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Cyclists embark on cross-state ride to raise awareness for missing and exploited children

Sweden will host fireworks on July 3 The popular Sweden/Clarkson Community Center fireworks show will return this year. Canceled in 2020 due to COVID, the Sweden Town Board voted on May 11 to schedule the annual fireworks display for July 3 (rain date of July 5). Games, entertainment, and activities normally held on the Community Center grounds just prior to the fireworks will not be held this year.

However, food vendors will be on site to serve the public in a safe manner prior to the beginning of the fireworks display at dusk.

“One of the community activities that our families missed the most in 2020 was the fireworks show to celebrate America’s Independence,” said Sweden Supervisor Kevin Johnson. “We are very pleased to be able to host this popular event and to celebrate, once again, our nation’s birth.”

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Fill a Bus event May 16 to support Bivona Child Advocacy Center A Fill a Bus Drive Thru event, hosted by Jessica Williams and friends and co-sponsored by Parma Kids Preschool and Child Care Center, Hilton-Parma Parks and Recreation, and Hilton Cadets Varsity and JV Softball, will be held on Sunday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Parma Town Park, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road.

Donations will support the Bivona Child Advocacy Center in their mission to deliver excellence in child abuse response, healing, and prevention through collaborative service, awareness, education, and leadership.

Bivona’s wish list of needed items includes: juice boxes, individually wrapped snacks, socks and underwear, girls and boys clothes (all ages, all sizes), pajamas (all sizes), slippers (all sizes), books for all ages, blankets (not sheets), pillows, pillowcases, fidget spinners, fidget cubes, stuffed animals (for all ages), art supplies/kits, Sharpie markers, colored pencils, sketch books, adult coloring books, journals, magic sand, footballs, basketballs, remote control toys, headphones, nail polish, perfume and cologne, female/male accessories, and items for teens. Cash and credit card donations will also be accepted. Those unable to attend may donate using the QR code included with this article.

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This May, a group of bicyclists from across New York state will set off on a 350-mile, cross state journey to raise awareness and support for the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). The four-day ride will take place in conjunction with National Missing Children’s Day on May 25 and will serve as a pre-event to NCMEC’s “Miles for Hope,” a month-long awareness and fundraising mission to benefit NCMEC taking place later this fall.

The cross-state ride will begin in Buffalo on Sunday, May 23, and conclude in Albany on Wednesday, May 26.

Chili Town Councilman Michael Slattery will be among the group of riders. “This ride is taking place because we are unable to hold our annual 100-mile bicycle rides in Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, Utica, and Albany where hundreds of riders would ride by and/or stop at over 25 schools across the various cities and counties, all in one day,” Slattery said. “Each city would hold their event on a different day and there would be riders traveling to the other cities to participate in each city. It really is an awesome and motivational event.”

While this year’s ride will have a different format, it will be just as meaningful. As they travel, the riders will be making tribute stops along the way – honoring missing children, their families, and first responders who work closely with NCMEC. “One that is special to me will be the one in Chili at Davis Park where there is a memorial for Brittanee Drexel who went missing in 2009,” Slattery said. The tribute to Brittanee will take place on May 23 with the riders arriving on site at approximately 4:30 p.m. “Brittanee’s family will be there as well as the community, law enforcement,

Riders will stop at Chili’s Davis Park on May 23 for a ceremony honoring Brittanee Drexel. Provided photo.

Chili Town Councilman Michael Slattery is participating in the cross-state ride to raise awareness for missing and exploited children. Provided information.

first responders, elected officials, and Chili Soccer for whom Brittanee played.” Ed Suk, Executive Director of NCMEC-NY and Chad Drexel, Brittanee’s father, will speak at the memorial.

Registration is currently open for Miles for Hope, which will take place September 1 through 30, 2021. Last year, over 1,400 people from 48 states participated in the event. The open format allows people to participate in their own way – whether they choose to bike, run, walk or swim, anyone can join in and make a difference in the fight to keep children safer from abduction, abuse, and exploitation. To register, visit www.missingkids. org/milesforhope.

Since 1984, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® has served as the leading private, nonprofit organization helping to find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation and prevent future victimization. During the last 36 years, NCMEC’s national toll-free hotline, 1-800-THE-LOST® (1-800-843-5678), has received more than 5 million calls. NCMEC has circulated billions of photos of missing children, assisted law enforcement in the recovery of more than 348,000 missing children and facilitated training for more than 379,000 law enforcement, criminal/juvenile justice and healthcare professionals.

NCMEC also operates the CyberTipline®, a mechanism for reporting suspected child sexual exploitation, which has received more than 86 million reports since it was created in 1998. To learn more about NCMEC, visit missingkids.org.

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by T.R. Hendrick We all know that COVID has changed the world forever, but I would never have guessed it would affect the spring turkey hunting in New York. The D.E.C. estimated wild turkey harvest for spring 2020 was 21,381 birds. That is a 25 percent increase from spring 2019 and is above the 10-year average spring take (about 19,400 birds). Much of the increase in harvest in spring 2020 was due to the rise in hunter participation. Roughly 94,000 hunters went afield last spring, compared to 76,000 in 2019 and an average of 89,000 per year over the past ten years. The D.E.C. saw a surge in turkey permit sales and online hunter education certifications in April, as people had more free time due to COVID work restrictions.

Even considering the larger harvest in 2020, growing New York’s turkey population has been an uphill battle.

Wet nesting seasons in May and early June is the number one reason for this, but the huge number of predators here in our state is a close second. Most people would be amazed if they knew how many predators are here among us, and most of those predators love turkey meat or their eggs.

For instance, in Western New York, we have coyote, red fox, grey fox, great horned owl, red-tail hawk, crow, raccoon, opossum, skunk, mink and weasel, feral cats, and, of course, man. Many of these are nest predators, which are worse than, say, a coyote or a hawk, because a nest predator like a raccoon, opossum, or skunk cannot catch a full-grown turkey, but they sure love their eggs. Come nightfall in the spring, these nest raiders start grocery shopping by searching for ground-nesting turkey, pheasants, or songbird eggs, and when found, devour the whole clutch. It’s a wonder any turkeys survive with so many varmints looking to eat them. The wild ringneck pheasant could not survive this predator onslaught and has disappeared from New York’s landscape.

For reasons I don’t understand, the D.E.C. refuses to concede New York has too many predators. Over the years, I have exchanged several emails with the D.E.C. top turkey biologist, Michael V. Schiavone, and he will not acknowledge there are too many predators here. It’s almost like they are afraid if hunters figured this out, they would take matters into their own hands and start shooting predators as they did back in the 60s and before.

You may say, “I’ve never seen any of these predators you’ve listed,” but remember, they are nocturnal feeders for the most part. The public never sees them unless they have been killed in the road. This brings us to the reason there are so many fur-bearing predators like raccoons, foxes, and coyotes. That reason is nobody is trapping anymore because the fur prices are so low. Why? Because it’s politically incorrect to wear fur, so no one is buying raw fur to make garments. You say, “Great, I am disgusted by people who wear fur,” but with this comes an overabundance of predators, which in turn affects all the other wildlife.

Please, somebody, send out the big hook and pull me off my pulpit. I could go on for hours on this subject, but why bore you anymore than usual.

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New York’s spring turkey season always opens on May 1 and runs the entire month of May. Things have started slow so far this season due to wet, cold weather. Gobblers do a lot more gobbling and answering turkey calls when the weather is nice. That being said, males will usually gobble at least a few times from their roost at first light.

If you want to find out how many gobblers are in your hunting area, you need to get yourself to a good listening location and be there at the very first twinkle of dawn.

This timing is critical – the very first glimmer of dawn and not a half-hour later. That first twenty minutes of light is when a male turkey will gobble from his roosting tree, letting the hens in the area know he is available. I have tried this myself, but for some reason, it doesn’t seem to work on human females. Anyway, if there are adult gobblers in an area, they normally gobble at least a few times each morning. This will give you a good idea of how many turkeys you have to hunt in that location. If no gobbling is heard on a nice spring morning, I suggest finding a new area to hunt.

