Forever Young February 2020

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The Dating Game Romantic meals, dating do’s, and great escapes Ultimate breakfast in bed | Raven’s Buffalo legacy | Stained glass bus tour

Burning Feet?

Electric Shocks?

Pain & Numbness?

Pins & Needles?

Creepy Crawlies?

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The perfect omelet

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Get things cooking

Home & Garden 6

Stained glass treasures

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News

Gardening Events..................................... Carol Ann Harlos

Food 7

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22 Phone Buddies Wanted........................................ Compeer

Genealogy

Ultimate Breakfast in Bed......................................Syrie Roman

23 History Lessons.............................. Carol DiPirro-Stipkovits

Arts

Getaways

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24 Explore Buffalo: Stained Glass................ Olivia McCarthy

February Theater..............................................Donna Hoke

10 Raven's Buffalo Legacy.................................Rick Falkowski

Features: Sharing Love

Being Well 26 Gallbladder Health..................................... Catherine Stack

16 Dating Now ......................................................Judith A. Rucki 18 Food Dates.........................................................Diana Ballon 20 Celebration Destinations........................... Jennifer Merrick

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From the Editor

Last month, our feature articles focused on genealogy. From DNA/ genetic tests like ancestry.com to library research, people are interested discovering and learming more about where they've come from.

We've received great feedback on those stories, and I'm pleased to announce that we have a brand new (to Forever Young) writer who will regularly contribute articles on genealogy. Carol DiPirro-Stipkovits is president of the Niagara County Genealogical Society and writes often and passionately about the topic. We look forward to learning more about the art and science of exploring our roots.

If you look to the right of this letter, you'll see our February calendar.

It starts with ongoing events, and goes on to include club meetings, educational events, fundraisers, and more. If you'd like your event listed in our calendar, email me with the information, including name of event, description, locations/ address, day and time, and contact

information. We love sharing local events with our readers. Please let me know if there are any changes or updates to existing listings. I hope you will make connections through these offerings and the information contained in this magazine. Speaking of which, I've included in the "News" section information on volunteering for Compeer. It's a wonderful way to connect and care for our community.

Subscribe to Forever Young for just $12/year!

Call 716-972-2238 or fill out and mail in the subscription form on page 12.

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FOREVER YOUNG FEBRUARY CALENDAR Ongoing

Erie County STAY FIT DINING PROGRAM offers a hot noon meal at 45 locations in Erie County. Menus and site list at erie.gov/stayfit or 858-7639.

Gowanda HEALTH COMMUNITY ALLIANCE Activities open to the public age 50+, (no residency requirements), Concord Senior Center, 1 School Street, Gowanda; for schedule visit communityalliance.org; 532-1010, or beemana@hcanetwork.org Niagara Falls SENIOR COMPANION/FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM Looking for seniors who enjoy working with their peers or children. Volunteers receive a tax-free stipend, transportation assistance, and supplemental insurance coverage while volunteering. If you are 55+, have a minimum of 15 hours per week to give, and want to make a difference, contact Nora Aloian (SCP) at 285-8224 ext. 217or Jennifer Britton (FGP) at 285-8224 ext. 228 Williamsville MEDICARE EDUCATION PROGRAM offers complimentary services through the WNY Medicare Resource Center. Appointments encouraged, 833-0252

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Niagara Falls NIAGARA FALLS SINGLES SOCIAL CLUB, An active 50+ crowd, Game Night 1st Saturday of each month,Wheatfield; contact for location or for more info 550-1232

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Buffalo MEDITATION, 2:30 p.m., El Buen Amigo, 114 Elmwood Ave. Free every Sunday. Meditation unites with creative arts and pain management.

Practitioner Sondra Holland welcomes people of all ages. Wear comfortable clothes. For information, Sondra: 9475092; store: 885-6343

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Tonawanda TONAWANDA TOPS CLUB #50 Weekly meetings on Mondays, weigh-in 6 p.m./meeting starts at 6:25 p.m., Zion United Church Koenig & Parker Tonawanda; 912-6875

3, 10, 17, 24

Hamburg GENTLE CHAIR YOGA Quiet the mind and improve strength, mobility, and balance. No prior yoga experience necessary. Light refreshments. FREE and open to the public. Reservations required, call 649-1205. Mondays, 1–2 p.m. at St. Francis Park, 5229 South Park Ave.

4+

Farnham T.O.P.S. CLUB weekly meetings held Tuesdays at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 10633 Church St., starting at 9 a.m. Call 934-9619.

4+

Tonawanda T.O.P.S. CLUB, weekly meetings on Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Parish, Claremont Avenue. For information, call 693-5161

4+

Kenmore UKULELE SING

ALONG Ukuleles provided during class.

All levels welcome beginner- experienced.

Tuesdays 8 p.m. Church of the Advent, 54 Delaware Rd., Kenmore $5 suggested donation. 481-5735

4+ Buffalo TAI CHI FOR BETTER

BALANCE 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday, Tosh Collins Senior Center, 35 Cazenovia St. $3 For more information, contact monicazucco@gmail.com.

4+ Buffalo GENTLE YOGA, 11:15

a.m. Tuesdays at Tosh Collins Senior Center, 35 Cazenovia St. $3 Bring a yoga mat. Info: 828-1093

4+, 6+

Tonawanda UKULELE SING ALONG Ukuleles provided during class. All levels welcome.Tuesdays 5:30 p.m. and Thursdays 1:30 p.m.

Brighton Place Library 999 Eggert Rd. Call to register 332-4375, $5 suggested donation

5, 19 West Falls MEMORY CAFE A 6+ gathering place for friends with Alzhiemer's and their caretakers. 10-11:30 a.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month, with free refreshment and concerts11:30 a.m.-–1 p.m. West Falls Center for the Arts, Center, 1863 Davis Rd., info: westfallsartcenter. org or 570-6520

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Amherst FREE RESPITE CARE PROGRAM, 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Trinity Old Lutheran Church 3445 Sheridan Drive. First Wednesday of the month, for those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or any form of dementia.

A morning snack and nutritious lunch are provided. Info: 836-4868

5+ Boston HATHAYOGA Wednesdays

at 7 pm. Gentle and meditative. Bring your own mat. Faith United Church of Christ, 8651 Boston State Road. For more info call church office 716-941-3529

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Holland FREE RESPITE CARE First Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. for those caring for loved ones with any form of dementia. Lunch included.

Presented by Holland Methodist Church, 11699 Partridge Rd.; 388-3150

Akron T.O.P.S. CLUB Every Thursday, 5:30–6:45p.m. at the Akron/Newstead Senior Center, 5691 Cummings Rd. We offer tools, programs, support, fellowship and recognition for healthy living and weight management.

For information call Diane 542-4980

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Tonawanda LAUGHTER YOGA Come as you are, just bring your laughter!

