxiliary officers for 2002 shown from left are Trustee Barbara Wilson, Corresponding Secretary Teddy Linenfelser, Vice President Sue McMahon, President Nicole Butcher, Treasurer Lisa Mrkall, Recording Secretary Sue Braun, and Trustees Brooke Raham and Nancy Amato.
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Barbi Lare photo

   Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company met Wednesday, January 9, 2002 in Fire Headquarters for dinner and the installation of officers for the coming year.
   President Nicole Butcher, Vice President Sue McMahon, Treasurer Lisa Mrkall, Recording Secretary Sue Braun, Corresponding Secretary Teddy Linenfelser, and Trustees Brooke Raham, Barbara Wilson and Nancy Amato were installed in a candlelight ceremony by retiring Trustee Julie Meyer.
   The dinner was chaired by Mrs. Wilson and Arlene Soluri.

Fire Ladies' Fall Chowder/Baked Goods Sale - 2001
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual Fall Chowder and Baked Goods Sale Saturday, October 20, 2001 at Fire Headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. Baked goods and chowder will be sold at about 11 a.m. or when ready ($1/bowl - $3/qt.) Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers.

Fire Company Ladies Have Chowder Sale - 2001

Longtime firefighters Lee Becker and George Christensen oversee the stirring by co-chairs Julie Meyer and Darcey Golde. Other volunteers who assisted with the chowder were Dave Amato and Dan McMahon, who seemed to have disappeared when the camera showed up.
(Barbi Lare photo)

   The Grand Island Fire Company's Ladies Auxiliary presented another fine chowder sale last Saturday (Apr. 28, 2001). Needless to say, the men of the company were assisting in the cooking of the bubbling creation in the outside kettles. Inside the main truck house the ladies were quickly selling the brew by the bowl, by the quart or however the buyer wanted. Baked goodes were available as were a selection of great knives being sold by the Ladies on an ongoing basis. For more information on the knives contact Sue McMahon at 773-9376.

Fire Ladies Chowder and Baked Goods Sale - 2001
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company will hold their annual spring chowder and baked goods sale Saturday, April 28 at fire headquarters, 2275 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. Baked goods and Chowder will be sold about 11 a.m. or when read ($1/bowl - $3/qt.) Chowder will be available by the bowl or in bulk to those bringing containers.

Fire Ladies Install - 2001

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Grand Island Fire Company installed officers for 2001 at a dinner meeting in fire headquarters Wednesday evening. From left are Charter Member and Chaplain Elsie Fleischmann, Corresponding Secretary Teddy Linenfelser, President Brooke Raham, Recording Secretary Sue McMahon, Vice President Arlene Soluri and Treasurer Dorothy Ahern. Officers not shown are Trustees Julie Meyer, and Barbara Wilson. Chairmen of the dinner were Mrs. Soluri and Mrs. Wilson.
(Barbi Lare photo)

(1953 photo - see Old Photo Album)

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