This scouting tactic is key, no matter where you hunt spring turkeys in North America. I have hunted turkeys in twelve states and in Canada, and the first thing I do when I arrive in a new location is find a high vantage point overlooking the area I plan on hunting and be there at first light to listen. This will tell me how many gobblers I will have to work with in a given spot. Then I can adjust my hunting strategies from there.

May is the greatest time of year to be in the woods – you turkey hunters know this – so set your alarm to that insanely early hour, get out there and enjoy. Remember to be safe and know your target. There is never a valid excuse to shoot at a sound.

Ken Preston was sworn in as the new president of Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York (AFDSNY) at the group’s Annual Meeting on May 7. Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece) administered the oath of office.

Preston is a 55-year member of the North Greece Fire District, where he served 32 years as commissioner. Previously, he served in the role of president for the Monroe County Fire District Officers Association, as well as the Western New York Law and Legislative Association. Additionally, he served as director of Region 5 in the Association of Fire Districts for the state of New York for 10 years and is a member of the Town of Greece Fire Council.

“It’s a tremendous honor to swear in Ken as the new president for AFDSNY,” said Jensen. “As the son of a volunteer firefighter and fire district Commissioner, I’ve seen firsthand the dedication and hard work our men and women in uniform put in each day to serve and protect our communities and the role that fire districts play in the organization and operations of our fire service.

“I could not be happier to see Ken step into this role; his extensive and impressive resume has equipped him to best serve the members of AFDSNY and our state, I have no doubt he will do an extraordinary job as president.”

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•AAA Western and Central New York is offering online Medicare workshops free of charge. AAA membership is not required to participate. The first workshop, Medicare 101, is May 19 at 1 p.m. It will be offered again on June 1 at 2 p.m. A Medicare Retirement workshop will be held June 15 at 11 a.m. Anyone interested in attending these virtual events can sign up online in advance at https://bit.ly/3vWg890 or call 855-862-6651.

Events

•The Gathering Table free community dinner will be held at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street, on Sunday, May 16, from 1 to 2 p.m. Take out only. Menu: oven baked barbeque dinner, mac salad, and baked beans. Masks and social distancing required. Enter through Main Street door and exit through Holley Street door. The teen closet will be open for local teens from 1 to 2 p.m. Free clothing and accessories are available.

•The artwork of Brockport Artists’ Guild members is on display through May 29 at the Hart Gallery 27, 27 Market Street, Brockport. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday from noon to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. Visit bagsite.org for information on the guild.

•Free Shredding Event for Greece residents on Wednesday, May 19, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Greece Town Hall Campus.

Limit of five boxes per participant. All documents will be shredded confidentially and on site by Shred-Text.

•The Brockport Area Veterans Club will hold a Memorial Day of Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday, May 29, 10 a.m., at 222 West Avenue, Brockport. The public is invited to honor and remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice serving and protecting our nation. For information, call 637-5012.

Fundraisers

•Turkey Dinner on May 15 at Riga Church, 7057 Chili-Riga Center Road (Rt. 33A @ Rt. 36), drive-thru only. Serving no earlier than 3 to 6 p.m. or until sold out. Cost is $10 per dinner of roast turkey with all the trimmings and includes pie.

•Mainly Books, 24 Main Street, Hilton, is open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May Sale: Gardening and How To Books BOGO. Support Parma Public Library with donations and purchases.

•Hilton Apple Fest barbecue fundraiser, catered by Texas BarB-Q Joint, is Saturday, May 22, with drive-thru pick up beginning at 12:30 p.m. at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street. Dinner includes pulled pork, chopped brisket, macaroni and cheese, salt potatoes, corn muffin and beverage. Tickets are $15. To order, calling 392-7773 and leaving a message.

Checks can be made payable to Hilton Apple Fest.

•Chicken Barbecue at the First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Avenue, on May 16 from noon until sold out. Meals are $10 each. Funds will help church youth and adults to lend a hand rebuilding areas hit by storms, floods, and poverty.

•Churchville Fire Department and Lions Club Spring BBQ Dinners to Go on Saturday, June 5. Choice of chicken and ribs for $15 or chicken only for $10. Both dinners include sides and dessert. Pick up at the Fire Department between noon and 2 p.m. Tickets are pre-sale only and are available at the Village Office, Riga Town Hall, or online at churchvillelions.org or churchvillefiredept.org.

•Rummage Sale at Kendall United Methodist Church, 1814 Kendall Road, May 27 through 29. Hours area 3 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday (50% off and bag sale).

Government Meetings

•Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia) will host a town hall meeting on Saturday, May 22, from 12 to 12:45 p.m. at the Bergen Village Hall, 11 North Lake Avenue. Residents are encouraged to attend to discuss local issues and share any questions or concerns they have with Hawley. Social distancing and other health and safety protocols will be followed.

•Chili: Parks & Recreation Committee meeting planned for May 18 has been canceled.

•Clarendon: Town Board meets the third Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., either at the Town Hall, 16385 Church Street, or via ZOOM Group Meeting.

•Hamlin: Zoning Board of Appeals meets May 17, 7:30 p.m., at the Hamlin Town Hall, 1658 Lake Road. Hamlin Residents are invited to offer input on the town’s Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan. Drop-in on Wednesday, May 19, from 1 to 3 p.m. or 5 to 7 p.m. at Hamlin Beach State Park, Pavilion #3.

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•Kendall: Town Board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.

•Parma: Town Board meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Zoning Board of Appeals meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. All meetings are held at the Parma Town Hall, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road, Hilton, and are open to the public.

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•Loss, Grief, and Healing Support Group meets on Thursdays, through June 24, from 6:30 to 7 p.m. at St. George’s Church in Hilton. In person attendance welcomed for those fully vaccinated, others may join via Zoom. Visit http://www.stgeorgehilton.org for the link.

•The Hilton Community Clothes Closet, located in the basement of Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, is open Tuesdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m., and from 5 to 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday and third Thursday of the month. Appointments are not necessary.

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•The Gates Historical Society meets Monday, May 17, at 7 p.m. in the Gates Town Hall Annex. Don Newcomb, Greece resident and collector, will give a presentation entitled “Tools of the Past - Basic to Beams.” He will show and tell about early American tools and how they were used in building the first homes in the Colonies. This program is free and handicapped accessible. Masks and social distancing rules will be followed.

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Library Programs

•Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The library is open for browsing and borrowing materials. Curbside pickup is available by appointment. Alphabet and seasonal preschool storytimes are posted on Facebook every Monday at 10:30 a.m. and are available 24/7. Adult, child, and preschool Take & Make craft kits are available at the circulation desk. Adults and Teens can join Book of the Month book clubs. Copies of each month’s book can be checked out at the circulation desk.

A limited number of computers may be reserved with a 30minute limit. Services offered include copying, printing, and faxing. For information, call 964-2320, go to hamlinny.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.

•Hoag Library in Albion is open Monday/Tuesday/Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for browsing (books, magazines, DVDs, CDs), computer lab, and fax/print/wireless print/ copy/scan/notary. Mask wearing required. The book drop and WiFi are available remotely 24/7. Search the catalog, renew checkouts, and place holds online at www.nioga.org. Download free eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and magazines on the Libby and Hoopla apps. Bindings Book Club meets the fourth Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. Take-and-make craft for the month of May: Bird Feeder. TGIF Craft Day, Fridays, 1 p.m., registration required. Friends of the Library Perennial and Book Sale, June 11 and 12. White Fragility book discussion, June 17, noon and 6:30 p.m. Virtual programs: Zoom-A-Story Storytime, Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon; Beekeeping and Bee Swarms, May 19, 1 p.m. The library will be closed Monday, May 31. Summer Reading Program begins June 21 and features many outdoor activities under the tent.

•The Ogden Farmers’ Library 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Two digital escape rooms have been added to the “For Kids” section of the website, www.ogdenlibrary.com/for-kids.html.

•The Newman Riga Library has changed its hours to: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays (until June 12) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The library is located in the center of the Village of Churchville at the intersection of Routes 33 and 36. For information, visit www.newmanrigalibrary.org, call 293-2009, or find the library on Facebook.