Thursdays 11 a.m. Brighton Place Library, 999 Eggert Rd., Tonawanda. FREE

6+ Cheektowaga T.O.P.S. MEETING,

Thursdays at 9 a.m., St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 900 Maryvale Dr. (corner of Union Road). Come for the love, support and friendship. For information, call Karen at 247-2334

6, 20, 27

Southtowns NEW HORIZONS MUSIC Calling all musicians interested in music. New Horizons Music meets in the daytime and is for people 50+. For info, email Janet Stout at 354janet@gmail.com and visit newhorizonsmusic.org. Next practices: Thursday, Feb. 6 at the Hamburg Senior Center at 11 a.m., 4540 Southwestern Blvd, Hamburg; and Feb. 20 and 27

4+, 6+

Orchard Park ZUMBA Day and evening classes, Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Thursdays at 11 a.m. $30 for an 8-week session. Orchard Park Senior Center, 70 Linwood Ave., Ph: 662-6452.

4, 18 Buffalo HEADWAY

SUPPORT GROUPS, 2635 Delaware Ave. For individuals who have sustained brain injuries, their families, and caregivers; exchange information and resources, and find mutual support and encouragement. Peer Support (Suite B), first and third Tuesday, 6:30–8 p.m.; Caregivers Support (Suite B), first Tuesday, 6:30–8 p.m. Info: 408-3100 or headwayofwny.org

5+ Orchard Park TAI CHI

Classes are Wednesdays at 1 pm. 8-week session costs $30. Orchard Park Senior Center, 70 Linwood Ave., Ph: 662-6452.

5 Williamsville WOMEN’S

LYMPHEDEMA SUPPORT GROUP 5:45 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month. Sheridan Surgical room, 4510 Bailey Ave., Williamsville. Call 908-4149

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FOREVER YOUNG FEBRUARY CALENDAR at The Guitar Factory at 11 a.m., 5455 Webster Rd., Orchard Park

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East Aurora WINGS OF DESIRE

By Wim Wenders: two angels glide through the streets of Berlin, observing the bustling population, providing invisible rays of hope to the distressed but never interacting with them. When one falls in love with lonely trapeze artist, he longs to experience life in the physical world, to take human form. 4 pm.

Roycroft Film Society, Roycroft Power House, 39 S. Grove St., East Aurora; roycroftcampuscorp.com. $6 members, $8 non-members

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Hamburg ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP for males at Wesleyan Church, 4999 McKinley Pkwy. 2nd Tues. 626-0600, alz. org/wnyc

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Orchard Park ALIENATED GRANDPARENTS ANONYMOUS, INC., meetings 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of month, 4295 S. Buffalo St.

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Depew BREAST CANCER NETWORK OF WNY Monthly meeting second Tuesday, 6 p.m., Bella

Moglie Bldg., 3297 Walden Ave. Call 7060060 or visit bcnwny.org. Professional support group will be held at 8 p.m.

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Williamsville MCGUIRE GROUP MEMORY CARE SUPPORT GROUPS: General Support Group is second Wednesday, 3 p.m. at Harris Hill Nursing Facility, 2699 Wehrle Dr., Williamsville; Daughters’ Support Group, 5 p.m.

Coordinated with the Alzheimer’s Association, with caregiving tips and coping mechanisms. Info: 632-3700 or mcguiregroup.com

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Niagara Falls NIAGARA FALLS SINGLES SOCIAL CLUB, An active 50+ crowd, Meet & Greet, 2nd Friday of each month, 6 to 8 pm at Tim Hortons, 8500 Niagara Falls Blvd., NF. Call for more info 550-1232.

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Buffalo LGBTQ MEMORY LOSS CAREGIVERS PROGRAM: The Pride Center of WNY offers the LGBTQ Memory Loss Caregivers Program providing support and education for people providing care for a person with Alzheimer’s Disease and

other dementias. Third Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m., Pride Center, 200 South Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, 8527743 or pridecenterwny.org

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Niagara Falls NIAGARA FALLS SINGLES SOCIAL CLUB, An active 50+ crowd. Dances are the 3rd Friday of each month, 7 to 11 pm at Buffalo Social Club 2565 Young St., Niagara Falls. Monthly activites include Picnics, restaurants and parties. 50-50 raffles, and door

MONDAYS

Sloan CLOGGING LESSONS

by Kickin’ Rhythm Cloggers, 6:30 p.m. @ St. Andrew’s Parish Hall, 111 Crocker St., Bldg. 1. (585) 457-4455.

Cheektowaga BUFFALO STAMP CLUB BUFPEX, WNY's largest and oldest stamp event celebrates the 75th anniversary of the flag raising at Iwo Jima, plus exhibits, USPS table. sales. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Leonard Post VFW, 2450 Walden Ave. Free. Contact George Gates at 633-8358 or gghg53@aol.com

Amherst & 4th Wednesdays @ VFW Post in Village of Williamsville. 7:00 p.m. Info: Geraldine, 877-0222 or amherstvictoriandance.org

THURSDAYS

Buffalo HUSTLE FOR HEALTH URBAN LINE DANCING with Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St, Buffalo. 12pm - 1pm. FREE for ages 55+ Call 832-1010 ext. 4

Kenmore JACKIE’S THURSDAY NIGHT DANCES @ Brounshidle Post, 3354 Delaware Ave. Lessons: 7 p.m. Open dancing: 8 p.m. 691-8654.

Kenmore JACKIE’S DANCE Two lessons, 7–9 p.m. dance. Call 407-914-5251 for details.

Buffalo HUSTLE FOR HEALTH URBAN LINE DANCING at East Community High School 820 Northampton St, Buffalo. 11:30am - 12:30pm. FREE for all ages. Free Lunch. Www.HustleforHealth.com

Buffalo LINDY FIX 8–10 p.m. @ Polish Cadets Hall, 927 Grant St. lindyfix.com, swingbuffalo.com.

WEDNESDAYS

N. Ton. DANCING WITH DOTTIE AND FRIENDS country-style line lessons, 7:30 p.m. @ Pendleton Center Meth. Church, 6864 Campbell Blvd. 625-8306.

Buffalo HUSTLE FOR HEALTH URBAN LINE DANCING with Phyllis Caver at Gloria Parks: 3242 Main St, Buffalo. 11am- 12pm. FREE for ages 55+ Call 716 832 1010 Amherst AMHERST VICTORIAN DANCE SOCIETY Authentic music, dress and dance of Queen Victoria's time. New members and guests welcomed! 1st Wednesdays @ Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village in www.foreveryoungwny.com | February 2020

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DANCE CALENDAR

TUESDAYS

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prizes. FaceBook: SINGLES SOCIAL CLUB or call for more info 550-1232

SATURDAYS

ONGOING

WNY BELLYDANCE CLASSES 560-1891, nadiaibrahim.com.

WNY BALLROOM SOCIAL DANCE, Argentine tango and belly dance instruction with Carol Allen; N. Collins and Amherst. 337-3092 or callen8801@aol.com.

West Seneca BALLROOM DANCE classes @ 1761 Orchard Park Rd., 771-3110, ballroomiliana.com.

WNY DANCE W/ ERIN BAHN 997-7190 ARGENTINE TANGO IN BUFFALO Dancing & Classes. traviswidricktango.com.

Contact Travis @ 517-7047

CROSSWORD 20. *Popular stadium snack

45. Not seeing eye to eye

22. Nile reptile

49. Tiny Tim's guitar

24. Clergy house

51. To the lowest degree, pl.

25. *Halftime show sponsor

54. Relating to axis

26. "Encore!"

56. Theater to Socrates

27. *What halftime performer does

57. Leafy green

29. 43 Across residents

58. Similar

31. "That hurts!"

59. *Hall of Famers Ed or Andre

32. Measure of alcohol

60. Neuter

33. Jagged, as a leaf's edge

61. Division word

34. *Halftime performer

62. ____ agreement

36. Highway hauler

63. BÈbÈ's mother

38. Boxer's last blow

64. *Super Bowl owner

42. House coat

66. Wharton degree

THEME: SUPER BOWL ACROSS 1. Wheel stopper

53. Colloquial approval

6. "Stinging" Muhammad

55. Opposite of paleo

9. Greek portico 13. She turned to stone, mythology

57. *Tonowanda ____, shortest-lived team in NFL history

14. Loud noise

60. *Hard Rock ____

15. *Like many football fans

64. In the buff

16. At full speed

65. Rapscallion

17. VHS successor 18. Omit

67. It's common?

68. What time does

19. *Miami ____

69. Lawyers' league

21. *They won their first two Super Bowl appearances

70. Load carrier 71. Extend credit

23. Time division

72. Nonclerical

24. Do like phoenix

73. Roommate annoyance

25. "Swan Lake" steps 28. It often follows tooth or back

DOWN

30. What oars do

1. Angler's enemy

35. Part of a jousting outfit

2. Type of cotton fiber

37. Dickens!

3. Sound of pride

39. Donkey in Mexico

4. Do like a good citizen

40. Glazier's unit

5. Family subdivisions

41. *Like Bud at a party

6. Contributes

43. Farm structure

7. *54

44. Fraternal letter

8. Lemur from Madagascar

46. Miso bean

9. The only one

47. Make wet

10. *Ronde to Tiki or Maurkice to Mike

48. Unmoved

11. *Gambling ____

50. Agitate

12. Pirate's "yes"

52. Tasseled hat

15. Echo

The solution for this month’s puzzle can be found on page 28.

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HOME & GARDEN

Enhance Your Garden Knowledge and Have Fun

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he more I learn, the more I become aware of my own ignorance on any topic, especially gardening. This spring, Cornell Cooperative Extension offers several opportunities for gardeners to learn more. Master Gardeners of Erie County will hold Education Day 2020 on Saturday March 14 at Classics V Banquet and Conference Center, 2425 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Amherst. Tickets for the public go on sale February first and cost $60, that includes three sessions by Joseph Tyconievich and Joseph Han, as well as a buffet luncheon. This event sells out quickly, so don’t wait!

CAROL ANN HARLOS

nursery in Michigan. He has also appeared on NPR’s Splendid Table and is the author of Plant Breeding for the Home, The Complete Guide to Gardeners, and Rock Gardens. If you read American Gardener you may have read a tongue-in-cheek article by Tyconievich where he has gardeners secretly plant bulbs in friends’ gardens. Hilarious! His presentations will focus on rock garden styling and hardy plants.

Joseph Tyconievich will be the keynote speaker. Organic Gardening magazine named Tyconievich one of the six young horticulturists who are helping change how we garden. “I’d place Joseph at the forefront of public speaking in horticulture in America today,” says Panayoti Kelaidis, Senior Curator, Denver Botanic Gardens.

Tyconievich is a writer and plant breeder with a passionate love of green things. He studied horticulture, plant breeding, and genetics at Ohio State. He was nursery manager at Arrowhead Alpines, a rock garden

Rock Gardening: Reimagining a Classic Style Inspired by the tiny plants and dramatic, rocky landscapes found on mountain tops, rock gardening uses a range of unusual, small plants in combination with beautiful stones to create miniaturized landscapes.

This approach to gardening is waterwise, perfect for containers, small gardens, and for gardeners interested in exploring a whole new group of beautiful plants. In this talk, Tyconievich shares beautiful images of rock gardens to get you inspired,

the basic principles of creating rock gardens, and an introduction to some of the most beautiful and easy to grow rock garden plants to get you started.

Great, Non-wimpy Plants You Don’t Already Grow If you are looking for something new and exciting to grow in the garden but don’t want prissy drama queens, this talk is for you!

Tyconievich introduces some of his favorite unusual plants that are rock solid, dependable performers, along with ideas for how to search out other great plants you’ll love to grow.

The second speaker is Snyder’s Joseph Han, the founder of The English Gardener. He has been creating gardens since his childhood and “enjoys sharing unique, some might say crazy, designs with clients.”

Joseph attended Eartham College and is a Certified Nursery & Landscape Professional. Han is famous in WNY for designing beautiful outdoor living spaces for his clients. Many of

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JosephThonievich Photo by Carmille Bales-Arcelo

his designs are on Open Gardens and Garden Walks.

Han’s presentation Floriferous Gardening highlights some of the best practices to promote a dramatic sequence of blooms throughout the garden season, as well as across multiple seasons. Plant selections are exploding. How do you choose which plants to grow? Han also discusses plant management during the growing season. He looks forward to sharing his thoughts from twentyfive years of professional gardening.

The second opportunity is Communities in Bloom. This include three talks by local Master Gardeners, each talk lasting about one and a half hours. Topics include “Backyard Beekeeping,” “Gardening Through the Seasons,” and “The Care of Trees and Shrubs.” The same program is offered on two Saturdays, so you can take your pick: February 8 at Unity Church, 1243 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo or February 29 at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 21 South Grove Street, East Aurora.

Bring your own lunch. The cost is $30.

Register for classes and events online at erie.cce.cornell.edu or call Jolie at 652-5400 ext: 176. FY What wonderful opportunities to learn and to meet like-minded people!

Thank you so much for your emails: caharlos@verizon.net.

FOOD

Romantic Breakfast in Bed

BY SYRIE ROMAN

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e like breakfast foods anywhere, anytime, but, sometimes, breakfast in bed is just so much better. It’s a great way to show your loved ones you care. Plus, you get to enjoy delicious treats in your cozy bed right beside them! We love any excuse to stay in pajamas a little longer, especially during cold winter days. But, may I add, breakfast food in bed should not be limited to morning hours. I vote for breakfast in bed all day long!

You gotta break some eggs We chatted with Chef Ed Forster and asked him to share his recipe for the decadent perfect omelet he serves at his new restaurant, Waxlight Bar a Vin. “The recipe is pretty simple and straightforward. It’s all technique, heat moderation, seasoning, and quality ingredients,” Forester says. “At the restaurant, we blend together three eggs and one extra yolk.”