•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton, is holding the following events: Virtual Storytime – Monday, May 17, and Wednesday, May 19, video posted on Facebook at 10:30 a.m. for viewing at any time. Teens Write – Tuesday, May 18, 4:30 p.m. Use Discord online to discuss your writing and work on prompts. Email matthew.hoople@libraryweb.org to get the Discord invite. Among Us (Teens, Families) – Thursday, May 20, 4 p.m. on Zoom. Room code will be posted to the library’s Facebook page at 4 p.m. If you can’t make it into a round, monitor the twitch stream at https://www.twitch.tv/hiltoniangames.

History of Dreaming (Adults): Friday, May 21, 1 p.m. Presentation looks at modern, as well as ancient beliefs on the nature of dreaming. Presented by Jack Kowiak. Register to receive a Zoom link. All events can be found at calendar.libraryweb. org/parma. For information, visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org or call 392-8350.

•Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, is now open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Curbside service is available by calling 637-1050. Face masks and social distancing required for in-person programs.

Those marked with * require registration. Plant Swap – Saturday, May 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring a small, rooted plant to leave and pick up a new one for your garden. Held at the entrance to the library rain or shine. Planting Party* – Monday, May 17, 4 to 4:45 p.m., rain or shine, for Pre-K-Grade 5. Come select a plant or seeds to plant and then take home and watch it grow. Adult Book Discussion Group* – Wednesday, May 19, 2 to 2:45 p.m., to discuss Meet Me at the Museum by Anne Youngson. Copies available at the circulation desk. A Zoom link will be emailed the morning of the program. Preschool Story Time at the Picnic Table Outside* – Thursday, May 20, 10:30 to 11 a.m. (weather permitting), stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 2-5. Consider bringing a blanket. Registration to receive email in case of inclement weather. Trivia via Zoom: Anime Edition* – Thursday, May 20, 5:15 to 6 p.m., for Grades 6-12.

Use of a laptop is recommended. Geocaching 101 on Zoom* – Thursday, May 20, 7 to 7:45 p.m. Learn about this tech-based sport that may be just the way to get your family excited about the outdoors. Summer Reading is almost here. Registration for all library programs starts June 1. Children’s Summer Reading Kick-Off will be Saturday, June 19, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, featuring the Amazing Magic Joe. Show begins at 11 a.m. Teen Summer Reading begins Monday, June 28. There will be prizes, in-person programs, and fun.

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•The Ogden Democratic Committee meets via Zoom on Sunday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Meetings last one hour and there are many ways to get involved. Registered Democrats in Ogden can email ogdennydemocrats@gmail.com for information.

•Brockport Fire District meets May 17, 6:30 p.m., at Station #3, 191 West Avenue, Brockport.

•Hamlin Morton Walker Board of Fire Commissioners holds a regular business meeting on Monday, May 17, 7 p.m., at the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District Building, 1521 Lake Road, Hamlin.

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The Anti-Defamation League, founded to fight prejudice and hate against groups and individuals, has clearly lost its way. It has now joined the ranks of those who feel free to heap hate and scorn on an entire class of people due to the actions of a very few. In response to the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial, the ADL issued a statement which included the outrageous and unfounded assertion that, “Our country’s policing and criminal legal systems have targeted and devalued Black, brown and indigenous lives for centuries.” In a sad attempt to show its “wokeness” and make itself relevant, the once-respected ADL has stooped to defaming the millions of police officers who have, over the centuries, dedicated their lives to protecting the citizens of this country – too often at the expense of their own lives.

The Police Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. displays the names of 20,267 police officers who gave their lives in the line of duty, 1,567 of them being police officers from New York State. The ADL, by its clearly bigoted and unsupportable statement, defames all of those fallen officers and devalues their sacrifices. Similarly, the 697,195 police officers serving today, and the many thousands more people who work in our criminal legal system, have all been unfairly painted by the ADL with a broad brush that should be applied only to a very few among them.

Of the estimated 53.5 million encounters between police and citizens each year, less than a handful involve any misconduct by the police… but that handful is routinely blown out of all proportion by the media and irresponsible organizations like the ADL. Chenango County Sheriff Ernie Cutting, Chair of the Sheriffs’ Association’s Executive Committee, called upon the ADL to retract its statement, as a gesture of common decency, during this National Police Week. “Whether this hypocritical statement was made out of malice or mere ignorance, it is clearly wrong,” he said, “and it should be withdrawn and an apology issued.” He pointed out, “Such statements are not only unfair to our police officers, but also dangerous. As we have seen in numerous tragic incidents over the last year, such irresponsible assertions are viewed by some as giving them license to disrespect, disobey, assault and kill police officers. It is time for this hateful, bigoted defamation of the police to STOP.”

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NYSOFA provides access to free classes for older adults The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) has partnered with The Association on Aging in New York (AgingNY) and GetSetUp to offer 50,000 classes, featuring more than 300 different course options developed by and for older adults. The GetSetUp curriculum and community are designed to combat social isolation and promote independence through live, interactive classes and online connectivity with a community of more than 650,000 older adult learners from more than 160 countries around the globe. Additionally, all guides and instructors are retired educators/professionals/technologists, promoting economic empowerment, healthy lifestyles, and a purpose driven life. Instructors are trained to help older adults learn by doing, not just watching, and all learners are encouraged to become creators by leading their own interest groups.

GetSetUp classes are organized into four broad categories: •Digital Divide/Connectivity (orientation to Zoom and how to use various devices) •Physical Health (i.e. Tai Chi/Yoga/Healthy Cooking) •Mental Health (i.e. Dementia/Coping with Stress/Meditation), and •Social Health (i.e. Book Club/Gardening/Pets/Travel/ Brain Games).

The GetSetUp platform offers more than 40 classes each weekday, and more than ten classes each weekend. They recently launched “GetSetUp TV” for hesitant older adults to get a flavor of the GetSetUp platform without having to fully participate. Classes are rotated regularly to offer the widest variety of programming for older adults in the four main categories.

Technology solutions have grown dramatically over the past year and platforms such as GetSetUp will be part of the new normal. Connecting older adults to an online forum of their peers empowers engagement, continual learning, and even access to employment opportunities outside of the traditional brick and mortar approach.

Director of the New York State Office for the Aging Greg Olsen said, “Social isolation was a public health problem prior to COVID-19, but the pandemic clearly made it worse. This partnership will expand our ability to reduce

isolation, depression, and anxiety by significantly expanding virtual programming into the homes of isolated older adults to keep them connected. Furthermore, this partnership will allow us to build more programming and classes, taught by older adults, providing them with an economic opportunity to earn money through their skills. We are thrilled to partner with The Association on Aging in New York and GetSetUp to launch this project.”

Co-founder of GetSetUp Lawrence Kosick said, “We could not be more excited to welcome New York’s older adults to

the GetSetUp community, which has recorded more than four million minutes of learning and connection in the last three months, and half a million connections between learners. The power of the platform will continue to be amplified as the community of instructors and learners expands, and this partnership is another huge step in the right direction for our older adult population.”

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B-B students raise money for American Heart Association On April 8 and 9, Byron-Bergen Elementary School students jumped all over heart disease by participating in the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge.

The Kids Heart Challenge is a fun event where students learn about their heart while raising money for the American Heart Association. This year the students raised $4,232.32 for the American Heart Association, which funds research, programs, and education to fight heart disease and stroke.

When asked why being a heart hero is so important, second grade participant and top fundraiser Vincent Antinora responded, “I like doing the Kids Heart Challenge every year because I like being kind and helping people with unhealthy hearts!”

The event focuses on student success through healthy physical and social emotional practices. “It’s not just about exercise,” said Byron-Bergen Elementary School Physical Education Teacher and Event Coordinator Brian Tatar.

“We also focus on reducing stress, being kind, and making healthy choices like drinking water. But the students also really like the jump rope challenge.”

The jump rope challenge took place over two days in the Elementary School parking lot. Students learned different jump rope styles and techniques and then faced off to see which student could jump rope the longest. The winners received a jump rope and a round of applause.

“I’m very proud of our students,” said Elementary School Principal Brian Meister. “They are having fun while making healthy choices and helping others. That’s the best.

Congratulations to all.”