Perfect French omelet

By Chef Ed Forster, Waxlight Bar a Vin 27 Chandler Street, Buffalo Ingredients 3 whole eggs + 1 additional yolk 1 teaspoon butter ¼ teaspoon salt 7-inch nonstick pan small heatproof spatula

Gently heat the pan, around medium low on a home stove, for approximately two minutes. A good way to test if your pan is hot enough is to get your hand close to the bottom of it (without fully touching it). It should feel warm, not hot.

Add approximately one teaspoon of unsalted butter and allow it to both melt and evaporate a bit of the water off. While this is happening, season your eggs with salt. Turn the heat to medium high and add the eggs.

The trick here is to shake the pan with one hand while using the spatula to stir the eggs with the other, both hands working to create soft, creamy curds. The timing is the most difficult part and may take some practice before achieving the perfect results, but anyone can do this! Keep a careful eye on the eggs, you should pull them off the heat just before they are set but not when they’re too runny.

The eggs should have fluidity when you shake the pan, meaning the eggs move in a wave motion. At this point, Chef Ed recommends pulling the eggs off the heat. Set the pan down and get your plate and garnishes ready. That way, the eggs have a little time to rest off the heat. If you like, you can put the pan back on the heat for an additional ten seconds—no shaking, no moving—just to set up the outer shell.

Now, onto the plating. Fold two edges into the middle. Shake the pan so they roll together, then, holding the skillet handle in your left hand at a slight angle, tilt the pan away from you and gently begin coaxing your omelet into a roll. Once you’ve made your first roll, add a pat of butter to the skillet to help loosen it up the rest of the way. While you’re rolling, go for about one-inch intervals, as opposed to a tight cigar-style roll.

Once the omelet is rolled and all the way at the other end of the pan, tip the pan over onto the center of a plate, using your spatula to help you get the omelet to sit

seam side down. Time to garnish!

At Waxlight, they rub on a bit of house made cultured butter and coarse salt. In addition, you can garnish it with parmesan, chives, crème fraiche, or, even better, grated truffles, uni butter, or caviar.

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Ariel Brucato shared her Honey Oat Cold Brew recipe with us and we’re in love. All you’ll need is cold brew coffee, your preferred oat milk, honey, and warm water. Mix equal parts cold brew and oat milk (about four ounces), add a quarter ounce of honey diluted in hot water (not too much water), shake it or stir it in a glass, and serve over ice.

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By Ariel Brucato, Remedy House 429 Rhode Island Street, Buffalo Ingredients Equalparts—about 4 ounces each—cold brew and oat milk (try Elmhurst) ¼ oz honey (try Howland's honey from Ithaca) diluted with a dash of warm water To make cold brew in filtron system: 1.5 liters (about 6 cups) of cold water plus 340 grams (12 ounces) coarse ground coffee Brew in paper or cloth bag filter for 12 to 24 hours depending on desired strength. Decant and dilute before serving with equal parts water. FY Syrie Roman owns and operates Social Maven (socialmavenbuffalo. com) and writes about food and beverages for Forever Young and Buffalo Spree.

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February Theater

BY DONNA HOKE Lily Jones stars as Miss Nelson with students Sabrina Kahwaty, Mike Benoit, Dan Torres and Christine Seshie. Photo by Christy Francia

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t’s a month for the return of many old favorites—Glorious! at O’Connell and Company, Jesus Christ Superstar at Shea’s, Cookin’ At the Cookery at MusicalFare, Mousetrap at Lancaster Opera House, and another Nunsense show at the Smith. There are new offerings as well (but wait until March for a full slate!), even at Theatre of Youth, where the company takes on Miss Nelson Is Missing, based on the classic children’s book and starring Lily Jones as Miss Nelson.

“This production is about a teacher having to deal with a classroom full of seriously unruly kids,” laughs Jones. “She doesn’t want to change her kind and loving personality, but finally takes drastic measures to scare the kids straight. This play helps children understand that they are accountable for their behavior and that they must show respect to their peers as well as the adults in their lives. It does this in a really fun, creative way, though, as the show is filled with sweet musical 8

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Jones didn’t read the Miss Nelson books as a kid, but did the minute she was cast, falling in love with both the story and engaging illustrations, as well as the way Miss Nelson handles a bad situation without compromising who she is. “I was a high-energy kid, and I’m sure I had teachers struggle to keep me in check,” says Jones. “It’s hard to balance making sure children feel heard with the fact that, for their own benefit and safety, they need to be obedient, unselfish, and respectful. Miss Nelson’s creativity is what finally shakes the kids out of their routine and teaches them the lessons they desperately need to learn.”

As a teacher herself, Jones not only relates to the story but finds something sweet and sentimental about being able to portray a teacher on stage. “I work with mostly high school kids, though, which poses a different set of challenges from third graders,” she notes, adding, “All ages of kids are in the process of discovering their identities and their place in this world, and the responsibility of helping them along on that journey is one I don’t take lightly, and Miss Nelson doesn’t either!”

Without giving away too much of the story, suffice it to say that Jones will be presented with an acting challenge that requires a real shift of gears, but she’s up for it: “Miss Nelson is forced to work in extremes to regain control of her class!” FY Playwright Donna Hoke writes about theater for Buffalo Spree and Forever Young.

OPENINGS February 5 Cookin’ at the Cookery A buoyant celebration of the life of blues singer Alberta Hunter features such memorable songs as “Sweet Georgia Brown,” “When the Saints Go Marching In,” and “My Handy Man Ain’t Handy Anymore,” among many others. Pianist George Caldwell leads an onstage musical quartet in the first WNY production of this show since its soldout 2002 run at Studio Arena. (musicalfare.com, 839-8540) February 6 Glorious!

In 1940s New York, the performer who everyone wanted to see live was Florence Foster Jenkins, an enthusiastic soprano whose pitch was far from perfect. But this delusional and joyously happy woman paid little attention to her critics and was surrounded by devoted friends almost as eccentric as she was. (oconnellandcompany.com, 848-0800) What I Thought I Knew Alice, an infertile Jewish woman in her forties, discovers she is pregnant. Based upon true events and the book hailed by Oprah as “darkly hilarious…an unexpected bundle of joy,” this onewoman show is told with the intimacy of a diary and the suspense of a thriller. (jewishrepertorytheatre.com, 281-0092) February 11 Jesus Christ Superstar The iconic musical phenomenon celebrates its fiftieth anniversary with a mesmerizing new production. Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas. The legendary score includes “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” and “Superstar.”

Through February 16 at Shea’s (sheas.org, 847-1410)

CLOSINGS

Nunsense A-Men It’s the original Nunsense show, except all the characters are played by men! When the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover their cook has accidentally poisoned fifty-two of the nuns, they are in dire need of funds for their burial. The sisters decide that the best way to raise the money is to put on a variety show. (oconnellandcompany.com, 848-0800) February 8 Factory for Murderers In this world premiere, Jack the Ripper is terrorizing London, and one detective discovers a truth better kept unknown forever. The 2018 Winner of the Maxim Mazumdar New Play Competition. (alleyway.com, 852-2600) February 9 Jump Jump is about flickering lights, vapes that fall from the sky, old homes, and a young woman who finds solace on a bridge. (aaccbuffalo.org, 884-2013) The Antipodes Once upon a time, a group of writers gathered around a conference table in pursuit of the perfect untold tale: a story so epic, so truthful that it could change the world. (roadlesstraveledproductions.org, 629-3069) Miss Nelson Is Missing Uncontrollable students send the nice, gentle, long-suffering Miss Nelson over the edge. But the kids are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson is suddenly missing and is replaced by scary Miss Viola Swamp! Based on the popular children’s book. (theatreofyouth.org, 884-4400) The Mousetrap A group of strangers is stranded in a boarding house during a snowstorm—and one of them is a murderer. (lancopera.org, 683-1776)

February 2 Bridges of Madison County Based on the best-selling novel, this breathtakingly beautiful musical asks, “What if...?” (kavinokytheatre.com, 881-7668) February 2020 | www.foreveryoungwny.com 9

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Raven

The 1960s Buffalo sound

BY RICK FALKOWSKI

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he most successful band from Buffalo during the 1960s was Raven. They released an album on Columbia Records, performed at top national venues, received international acclaim, and each group member individually achieved success in the music industry.

Raven was the merger of two popular Buffalo bands, Stan & the Ravens and The Rising Sons. Stan & the Ravens was led by legendary Buffalo keyboardist Stan Szelest, who, in 1960 at seventeen, became a member of the Toronto-based group Ronnie Hawkins and the Hawks.

That band included Levon Helm, Rick Danko, and Robbie Robertson,

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who later became members of The Band, Bob Dylan’s back-up band. In 1962, Szelest returned to Buffalo and formed Stan & the Ravens, which included numerous future Buffalo Music Hall of Fame members. The band is best remembered for longterm engagements at Lu Lu Bells at Humboldt and Best Street and at The Hideaway on East Delevan.

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Raven 1960s promotional photo Photo courtesy Tony Galla

The Rising Sons were led by vocalist Tony Galla, who began singing with his parents in a group that appeared on The Original Amateur Hour with Ted Mack. The Rising Sons performed at area record hops and, with the assistance of WKBW DJ Joey Reynolds, recorded the single “In Love” which charted nationally and was one of the last singles released on Swan Records.

In 1967, Stan & the Ravens included Stan Szelest (keyboards/vocals), Ernie Corallo (guitar), Tom Calandra (bass), and Gary Mallaber, who replaced Sandy Konikoff (drums). The Rising Sons included Tony Galla (vocals/ bass), John Weitz (guitar), Jim Claire (keyboards/sax), and Fred Mayer (drums). Stan & the Ravens had just recorded “The Farmer’s Daughter” and “Howlin’ for my Darling” in NYC, produced by Dave Lucas. Since Stan periodically left the group to perform with the Hawks and other artists, it was suggested Galla and Calire join the group. Stan objected, resulting in Calandra and Mallaber joining the Rising Sons.

The new group recorded “There’s Nothing Going for Us” and “I’m Feeling Down” at Calandra’s Poultry Street recording studio. They began playing dates as The Rising Sons at Buffalo clubs like The Hideaway, Mug, Gilligan’s, Royal Arms, and Alliotta’s.

While performing at the original Inferno in Glen Park, the owner discovered Weitz was not yet eighteen years old (then the legal drinking age) so he had to perform in his car, parked outside the club. Weitz had a monitor speaker to hear the band and a 200-foot-long guitar chord to connect to his amplifier onstage. During a job at The Ivanhoe on Forest, he had to play in the basement, connecting to his amp on the stage above him.

Finally, on May 1, 1967, Weitz turned eighteen, and could perform onstage for all their gigs.

With the assistance and persistence of their manager, Marty Angelo, they were booked into Steve Paul’s Scene in New York City. Upon arriving in NYC, they discovered there was another band called the Rising Sons, so they changed their name to Raven, a direct tribute to their mentor Stan Szelest.

At Steve Paul’s Scene, the band garnered the attention of other musical artists. Jimi Hendrix jammed with the band and, with his partner engineer Eddie Kramer, wanted to produce Raven for Electric Ladyland Productions. Janis Joplin tried to convince Jimmy Calire to join her group, but Calire introduced her to Richard Kermode from Niagara Falls, who became her keyboardist.

After Raven opened for one of Led

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Raven backstage at 1993 reunion concert, along with Buffalo musician Sandy Konikoff Left to right: John Weitz, Tom Calandra, Jim Calire, Konikoff, Gary Mallaber and Tony Galla Photo courtesy Tony Galla

Zeppelin’s first US dates at the Boston Tea Party, Jimmy Page was quoted as saying, “Raven’s John Weitz is one of the best guitar players in the world.”

In the book The Longest Cocktail Party, George Harrison is quoted as saying, “The Raven is one of the best American bands I’ve ever heard.” He sent Peter Asher to sign the band to Apple Records, but Raven signed a five-album contract with Columbia Records. Their debut album sold about 100,000 copies; they performed at major US venues and toured England. They performed at the Woodstock Sound Festival in July 1968 but declined an offer to play at The Woodstock Music Festival in August 1969. Raven returned for a homecoming concert at Kleinhans on March 6, 1970 but broke up shortly afterward. Their second album, which was recorded for Columbia, was not released, and their contract was cancelled. However, Raven did selfrelease the album Live at the Inferno.

All the members of the band Raven were individually successful in the music industry after the group disbanded. Tony Galla moved to California and recorded blues, big band, gospel, and Italian music

albums, touring to support the releases. He also acted in movies and in television shows. Galla performed at numerous celebrity weddings/events and continues to be an in-demand vocalist in the LA area.

John Weitz recorded a jazz fusion album with the JR Weitz band, which was produced by Billy Cobham. After moving to California, he worked in audio engineering and digital electronic design, receiving patents for digital audio devices.

Tommy Calandra remained in Buffalo, where he formed BCMK Recording Studio on Hobmoor Street.

There, he recorded many Buffalo-area

original bands and released several on BCMK Records. He wrote “We’re Gonna Win that Cup” recorded by Donna McDaniel for the Buffalo Sabres 1975 Stanley Cup quest and various radio jingles including “Danny Moves Your Fanny in the Morning” for Danny Neaverth.

Jim Calire became a member of the band America, and his son Mario is the drummer for The Wallflowers, the band led by Bob Dylan’s son Jacob.

Gary Mallaber is one of the most sought-after session drummers in rock music, recording with Bruce Springsteen, Van Morrison, Eddie Money, Bob Seger and numerous

other artists. He was a member of the Steve Miller Band for over ten years, recording on eleven of the band’s albums and seven hit singles. Gary has more than seventy gold and platinum albums to his credit and recorded or toured with three different groups that have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland.