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•Sommer, Dr. Charles, died April 3, 2021 after a long illness. Dr. Sommer was a professor Emeritus at the SUNY College of Brockport. His passions in life were math, stamps and model trains. His family was his most important treasure. He was predeceased by his parents Charles and Mary Sommer. He is survived by his loving wife, Pat Powers; children Charles, Mary, John and Heidi Sommer; sisters Nora (Frank) Parisi and Patricia Sommer; nine nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Mass will be held at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Brockport at 11 a.m. Saturday May 22. Gifts in memory of Dr. Sommer in support of scholarships at SUNY Brockport can be directed to the Brockport Foundation, 350 New Campus Drive, Brockport, NY 14420.

•McCarthy, John J. Jr. “Mack,” age 65, died May 5, 2021 after a brief illness. His life’s work was as a Residence Counselor at Lifetime Assistance, Inc., where he was honored to serve individuals with developmental disabilities for 34 years. He was involved in all facets of theater: acting, directing, and producing plays for local productions with The Brockport Community Players, and The BUM Players of the Brockport United Methodist Church. John was predeceased by his father, John “Jack” McCarthy, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Margaret “Peg” McCarthy of Orwell, NY; brothers, James (Deirdre) McCarthy of Central Square, Jerry (Sandra) McCarthy of Constantia; sister, Melanie (Daniel) Dunne of Greece; nephews, Jeremy, Cian, Jared and Shane McCarthy; niece, Mary Rogers; great niece and nephew, Mia and Waylon McCarthy; his dear friend and “brother,” Gary “Turk” Thomas.

Funeral Services were held May 10 at Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., Brockport. Interment will be held privately.

Contributions can be made to Lifetime Assistance, Inc., 425 Paul Road, Rochester, NY 14624 in his memory.

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•Bennett, Douglass Dean, died suddenly May 7, 2021 at age 83. Dean transferred from the Foxboro Company, Foxboro, MA in 1970 to join Eastman Kodak Company. He loved photography. An avid fisherman, Dean especially enjoyed deep sea fishing in Chatham, MA. He was a member of the Kodak Total Sound Singing Group. A lifelong Episcopalian, he shared his tenor voice in the church choir. Dean is predeceased by his father, Douglass Bennett; mother, Lucy Dean Bennett Brown; and his daughter, Deborah.

He is survived by his wife, Helen; daughters, Cheryl (Ed) Ranalletti, Beth (Jeff) Austin and Barbara D’Anunzio; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Donations can be made to the Church of the Epiphany, 3285 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

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•Kelly, Eileen T., died February 2, 2021 at age 93.

Friends are invited to her Funeral Mass Monday, May 17, 2021 at 10 a.m. at St. Pius Tenth Church, 3000 Chili Avenue, Rochester. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

HILTON

•Lemmon, David J. “Jim,” died May 7, 2021, age 80.

Survived by his wife of 60 years, Gaynell; his children, Mark (JoAnn) Lemmon, Scott Lemmon, David (Helen) Lemmon and Barbara (Wayne) Lewis; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Predeceased by daughter, Lynn Lemmon.

Visitation was held May 15 at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. Private Services and Interment. Donations can be made to Wounded Warrior Project in his memory.

•Oakden, Lorraine B. (Trapp), died May 6, 2021, age 96. Predeceased by her husband, Howard; and her children, Howard, Charles, Donald and Beth. Survived by her children, Gary (Sue), Gail (Ted), Rick (Jo), Robin and Elena (Tab); daughter-in-law, Debi; and many grandchildren.

Private burial in Parma Union Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

•Obenhofer, Harold J. “Opa,” died May 5, 2021, age 86.

Predeceased by his wife, Annie (1994); his siblings, Rudi, Michael, Karl, Walter and Martha; and his companion of 22 years, Doris Hirzel. Survived by his children, Karin (Jim) Wood, Michael (Trudy) Obenhofer, Nancy (Hiram) Johnson and Charlene (Hart) Thomas; 14 grandchildren, 11 greatgrandchildren; and sisters- and brothers-in-law.

Visitation was held May 12 at Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., Hilton. A Service will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Interment Riverside Cemetery.

Donations can be made to the Hilton Food Shelf in his memory.

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•Strassner, Joan Orman, a longtime resident of both Scio and Kendall, died in Florida November 10, 2019.

Survived by her four children, Lori, Eric, Doug and Jon (Tracey) Rath and two daughters, Rose Strassner (De) and Deborah (Ted) Walczak; sisters Gail Orman and Beverly Armstrong; brother Richard (Mary) Orman; two grandsons; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Joan is preceded in death by her husband, Robert John Strassner, her parents, Walter and Lois Orman and daughter, Kathleen Strassner.

Visitation was observed May 14 at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport. Gravesite Burial May 15 at Lakeside Cemetery, Hamlin.

SPENCERPORT

•Chavez, Peter J., died May 12, 2021 at age 81. Survived by his wife of 60 years, Junell L. Chavez; children Lynn (Kyle) Lundberg, Lorie (Steven) Shull, Janice (Daniel) Jalowiec, Peter J. Chavez Jr.; 15 grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. “The Mex” will forever be loved and cherished by family and friends.

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•Federspiel, Terry L., died May 10, 2021 at age 74.

Predeceased by his parents, Lloyd and Doreen Federspiel, sisters Bonnie and Connie. Terry is survived by his spouse Patricia; daughter Kristin (William) Cooper; son Todd; two grandchildren Emily and Katie; sister Susan; and brothers Thomas and Bradley.

A Memorial Mass will be held at the convenience of the family. To share a memory of Terry or send a condolence to the family visit www.walkerbrothersfh.com. Donations can be made to the Spencerport Ambulance or Fire Department in his memory.

•Schuth, Mary M. (Mommom), died May 8, 2021. Mary was preceded by her loving husband Joseph and sons, Joseph Jr and Timothy. She is survived by children Jack (Judy) Schuth, Michael (Mary Pat) Schuth, Karen Davis, Robert (Kathy) Schuth, Patty (Bruce) Hartman, Thomas (Tina) Schuth and Peggy Schuth; sister-in-law, Alice Schuth; 18 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren; and niece and nephews. Known to many as Mommom, she was a kind, caring, compassionate woman who enjoyed life and kept a relationship with God. Visitation was held May 13 at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport. Her Funeral Service will be private.

Donations can be made to the Aurora House in Spencerport in her memory.

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Brockport celebrates seniors with banners The Brockport Central School District is celebrating and honoring their Class of 2021 with congratulatory banners that are on display throughout Brockport’s campus.

“We want to recognize the hard work put in by our students and show them that our school community supports their continued efforts and future endeavors,” said Superintendent Sean Bruno.

The banners will be on campus throughout the summer and can also be viewed on the Brockport High School’s website.

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Hilton CSD Budget Vote & BOE Election is May 18 The Hilton Central School District 2021-22 School Budget Vote and Board of Education Election is being held Tuesday, May 18 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Hilton High School (Parma, Clarkson and Hamlin residents) and Northwood Elementary School (Greece residents). Voters must be at least 18 years of age, a U.S. citizen and have lived in the Hilton School District 30 days prior to the vote.

The $87,378,298 budget proposal is a 3.45 percent increase from last year’s budget, which, if approved by voters, will result in an estimated 2.96 percent tax rate increase in Clarkson due to the town’s equalization rate decreasing from 100 percent to 95 percent; a 2.21 percent decrease in Greece; a 2.25 percent decrease in Hamlin due to a 91 percent equalization rate; and a 2.01 percent increase in Parma due to the town’s equalization rate decreasing from 97 percent to 93 percent. Using the equalization rates in the four towns, a home in the Hilton School District valued at $100,000 will see an estimated tax bill decrease of $50.

The proposed property tax levy increase is 1.83 percent, which is at the state imposed property tax levy cap of 1.83 percent. District residents can vote on the budget proposition as well as a $1,159,511 bus purchase proposition, and two open positions on the Board of Education. The candidates are, in the order they will appear on the ballot: Chotsani Whitt, Ed Mascadri, Stephanie Sloan and Kara Olds. Voters will select two board members to serve threeyear terms. The terms of Thomas Abbott and Russell Byer will expire June 30.

Details of the budget are available on the Hilton District website at Hilton.k12.ny.us/Budget.

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There is much to like about these easy-tocare-for plants. Ferns add soothing green color and beautiful foliage to shady areas of your landscape, are hardy to Zone 2, are not terribly demanding, and are not attractive to deer.

If you have areas in your garden with dappled sunlight, you can pair ferns with other plants like columbine, This maidenhair fern is native to North America and although it looks dainhosta, and trilliums to ty, it is a hardy plant for your landscape. Photo by Kristina Gabalski. create a serene woodhouseplant; however, it has much darker land garden.

There are many outdoor varieties of leaves than the Boston fern and is less casferns to choose from, and local nurseries cading in nature. Christmas fern doubles as and garden centers are great places to find a house plant; outside, it grows up to two plants that will do well in our area. Most to three feet high and withstands both sun hardy ferns are deciduous, but there are and deep shade. This fern grows slowly.

Ferns are interesting plants that reprosome that are evergreen.

Northern maidenhair fern has delicate, duce via spores - they do not have seeds eight- to 20-inch fronds with dark, shiny or flowers. They differ from other sporestems. The plants spread their pinnae bearing plants in that they have true horizontally in a nearly perfect circle, roots, stems, and complex leaves. A spore which according to wildflower.org, is unique is a reproductive cell that can develop into among native ferns. Maidenhair fern is a new individual without joining with easy to grow but does best in rich, moist, another reproductive cell. You can find the spore cases on the undersides of leaves or well-drained soil.

Lady fern is also easy to grow and is often on separate stalks. These fruiting bodies found in foundation plantings. It prefers are completely normal and should not be shade but will tolerate some sun as long as confused with insects or disease.

Ferns thrive in soil that is high in organic the soil is kept moist. It is drought tolerant matter, and that remains moist. In their and has a nice, upright habit.

Cinnamon fern has bright cinnamon- native woodland habitat, decaying leaves colored fertile fronds. The University of and understory lighting provide just the Illinois Extension says cinnamon fern is right conditions. Ferns tend to be forgiving a member of a group of quite large ferns and will often grow in places other plants that are called flowering ferns. This fern fail to thrive.

Another benefit of a fern garden is that grows three to four feet tall and has beautiful fiddleheads in the spring. It will grow ferns have few pests, although slugs may in sun or shade but needs moisture and eat them - as they do most shade plants.

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sports & recreation Hilton’s Lipani top-6 all-time in wins in Section V football

by Warren Kozireski Only a select few high school varsity coaches last for more than ten years due to burnout along with their responsibilities to their own families that conflict with the almost year-round commitment needed to sustain the continued player and coach development at all levels of a sport in any district.

Just wrapping up his 31st year as Hilton head football coach and 34th year overall, Rich Lipani stands sixth all-time in Section V football with 194 wins breaking a tie with retired Nick DerCola of Clyde-Savannah with a blowout win against Edison Tech on April 14. Fifth is the retired Mike Foster of Canandaigua with 199 wins.

Like many in his position, Lipani rarely will talk about himself and deflects the accolades to his players and the rest of the coaching staff. But there is a common denominator to the Cadets success since he took over in 1989 that has led to two Section V championships – Class BB title in 1992 and Class A in 1994 – along with numerous years advancing to at least the semi-finals of their Class.

Instead, his many alumni do more than give Lipani and his staff accolades for what happened while on the team and the lessons they have carried forward to their careers. We have tracked down two of them: Johnathan Letta played varsity from 2013 to 2016 season as a defensive back as a freshman and then quarterback, defensive back, and outside linebacker for three seasons. The two-time All-Greater Rochester Selection and Monroe County Class AA Division II Player of the Year in 2015 was also an All-State Honorable Mention in his junior and senior seasons.

He was entering his senior season at St. John Fisher before the pandemic canceled this past season.

Jason Gentile was a running back and outside linebacker along with special teams from 1990 to 1994. He went on to play at SUNY Brockport and earned a Master’s degree from Kansas State before recently retiring from a 20-year stint in the U.S. Army and lives in Alaska.

Rich Lipani. Provided photo.

Q. Favorite memory from your time?

Letta: “My favorite overall experience was my entire junior year. We had all the guys that we had played with growing up, and we were playing really good football, with a certain kind of swag and attitude to us and the way we played. “My favorite individual memory or game would have to be the first game that was played on our new turf during my sophomore year. On top of it being the first game on the new field, it was our homecoming game. We were playing Webster Schroeder, and a win pretty much solidified a spot for us in sectionals.

I remember coming out of the locker room, and our practice field that we usually warmed up on being filled with cars.

We looked at the entrance, and there was a massive line and a swarm of people coming from multiple areas where people have never had to park before. That’s how many people there were. We went down 14-0 very quick in the first quarter, but went on to score every time we had the ball after that, scoring our final touchdown with less than a minute left to win the game 49-42. The atmosphere was absolutely incredible, and the fact that we were able to win such a crucial game was an awesome experience. One that I’ll never forget.”

Gentile: “I have so many amazing memories and experiences from that time, playing for Rich Lipani. My favorite memory is winning that first Section V title back in 1992. It was a very special time for the entire community. I find it even more satisfying since our team came from behind to beat a very good Irondequoit team.”

Q. Why do you think Coach Lipani has been able to have the success and longevity he has had at Hilton?

Gentile: “The secret to Rich’s success, in my opinion, has been his consistent and disciplined approach. He has a very even personality and leadership style. He approaches every practice, game, and season the same. He was never an avid talker and always maintained a very professional, positive, and personal approach with his staff, players, and parents.

Rich also is one of the humblest men I have met. He never bragged about his success and always was focused on the current team.”

Letta: “Coach Lipani has had the success and longevity that he has because of the culture he has created at Hilton. When someone refers to “Hilton Football,” anyone who has been a part of, or been around the program knows the meaning that those words carry with them. He has created a culture where everyone feels welcomed. He has a nickname for just about everyone on the team and has many jokes that he and very few people understand, but everyone laughs at. The culture of “Hilton Football” is one where everyone is brought in. The players who really understand “Hilton Football” and embrace it will do just about anything for Coach Lipani, as well as any of the other coaches involved in the program, because they understand that Coach Lipani and his coaching staff will do the exact same for them. This is something that is instilled program-wide, from the Varsity team down to the modified team, but it is really understood once you are a part of the Varsity team and around Coach Lipani on a regular basis.

Hilton football is, and always will be, extremely special to a lot of people. It gives a certain type of feeling just thinking about it and trying to explain it. However, without Coach Lipani, that feeling we get, and that culture that has been created without a doubt wouldn’t exist.”

Rich Lipani (right) recently finished his 31st year as Hilton’s head football coach, and with 194 wins is ranked in the top-six all-time for Section V. Provided photo.

Q. Favorite Lipani coaching story?

Q. What lessons learned, if any, do you still use in your current position?

Letta: “Prior to my junior season, the preseason rankings came out, and we weren’t in the top 10. As a team, both coaches and players, we knew the personnel that we had and took this kind of personally. We had made sectionals for several consecutive years prior and were returning a lot of key players as well as a very experienced coaching staff.

Needless to say, while we understood that preseason ranking meant absolutely nothing, we felt disrespected to some extent.

As the season went on, we proved ourselves going 6-1 in the regular season, beating many “ranked” teams, and hanging around quite well with the team we lost to. After we won our last game of the regular season to solidify our 6-1 record, all the players were on a knee, and Coach Lipani was addressing the team, which he always would after a game. However, this time was a little different because as Coach Lipani was giving his speech, there were several reporters or journalists around watching. It was then when Coach Lipani lifted up his pullover shirt to show us the shirt he was wearing underneath. The boosters would usually provide us a shirt of some sort every year. This particular year, the shirt had our logo on the front, but on the back, the shirt said “Unranked.”

This was something the team decided to have put on the shirt and was something that was taken personally by all of us. Coach Lipani hadn’t seemed to be playing too much into caring about it like we did all year, but as he lifted his shirt and turned around to show us the “Unranked” portion of the undershirt, he explained that nobody had pinned us as being in the position that we were in, and that we were going to carry that chip on our shoulder through sectionals. This resonated with all the players, and everyone got super excited, now recognizing that we were both players and coaches, now carrying this chip on our shoulder, with a mission in mind heading into sectionals. This moment really unified an already extremely close-knit group that much more.”