Stan Szelest became a formal member of The Band and passed away in 1991 while recording a new album at their Woodstock studio.

Sandy Konikoff toured with Bob Dylan and Joe Cocker. Ernie Corallo was a member of Paul Williams Band, receiving a platinum album for The Muppet Movie soundtrack. Manager Marty Angelo was the producer of the television show Disco Step-by-Step and author of ten books including Once Life Matters, A New Beginning.

The band and each member of the group has been inducted into the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame. Raven played its last reunion date with all original members (Calandra passed away in 1998 and Weitz in 2012) at the Tralf in 1993. The members sometimes return to Buffalo for special performances, so watch for dates by Galla, Mallaber, and Calire later this year.

Rick Falkowski gives presentations on Buffalo music and history and is the author of History of Buffalo Music & Entertainment and Profiles Volume 1: Historic & Influential People from Buffalo & WNY–the 1800s.

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s dating easier or more difficult now than it once was? There were rules back in the day. Guys initiated the date, paid for it, and were admonished to treat their dates properly and not put a dent in the family car.

Young ladies were instructed to behave appropriately, not order the most expensive thing on the menu, and keep both feet planted firmly on the floor at all times.

Now, it seems, all bets are off.

It doesn’t matter who does the inviting, the check is up for grabs, dates can mean anything from coffee to rock climbing, and one date does not necessarily lead to another.

Despite the more relaxed conditions, not everyone is convinced senior dating is worthwhile. Some seniors say they think about dating but end up not bothering. Others say they have higher priorities or find it too 16

difficult to date at their age.

For those who are game, mature daters tend to make better decisions about whom they are dating and have better quality dates than when they were younger. The absence of a biological clock ticking can make women, in particular, more discerning.

At this stage, you can take control of your love life just like you do the rest of your life. Looking after your own wants and needs is important, and you don’t have to settle for someone you know isn’t right for you.

Dating do’s There are no guarantees that a

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date will go well, but here are some tips to get things moving in the right direction.

Safety. You’ve heard it before, but if you are meeting someone for the first time, go to a busy public place.

Arrange your own transportation, and tell a friend where you are going, with whom, and when you will return.

Attire. Dress accordingly. While fine dining calls for more dressing up than an afternoon of horseback riding, neat, pressed, appropriate clothing shows you are making an effort.

Adventure. While a romantic candlelit dinner sounds nice, something that formal could be stressful early in a relationship. The idea is to have fun. Be open to trying something different. You may discover you enjoy a food or an activity you’ve never considered before.

Culture. Go to the zoo, an art gallery, or a museum. An afternoon of browsing in an indie bookstore followed by lattes could lead to more in-depth conversations.

Ballgames. Not into cultural activities? Bond over a sporting event or an outdoor activity you both enjoy.

FEATURE Attitude. A positive and open attitude goes a long way to ensure a successful date. You may not wind up with your soulmate, but a good perspective beats sulky and distracted anytime.

Conversation. Some people create a “cheat sheet” with topics for discussion. Sharing common experiences is fun, but make sure they are positive. Find something more engaging than mutual grousing about former cheating spouses.

Topics. There are plenty of things to discuss, like work, family, hobbies, travel experiences, and activities you enjoy. Subjects like politics and religion are best avoided, at least in the beginning, for obvious reasons.

Share. You both should have the opportunity to talk about yourselves in a meaningful way.

That means neither one should dominate the conversation. Don’t reveal any deep, dark secrets early on. Just let your charming, positive self shine through.

Dutch? Who pays for the date can still be controversial. It’s no longer a hard and fast rule that the man picks up the tab, and it may depend on who did the inviting.

Go ahead and ask if it’s not clear.

Honesty. Maybe you’ve been happily dating someone, but you don’t know where things are headed. While some folks are satisfied with a relationship that is undefined and exciting, others may be looking for a commitment. Be honest about what you want. FY Judith A. Rucki is a public relations consultant and freelance writer.

Dating d n’ts Sex on a first date wasn’t a great idea in your twenties and still isn’t today. Becoming sexually involved too soon may result in the relationship fizzling, if there was no real basis for a relationship beyond sex.

If you spend the entire date talking about your ex, chances are you really aren’t over him or her. Maybe it’s too soon to be dating someone else.

Pretending to be someone you’re not is a lot of work. And, eventually, the real you will surface. Be yourself!

Talking about myriad problems and what is negative in your life won’t keep anyone’s attention for long. Do you really want a list of someone’s recent surgeries and current medications?

Being emotionally needy is unattractive, not to mention draining. Keep your neediness in check.

Not everyone “clicks.” He might not call back. She might not care to go on another date.

Don’t keep calling or texting if your date doesn’t show interest in seeing you again.

If you pick long enough, you can find something negative about anyone. Concentrate on what you like about your date before listing of all of their flaws.

Don’t add someone on a social network before you know them. If you post activities and statuses on places like Facebook, remember that your date could be judging you before getting to know the real you.

Don’t keep checking your phone. You have a real, live person to talk to!

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A random senior survey, between age 65 and 75, were asked how much they were spending on their Medicare Insurance plans. There was an alarming trend revealing seniors tend to pay a higher premium at first thinking they are receiving “better coverage,” but later in life, between age 73-75, seniors look for lower costs plans because they spent more of their savings and retirement income than expected. Coincidentally, “pinching pennies” at the same moment in life they begin experiencing their first major catastrophic event and need the “better coverage” most! (ie heart attack, hip surgery or cancer.)

Hundreds of seniors, just like you, have been dependent on making uneducated decisions and lacking confidence regarding their biggest expense in retirement…healthcare costs! They rely on biased advice from insurance companies, or worse, unqualified recommendations from friends or family. Many companies in WNY now offer Medicare Advantage plans ranging between $0 and $20 monthly premium, with only slightly higher co-pays for doctor or hospital services than plans costing $60 or more per month.

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FEATURE

Get Something Cooking STORY AND PHOTO BY DIANA BALLON

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ooking is experience. Cooking is love. Cooking is friends,” says Bruno Di Sarno, the charismatic cooking instructor at Cucinato Italian Culinary Studio in Toronto, who is teaching us how to make pizza. I love how food brings people together—not just to eat, but to cook, to gather, and to discover the stories and history behind what we consume, and the establishments that make it.

My husband is a former chef, and, over the years, I have certainly benefited from the nurturing aspects of his cooking, and the obvious practical benefits to our family.

Here are a few food experiences in Western New York and Toronto to book for a date night or a special

anniversary—or maybe even to meet someone special while you cook!

Check websites for prices, dates, and availability. Although some food tours are not available until spring, gift certificates make great Valentine’s Day gifts. Cooking classes are available all year round.

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FEATURE speaking to us at a pizza-making class at Cucinato Italian Culinary Studio in Toronto’s Corso Italia neighborhood. Over the course of three hours, we learn to make the dough and stretch it. He tells us about the fermentation process and how to let proof the dough. We add toppings for several different types of pizzas before baking them and sample some along the way.