Gentile: “Coach was never a big speech person. However, I recall the speech he gave at halftime during that first Section V championship game. We were losing 12-6 going into halftime. He said, and this is a quote, “Now is the time to turn it on … now is the time to take this game.” That speech inculcates everything he is about.

Letta: “In reference to offseason workouts, Coach Lipani would always tell us you have X amount of opportunities (he would always know the exact number, or at least seemed like he did) to get yourself better this offseason, whether it be from morning workouts, summer workouts, Westside Camp, or anything else. It is what you do with those opportunities that can either help make you a better player or keep you in the same spot you are in now. This has always stuck with me as I have gone through not only high school football but now life. It has helped me recognize the opportunities that I have in front of me, and really pushed me to optimize and take advantage of those opportunities to the fullest extent. I think this helped derive a love for trying to constantly better myself in some way, shape, or form.”

Gentile: “After I graduated High School, I went on to play college football where I lettered at SUNY Brockport. I graduated and went on to serve in the U.S .Army for over 20 years.

I retired a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army. During my time serving our Nation, I deployed to combat four times.

I spent six years in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as other places around the world.

“I say all this because every day I served my Soldiers and our Nation, I recalled the lessons that Coach Lipani imparted upon me. I still use them. I have listed them below.

1. Be resilient: mentally and physically.

2. Organized: Have a disciplined system of organization and be consistent with your approach.

3. Passion/Enthusiasm: Have passion in all you do, whether it is in football, your work, or life. Have enthusiasm with others.

4. Commitment: Be committed to people and your mission.

5. Leadership: Always put the welfare of others before yourself – your subordinates own success and you, as a leader, own failure.

“Finally, Coach Lipani has meant so much to not only me but to thousands of young people who have played or were taught by him. If I could ever have the same impact on someone else’s life the way he has on mine, I would feel a debt has been repaid. I love Coach Lipani like a father. Playing for him during those times was truly like Camelot.”

Signing ceremony held for Brockport student athletes Brockport High School recently held an Athletic Signing Ceremony for BCSD seniors planning on attending and participating on an athletic team at a Division 1 or Division 2 school in the fall. Shown (l-r) are: Sydney Taylor – attending Daemen College (Division 2) for track & field; Tyler Henshaw – attending Potomac State (Division 1 JC) for baseball; Mallory Robinson – attending Kennesaw State University (Division 1) for lacrosse; and Sydney Brew – attending Roberts Wesleyan College (Division 2) for soccer. Provided information and photo.

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iTems for saLe/for renT GARAGE SALE HAMLIN: 121 Traciann Dr., Fri., May 21 & Sat., May 22 84. Treadmill, kitchen table, craft table and much more.[5-16] Brockport: 559 West Ave. May 21 9-5, May 22 9-3. Household, clothing, collectibles & more. No Early Birds Please.[5-16] HAMLIN: 2654 Roosevelt Highway. May 21-23; 10am5pm. Numerous Princess House Crystal, in box, never used (pennies on the dollar); lots of quilt fabric 100% cotton; collectibles; much more.[5-16] Hilton - Multi-Family Moving.

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ITEMS FOR SALE FURNITURE 2 - 30”w x 24” deep x 7” tall Cherry matching cabinets; 2 22”w x 24” deep x 7” tall matching cabinets; 9’ total. Entertainment center available making 14’ total will separate as neeed.

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Salmon Creek Country Club is looking for Pro Shop workers.

Retirees welcome. We are also looking for a line/prep cook and dishwasher. Please apply in person to fill out an application.

Go to the Tennis Complex @ 355 Washington St., Spencerport, NY.[TFN] • APARTMENTS FOR RENT • MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

Cremation Lot - White Haven, Hawthorn Section. $1,800. Call 585-298-3413.[TFN]

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The Village of Hilton is looking for a NYS certified Building Inspector (BSI) to work seasonally, approximately 1520 hours per week at $20.00 per hour. Please send your resume to shari@hiltonny. org if you are interested. The Village of Hilton is an equal opportunity employer.[5-16]

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IRONWORKERS RAMAR STEEL - A ROCHESTER BASED AISC CERTIFIED FABRICATOR/ERECTOR IS SEEKING SKILLED, MOTIVATED, AND DEDICATED IRONWORKERS.

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Legal NoticeS Notice of Annual Meeting, Budget Vote And Election Churchville-Chili Central School District NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Annual Meeting of the residents of Churchville-Chili Central School District, Monroe County, New York, qualified to vote, will be held at the Middle School North Gym C, Door #35, at 139 Fairbanks Road in said district on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, between the hours of 12:00 noon and 9:00 p.m. for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the Board of Education.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, That on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, the said district will conduct elections by voting machines between the hours of 12:00 noon and 9:00 p.m. in the Middle School North Gym C, Door #35, to fill the below mentioned vacancies on the Board of Education.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, Residents unable to vote because of military service as defined under the Commissioner’s Emergency Regulation Part 122, and by reason of such military service, is absent from the school district in which he or she is qualified to vote on the day of registration or election; or a spouse, parent, child or dependent of a voter as described above, accompanying or being with such voter, if a qualified voter of the State of New York and a resident of the District; may request applications for military ballots. Applications may be requested from the District Clerk, Franklin C. Nardone at (585) 293-1800, ext. 2305 or 2330 or by email to mtorcello@cccsd.org.

Applications must be received by the district clerk no later than 25 days (April 23, 2021) prior to the vote on (May 18, 2021). In all cases, the ballots must be returned to the district office no later than 5 p.m. on May 18, 2021. In a request for a military ballot application or ballot, the military voter may indicate his/ her preference for receiving the application or ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail.

AND NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for school purposes, exclusive of public moneys, may be obtained by any taxpayer in the district during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the annual meeting, except Saturday, Sunday, or holidays, at each school building in the district between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, All prospective voters must provide one proof of residency. Proof may include, but is not limited to, a driver’s license, a non-driver identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Each voter will also be required to sign his or her name.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, That petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District not later than April 19, 2021, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at the Churchville-Chili Administration Office, 139 Fairbanks Rd., Churchville, New York.

By the order of the Board of Education of Churchville-Chili Central School District, Monroe County, New York

The following vacancies (commencing July 1, 2021) are to be filled on the Board of Education: Term of 3 years – last incumbent

JONATHAN V. PAYNE

Term of 3 years – last incumbent

DR. CHERYL REPASS

Term of 3 years – last incumbent

LEON TUCKER

Each petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the School District, shall be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the district, or two percent of the voters who voted in the previous elections, whichever is greater, shall state the residence of each signer, and shall state the residence of each candidate. The number of signers required for the 2021 election is 25 voters. Voting shall be on a candidates-at-large basis in accordance with the resolution duly adopted at the Annual Meeting of the school district held on June 9, 1971.

AND NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That the Budget Hearing and Information Meeting of the Churchville-Chili Central School District, Monroe County, New York, will be held in the Administrative Board Room at 139 Fairbanks Road in said district on May 4, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the Board of Education.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, That the same time and place as said elections on May 18, 2021, the following propositions will be submitted and voted upon by voting machines: PROPOSITION NO. 1 Shall the Budget for the 2021-2022 School Year be adopted?

PROPOSITION NO. 2 Shall the following resolution be adopted to wit: RESOLVED that the Board of Education of the ChurchvilleChili Central School District is hereby authorized to undertake the acquisition of five 66-passenger school buses at an estimated aggregate maximum cost of $645,000 and one 36passenger wheelchair-accessible school buses at an estimated aggregate maximum cost of $155,000, all at an estimated maximum aggregate cost of $800,000, less trade-in value, if any, and that such costs, or so much thereof as may be necessary, shall be raised by the levy of a tax to be collected in annual installments; and, in anticipation of such tax, debt obligations of the School District as may be necessary not to exceed such estimated maximum aggregate cost shall be issued, or the School District may enter into an installment purchase contract if the Board of Education determines that it is in the best interest of the School District to finance the purchase in that method.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, To place upon the ballot such other further legal propositions as may be properly authorized by the Board of Education.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, Residents unable to vote because of disabilities, illness, travel or other reasons listed as valid under election law, may request applications for absentee ballots thirty days (April 19, 2021) before the annual meeting on May 18, 2021. Applications may be requested from the District Clerk, Franklin C. Nardone at 293-1800, ext. 2305 or 2330 or in person at the District Office, 139 Fairbanks Rd. Applications must be received by the district at least seven (7) days before the vote if the resident wishes to receive the ballot by mail.

Residents who wish to pick up their absentee ballot in person may apply through May 17, 2021. In all cases, the ballot must be returned to the district office no later than 5 p.m. on May 18, 2021. A list of those receiving absentee ballots will be available at the District Clerk’s office at 139 Fairbanks Road between the hours of 8-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and available at the polling site on May 18, 2021.

Dated: March 9, 2021/Churchville, New York

FRANKLIN C. NARDONE, CPA DISTRICT CLERK

Legal Notice Town of Kendall Planning Board Notice is hereby given that the Town of Kendall’s Planning Board regular scheduled meeting for Tuesday, May 25, 2021 is canceled. The rescheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. at the Kendall Town Hall, 1873 Kendall Road.

By Order of Patty Pfister Chair, Town Planning Board

Legal Notice (Revised) Town of Sweden NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the provisions of Town Law, and the Town of Sweden Land Use Development and Subdivision Regulations, a public hearing will be held by the Planning Board at the Sweden Courtroom, 18 State Street, Brockport, New York, on Monday, May 24, 2021, commencing at 7 p.m. to consider the following: Application of Sodoma Gordon Farms, LLC, 269 Gordon Road, Brockport, New York, for approval of the Sodoma Gordon Road Subdivision, located at 269 Gordon Road, Brockport, New York.

Applicant is proposing to subdivide ±20.24 acres, including the existing house, barns, and structures from the ±95.35 acre-parcel. No new development is proposed. The property is owned by Robert D. Sodoma, tax account number: 070.03-2-3.21.

Also, application of Hope Lutheran Church, 1301 Vintage Lane, Rochester, New York, for approval of the Hope Lutheran Church Subdivision, located at 6601/6605 Fourth Section Road, Brockport, New York. Applicant is proposing to subdivide the property into two lots, Lot 1, ±1.01 acres, including the existing parsonage, and Lot 2, ±4.29 acres, including the existing church. No new development is proposed. The property is owned by Hope Lutheran Church, tax account number: 083.021-14./A, 083.02-1-14./B. Also, application of Darrell and Laura Bentley, 5605 BrockportSpencerport Road, Brockport, New York, for resubdivision and amended site plan approval of the Bentley Bros. Inc. Subdivision, located at 5605 Brockport-Spencerport Road, Brockport, New York. Applicants are proposing to combine 5605, 5625, and 5635 Brockport Spencerport Road into one property, and amend the site by installing an exit-only driveway, loading area, and display area. The properties are owned by Bentley Bros. Inc., tax account numbers: 084.02-1-38, 084.02-1-36, 084.02-1-35 Please register with the Planning Board Clerk via email at phyllisb@townofsweden.org or by phone at 585-637-8684 prior to the meeting date if you wish to attend the public hearing. Proper social distancing will need to be put in place to accommodate all persons interested in attending. Masks are required.

Maps and information are on file in the Town of Sweden offices and may be inspected during regular business hours.

TOWN OF SWEDEN Craig McAllister Planning Board Chairman

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Legal Notice of Annual Meeting, Budget Vote And Election Spencerport Central School District NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Budget Hearing and Information Meeting (Presentation of Proposed Budget) will be held in person at the Spencerport Administration Building, Room 15 and via a Zoom meeting at 6:30 p.m. EDST on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Information regarding virtual attendance will be posted on the District’s website at www.spencerportschools.org.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that the annual meeting of the qualified voters of the Spencerport Central School District, budget vote and election will be held on Tuesday May 18, 2021 from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. EDST at the Spencerport Administration Building, 71 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport, NY to vote upon the following items: 1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 2021-22 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation of property of the District.

2. To elect two (2) members of the Board of Education for two 3-year terms (commencing July 1, 2021) to succeed Mr. Kevin Hutton and Mr. Michael Miceli.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that a list of persons to whom absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection upon request on the day of the election and on each of the 5 days preceding. Any qualified voter may object to the voting of the ballot upon appropriate grounds for making his/her challenge and the reasons therefore known to the Inspector of Election before the close of the polls.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN, that the qualified voters of the School District shall be entitled to vote at said annual vote and election. A qualified voter is one who is: (1) a citizen of the United States of America, (2) eighteen years of age or older, and (3) a resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days next preceding the annual vote and election.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that copies of the proposed budget for the 2021-2022 school year may be obtained by any resident in the district during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the School Budget Vote on the district website www.spencerportschools.org. If you are unable to access the statement from the District website, please contact the District Clerk.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that nominating petitions for candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the School District not later than Monday, April 19, 2021 by 5:00 p.m. (EDST). Each petition for nomination must be directed to the District Clerk; alternatively, candidates can complete and submit forms (available on the District’s website) via email to the District Clerk, mclapper@ spencerportschools.org. The petition must state the name and address of the candidate, and must be signed by at least twentyfive (25) voters or 2% of the number of voters from the 2019 election, whichever is greater. The number of petitions necessary for 2021-2022 is twenty-five (25). Required signatures are computed in accordance with the resolution duly adopted at the Annual Meeting of the school district held on June 10, 1969.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that military voters or a spouse, parent, child or dependent of a voter as described above, accompanying or being with such voter who are qualified voters of the School District may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application from the District Clerk at 585-349-5101 or mclapper@spencerportschools.org as soon as possible, as military ballots must be transmitted by the District by April 23, 2021. The District Clerk must then receive the military voter’s military ballot by mail or in person not later than 5:00 p.m. on May 18, 2021. In a request for a military ballot application or ballot, the military voter may indicate his/her preference for receiving the application or ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail.

PROPOSITION # 1 BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE SPENCERPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO EXPEND $87,434,885 AS THE SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR AND TO LEVY THE NECESSARY TAXES THEREFORE PROPOSITION # 2 FACILITIES VEHICLE PURCHASE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE SPENCERPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT IS HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO PURCHASE ONE (1) PASSENGER LIFT TRUCK AT AN AGGREGATE MAXIMUM COST NOT TO EXCEED $131,500, LESS ANY TRADE IN VALUE, WITH SUCH SUM OR SO MUCH THEREOF AS MAY BE NECESSARY TO BE PAID FROM AN EXPENDITURE FROM THE DISTRICT’S EXISTING CAPITAL RESERVE FUND (KNOWN AS THE “2017 BUS AND MOTOR VEHICLE RESERVE FUND”), ESTABLISHED BY THE VOTERS OF THE DISTRICT ON MAY 16, 2017; AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION SHALL BE AUTHORIZED TO ENTER INTO ONE OR MORE PURCHASE CONTRACTS ON TERMS SATISFACTORY TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION, WITH RESPECT TO THE VEHICLE HEREBY AUTHORIZED TO BE ACQUIRED.

Marcela Clapper School District Clerk Dated at Spencerport, New York April 13, 2021

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Brockport Symphony Orchestra presents “A Celebration of Latin American Music” The Brockport Symphony Orchestra will present its virtual spring concert, “A Celebration of Latin American Music,” on Sunday, May 23, at 7 p.m. The link to view the concert will be posted on the orchestra’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/BrockportSymphony) and website (www.brockportsymphony.org) one hour prior to the time of the concert. The virtual concert is free, and donations for the Brockport Food Shelf and the orchestra will be gratefully accepted online. Directed by Jonathan Allentoff, this concert will feature all new performances with guitar soloist Dr. Sungmin Shin.

A graduate of the Eastman School of Music and the University of Southern California and alumnus of the Aspen Music Festival and School, Dr. Shin serves on the faculty at The University at Buffalo, Rochester Institute of Technology, and Guitar Workshop Plus. He is the director of the Penfield Guitar School and performs with the internationally acclaimed guitar ensemble Tantalus Quartet and the Rochester-based contemporary quintet fivebyfive.