Cucinato studio is the place to learn all things Italian —from making pasta to pizza, risotto and baked goods like biscotti and others made from gianduja (chocolate hazelnut spread) or Nutella. The studio also hosts popular fourcourse dinner events.

Rochester Flower City Food Tours flowercityfoodtours.com Take a stroll along the Erie Canal through the suburb of Pittsford; meander through the Neighborhood of the Arts, where old abandoned

factories and other buildings have been converted to stylish restaurants and cafés; take a tour along Park Avenue in Rochester’s first suburb; or explore Rochester’s City Center for an uptown-downtown tour of some of the city’s restaurants. All of these are options are part of Flower City Food Tours.

Tours run five days a week and last three hours. Each tour includes seven tastings with beverages included.

East Aurora Delicious East Aurora deliciouseastaurora.com East Aurora isn’t solely the quaint little village where America’s Arts and Crafts movement began over a century ago. It’s also a burgeoning destination for food and craft beer located just twenty minutes from downtown Buffalo.

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You can learn everything from sushi rolling to pasta making, cooking for two, knife fundamentals and Kitchen FUNdamentals—with choices for both the novice and advanced cooks.

Most of these hands-on experiences include a glass of wine.

Part of the beauty of taking classes at The New York Kitchen is that the center also showcases other venues for New York’s agriculture and viticulture industries, with craft beer and wine tastings, a restaurant, cooking demonstrations and other events. FY

Aurora, which runs several tours a month on Friday nights and Saturdays during the day. For a mere $50, you may not be able to finish the seven tastes of the town offered on this tour. It’s an amazing way to have a meal, get a sense of where you might want to return, and learn the history of the cool spots that make up this village.

Tours include a visit to the famous Vidler’s 5 & 10, which is the largest five-and-dime variety story in the world, and just happens to be owned by DeFlyer’s dad. (Before leaving, you’ll get a gift bag of penny candy.) You’re also likely to visit The Aurora Popcorn Shop in the lobby of the 1925 Aurora Theatre, where there is a popcorn tasting bar with innovative flavors like birthday cake.

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Romantic Trips of a Lifetime

BY JENNIFER MERRICK Chayote Lodge, Costa Rica Photo by Jennifer Merrick

A journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it. – John Steinbeck

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or Valentine’s Day this year, we’d like to share some truly special places to celebrate the romance in your life.

Chayote Lodge, Costa Rica With its lush rainforests, Caribbean and Pacific beaches, towering mountains and exotic wildlife, Costa Rica is an exceptionally romantic destination. But Chayote Lodge raises the amorous bar even higher. Off the beaten tourist track, the small resort has twelve bungalows in a cloud forest almost 5,000 feet above sea level. Each spacious accommodation has a private patio with a panoramic view of the central valley, volcanic mountains, and, on a clear day, the ocean.

Perched high above, you can hear the sounds of nature: the high-pitch clattering of the toucans, the buglelike hum of the insects, and even the howling of monkeys and coyotes.

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the forest, and a yoga platform with a built-in water feature beckons those inclined to meditate.

Though you’d be forgiven if you just wanted to stay on the property, activity options encourage guests to experience the authentic culture of the region. A genuine connection to the region was owner Rolando Campos’ dream when he opened the lodge four years ago. “I wanted to show people how beautiful it was here,” says Campos. “But I didn’t want the place or the people who visited to be separate from the community.”

And so, the lodge’s restaurant caters as much to locals as visitors; and activities include learning how to cook Costa Rican comfort food in Elida’s rural home as well as excursions to scenic waterfalls.

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The Safari Lodge at Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa This four-star wilderness accommodation has eleven safari suites, featuring private plunge pools, lounge areas, stocked fridges, and four-poster beds covered with mosquito nets (not necessary because it’s in a malaria-free zone— but definitely romantic). But even the luxe amenities can’t compete with views of impalas and antelope grazing outside.

The rhythm of safari life is seductive as it comes with game drives and wildlife sightings of rhinos, lions, and giraffes, plus sundowners (drinks at sunset) and dinners under the star-filled night skies.

Sparkling Hill Resort, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia Love and health are what we toast to on special occasions, so why not focus on both at Sparkling Hill Resort?

This luxury resort and spa is perched atop a granite bluff overlooking Lake Okanagan. Based on the European model of whole-body wellness, the property’s 40,000 KurSpa has over 100 different combinations of treatments to choose from including Cryo cold chamber, vitamin infusions, acupuncture, and hormone balancing as well as more traditional spa services, such as massages, clay wraps, and facials. The sauna and steam room choices alone range from the classic Finnish sauna and salt steam to an herbal dry sauna, crystal steam, and aqua meditation room.

And the romance? It’s hard to feel anything but amorous when you’re surrounded by an astounding 3.5 million Swarovski crystals throughout the resort or while soaking in the infinity hot tub, gazing at the view of a turquoise glacial lake surrounded by the Monashee Mountains. Stunning views are everywhere in this resort, including from the floor-to-ceiling windows in your room.

Grand Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real, Dominican Republic The Dominican Republic has always been synonymous with powder white beaches, turquoise water, and Caribbean sunshine, but it hasn’t necessarily been known for luxury.

This newly- opened resort in Punta Cana near Playa Bavaro, a UNESCO recognized beach, aims to change this perception with a luxurious experience and unrivalled romantic amenities.

Rose petal bath? Of course. Jacuzzi on the balcony? Book a Reserve Beach Room. Couples massage? Find pampering at the Maia Signature Spa. No need to line up at buffets here, as all the restaurants are a la carte. The eight restaurants (plus access to more at neighboring affiliated resorts) range from Asian fusion to Caribbean, and even a steak house, and each one is part of the all-inclusive package. With every need met, you can focus all your energy on romance.

FEATURE Le Germain, Charlevoix, Quebec Situated on a former farm, the property complements its rural surroundings, providing a serene atmosphere that lends itself to romantic endeavors. Enjoy fresh bread and divine baked goods at La Patisserie, exquisite meals at Les Labours Restaurant, and invigoration of your body and mind at the Spa du Verge. This classic Quebec Nordic spa is a circuit, beginning with eucalyptus steam rooms and taking you through hot and cold outdoor pools.

The charming village of Baie St. Paul, with its independent shops, galleries, and eateries is in easy walking distance of the hotel. And then there’s all the natural beauty of the Charlevoix region itself, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve flanked by mountains and the mighty St. Lawrence River.

Whatever beautiful love story you’re celebrating, we wish you all a Happy Valentine’s Day! FY Jennifer Merrick is an award-winning freelance writer, photographer, and avid traveler based in Toronto.

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f you have ever had a friend or mentor in your life, you know the positive impact just one person can make. Compeer helps to create meaningful friendships throughout Erie County. A non-profit organization serving individuals living with a mental health diagnosis, Compeer, together with community members, demonstrates the healing power of friendship.

You can become a Compeer friend.