The program includes introductory remarks by Brockport Mayor Margay Blackman, and the orchestra is dedicating the concert in loving memory of Director Emeritus, Dr. William Hullfish.

This project is made possible with support from the Village of Brockport and funds from the Decentralization

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Dr. Sungmin Shin. Provided photo.

Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts. For additional information, please visit www.brockportsymphony.org.

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Ann Mitchell presents Fabulous Females tribute show Spencerport resident Ann Mitchell will perform the tuneful hits of the forties and fifties in Fabulous Females on Saturday, June 19, 7 p.m., at the Cabaret at Studio B, 28b West Bank Street, Albion. Tickets are $15 and are available for sale online at www.cabaretatstudiob.com or by phone

585-354-2320 where more information is also available.

Seating is limited and all NYS guidelines will be met.

The performance offers a chance to “Come on a My House” and hum along with the songs of top fabulous female artists from Your Hit Parade! Ann Mitchell, with pianist Tom Cometa, will deliver a lively, reminiscent performance featuring best loved hits from Patti Page, Rosemary Clooney, Doris Day, and more.

Mitchell is well known for her smooth, yet lively, jazz vocal style. She specializes in the rich vocals of the timeless classics that span the Jazz era from the 1930s through 1950 with energy Ann Mitchell. Provided photo. and heart. Her musical passion has been influenced by the many memorable women vocalists such as Peggy Lee, June Christy, Rosemary Clooney, Jo Stafford, and many more.

Mitchell has performed at countless festivals, concerts, special events, and more, including the KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival, JAZZ 90.1 Live Concert Series, The New York State Fair, Good Day Rochester, The Little Theatre, and more.

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Monroe County Sheriff’s Office honored with Friend of Education Award The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, represented by Sheriff Todd Baxter, has been selected as the recipient of the 2021 Friend of Education Award by the School Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS). This award is given to an individual, group, or organization that has consistently contributed to the support and advancement of outstanding public education and the students of New York State.

The Monroe County Sheriff ’s Office has implemented numerous programs designed to better serve the community, including participating in the DARE program in 17 different school districts, Teen Police Academy, Sheriff ’s Summer Camp, Fatality Awareness and Crash Training program for high school students, the Cadet/Explorer program for ninth grade students, Operation Safe Child ID card program, and supplying crime prevention and school resources officers to several school districts. Wheatland-Chili CSD Secondary School Principal Eric Windover said, “Members of the Sheriff ’s Office will often check-in to say ‘hello’ and work hard to be a visible presence within our school community.

Deputies greet our students with a smile and are available to answer the impromptu questions that always seem to arise. Our local deputies take the time to show that they are invested in our schools and I know that I speak for my colleagues in stating that their presence and positive involvement is appreciated.”

Northside School Principal Erin Moretter commented, “Northside School has been a partner with the MCSO

through the DARE Program for well over twenty years.

We have enjoyed the friendship of Deputy Donald Green and Sergeant Matthew Bottone over the past years. Their enthusiasm for working with our students to help them develop positive, healthy lifelong habits is remarkable. Our students’ school experience has been enhanced through these connections and I can share that our fifth-grade students look forward to DARE each week.”

Monroe 1 BOCES Director of Safety and Security James Colt said, “The Monroe County Sheriff ’s Office has become a part of our community. Even beyond the school resource officer program, the Monroe County Sheriff ’s Office has been a highly valued partner with Monroe 1 BOCES. They have always been very responsive to calls for service, and willing to work with the schools to make and support decisions that are the best interests of students. We are very thankful for the services of the Monroe County Sheriff ’s Office.”

SAANYS represents nearly 8,000 school administrators, supervisors, and coordinators. As a professional association, SAANYS is committed to providing direction, service, and support to the membership in their efforts to improve the quality of education and leadership in New York State schools. SAANYS is affiliated with the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).

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Orleans County 4-H Robotics team members Jacob Draper, 17, Zach Neal, 16, Jayden Neal, 18, and Jacob Foote, 17, work on adjustments to their robot in advance of participating remotely in the 2021 FIRST Robotics competition. Provided photo.

Orleans 4-H Robotics Team thrives in remote competition “It was frustrating at first, but the kids thrived when they got together, adapted, and made the best out of one of the better robots we have ever built,” says Jody Neal, a mentor and coach of the Orleans County 4-H Robotics Team “Hardwired,” regarding the 2021 FIRST Robotics Competition, held remotely.

Neal explains that the Orleans team of 10 to 12 youth is much smaller than many teams they compete against, which can have 100 members. “It gave the kids a boost to see the robot they built compete,” he says and adds the Orleans Hardwired team feels they did well and likely would have been in the top section at in-person finals based on their performance.

Club members typically work for weeks developing a robot they take in-person to the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Finger Lakes Regional Competition at RIT. Neal says the team was at RIT in mid-March of 2020 when the competition shut down as the first COVID lockdowns and restrictions were put in place.

The RIT competition typically draws 50 teams from around the world, and with complicated and varied Covid regulations around the country this year, the FIRST organization made the decision to offer remote opportunities for competing in 2021. “2021 Infinite Recharge II” included a Games Design Challenge, an Innovations Challenge, and a Skills Challenge, which utilized the robot made during the 2020 season.

Neal says the Innovations Challenge, “had nothing to do with the robot. The teams had to market an idea to judges.” The Orleans County Hardwired team came up with a tool to help people utilize Zoom who live in places like assisted living facilities and often face challenges using the video and audio conferencing platform.

Orleans team members Jacob Foote and Zach Neal worked on the Game Design challenge. Foote, who is currently enrolled at GCC and a junior at Albion high school, explains, “each team could design the outlines of a competition for the robots. The theme of the competition we made was centered around medieval fantasy. During the design process of our game, we bounced ideas for

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Team members only needed to make a few adjustments and programming changes to get their robot ready for the remote 2021 competition. The robot was built in 2020, but the FIRST competition at RIT was shut down when COVID hit in March of last year. Provided photo.

obstacles and challenges in the game. We also had to consider the different experience levels for different teams so the game wasn’t too easy or challenging.”

Team member Jayden Neal of Albion, a homeschooled high school senior who also takes courses at GCC through their STEM program, worked on the Skills Challenge portion of the event. He says the challenge consisted of five separate challenges. “The top three scores in these challenges were counted. We entered four of the challenges, the HyperDrive Challenge, AutoNav Challenge, Power Port Challenge, and the Interstellar Accuracy Challenge. For the HyperDrive Challenge, our driver had to manually navigate four courses. For the AutoNav Challenge, our robot had to autonomously navigate three of those courses.

In the Power Port Challenge, our robot had to shoot as many balls at a target as we could in one minute. For the Interstellar Accuracy Challenge, we had five minutes to shoot from several specific locations on the field with a limited amount of balls.”

Jayden says the challenges were recorded on video and submitted online. Orleans team members ended up with good scores on some of the challenges, he explains.

The experience provided an opportunity for Jayden and the team to be mentored and guided on programming skills. “We used our robot from last year, and we did not make too many changes,” he explains. “We did switch out the front and back wheels to a different style to allow smoother turning. On the programming side – my job – I wrote some code that would allow us to list a bunch of points on a grid that the robot would then follow, then created those paths for the AutoNav Challenge, it wasn’t the fastest, but it did work.”

Team members did not have to spend much time on adjustments for the shooting challenges, Jayden notes. Last year, a vision system was added to the Orleans robot that allowed it to line up with the target as well as estimate the distance and set the speed accordingly. “Just doing a minor tweak to the shooter to optimize it for the further distances we would be shooting at in the accuracy challenge, and a recalibration of distance to rpm portion of the code, allowed us to do alright in those challenges,” he says.

Overall, the team did well. “We ended up placing 8th in our group for the skills challenges,” Jayden says. “Our team is typically right in the middle of the pack at competitions, so we were pretty happy with that.”

Jayden has also been working to analyze unofficial statistics for this year’s competition. “Out of a little over 1,400 teams, we would be in 338th place on Team 3015’s global leaderboard,” he says. Our scores would also put us in 14th place out of the 45 teams from New York State that chose to compete. Although I wish I could have seen how this robot would have performed at a normal competition, these challenges were fun and did give us a way to compete against other teams.”

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