Compeer volunteers are positive role models who help raise self-esteem, increase communication skills, build trust, increase a sense of belonging, and encourage independence for their Compeer friend. Friendships take on many forms, either in person or over the phone.

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and provide weekly 15-20 minute telephone support. Apply to be a 1-to-1 friend and provide monthly in-person support. These volunteer roles are matched with an adult or older adult who may be isolated, lonely, and need increased social support. Your friendship demonstrates just how healing the consistent and caring presence of one person can be.

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After completing the application process, choose a friend based on common areas of interest, location, and need of the client.If you would like more information, please contact Director of Volunteer Engagement, Lisa Johnson, at (716) 883-3331 or visit www. compeerbuffalo.org/volunteer to complete an online application today. We can’t wait for you to

experience the healing power of friendship. FY Heidi Billittier is Director of Older Adult Services, Compeer of Greater Buffalo.

GENEOLOGY

CAROL DIPIRRO-STIPKOVITS

Why Do Genealogy?

Estella Giardino Rosso, Antonio Rosso, grandparents of the author, with seven of their children Photo courtesy of Carol DiPirro-Stipkovits

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f you think “genealogy” means spending hours scanning microfiche and trolling dusty library shelves to find a tiny fact about a distant ancestor, you’d be right. But you’d also be completely wrong. Genealogy is more than just compiling a list of names and dates. It’s putting together a jigsaw puzzle, but without the picture on the box top and with some pieces missing.

Genealogy research can show genealogy has filled that gap. I’m Island in 1913 with his brother-inyou where your ancestors came sure I’m not alone in doubting law. They then headed to Western from, how they lived, how their myself now and then. I’ve been New York where they stayed with world affected who they were through enough to write a book family while looking for work. and, eventually, their children, of stories, some good, some not so Taking a chance on a new land is grandchildren and greatgood. But I find that I was braver hard. He didn’t know the language grandchildren, all the way to you. in my younger days than I am now. and had very little money in his Genealogy is about understanding I took chances, made spontaneous pocket. He was brave for leaving, the history of your family. plans, and didn’t think of the but, under the circumstances, Since the beginning of my consequences. staying wasn’t an option. According genealogical journey, I’ve often I write this after fifty-plus years to my research of Southern Italy at been asked the same type of of life, with all my appendages the time, it was a hard life with food question: why does it matter intact, fully employed, with a bit of scarcity due to unfarmable land. where your ancestors originated, money stashed away so I don’t need Jobs were nonexistent; survival was what wars they fought, how they to worry about my next meal. It a struggle. lived, and where their tombstones would be easy to say maturity and But, it was Grandma (Giardino) can be found? What is the point wisdom are the reasons I take fewer Rosso who was completely fearless of spending hours doing endless chances now, but it is, as it always in my eyes. She stayed behind in research? has been, fear: fear of failing, fear of Italy for another eighteen months My answer is simple and maybe looking foolish. on her own waiting (hoping) for cliché: To understand myself, I My Italian grandparents came word from him. Adding to the look to my elders for guidance, to America in the early 1900s. pressure, she was eight months and learning their stories through Grandpa Rosso arrived at Ellis pregnant with their third child

when he left. Eventually, enough money was sent for their passage.

Just before she made the threeday trip by horse and cart from Calabria to Naples, she would bury their oldest daughter, just three years old. Boarding that ship, leaving her family and first-born behind was fearless. Traveling alone for seventeen days with two babies under three years old was fearless.

Starting over in a new country was fearless. Learning about my ancestors has shown me that fear can paralyze, but it can also force you down an amazing new path.

Genealogy can be viewed as lists of names, dates and places, true. But my goal is to know the stories of the people behind the names; their struggles, triumphs, and failures. You can’t get those stories from a list or on the branch of a beautifully framed family tree.

Through persistence, lots of dusty shelves and facts, their stories will be revealed. If we’re lucky, they just might teach us a little about ourselves.

Don’t give up, we’re just getting started! FY Carol DiPirro-Stipkovits is a Board Member and President of the Niagara County Genealogical Society.

She is a National Genealogical Society member, Association of Professional Genealogists member, as well as a guest lecturer and freelance writer. Send questions or comments to her at noellasdaughter@gmail.com

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GETAWAYS

Divine Light Stained glass bus tour

BY OLIVIA MCCARTHY

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tained glass creations have inspired and illuminated the lives of everyday people for centuries. Popularized in Gothic-period cathedrals and revived in the mid-19th century, stained glass windows typically display images of Holy Scripture, admit light into the building, and represent light as a manifestation of God. This month, Explore Buffalo is launching its first stained glass bus tour. On February 22, guests can tour inside First Presbyterian Church, Temple Beth Zion, and the Central Park United Methodist Church.

This tour, led by Megan McElfresh, executive director of The Stained Glass Association of America, features windows by Tiffany Studios, Willet Studios, Mary Tillinghast, and Montague Castle-London Co. February presents the perfect Tiffany, of Tiffany and Co., Louis opportunity to celebrate stained glass C. Tiffany made a name for himself with the birthday of Louis Comfort as a designer and outfitter of home Tiffany (February 18, 1848 - January interiors as well as an innovator in 17, 1933). The son of Charles Lewis the world of art glass.

Temple Beth Zion Stained Glass Window Photo courtesy of Visit Buffalo Niagara

While helpful to learn what made Tiffany windows so extraordinary, it doesn’t take an expert eye to notice the visual differences between traditional stained glass and those produced with opalescent glass.

The colors go beyond primary reds and blues to include vibrant purples, greens, and pinks in milky rich hues. Through a variety of methods (layered glass, 3-D effects, and larger glass pieces) these glass creations come to life in a new way. “By careful selection, Tiffany could use his glass to mimic foliage, fabric, water, or a sunlit horizon.

Tiffany, in a sense, was painting with glass, as opposed to painting on glass.” Take, for example, a piece that will be highlighted on the 24

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tour, New Jerusalem, inside First Presbyterian Church of Buffalo on Symphony Circle. This opalescent style stained glass window from Tiffany Studios features at the top, a dazzling scene of Jerusalem in splendor. The eye, tracing a series of vibrant layers of color, finds lights on a natural scene with forward-pressing trees. The colors have great depth and movement, and the opulent imagery is awe inspiring as it interacts with the light at different times of day.

Tiffany may be one of the most famous names in stained glass, but he was not the last to expand what’s possible with glass.

Designers continued to advance the artistic medium through the

GETAWAYS Glass Association of America for partnering with us in order to bring you closer to the process, the history, and the artistry.

Divine Light: Stained Glass Bus Tour will take place on Saturday, February 22, 1-4p p.m., starting at First Presbyterian Church of Buffalo, One Symphony Circle.

Off-street parking is available next to First Presbyterian, along Pennsylvania Street, and in the lot across from Kleinhans Music Hall, as well as free neighborhood street parking. General admission is $40 and Explorer Pass admission is $35. Please note that this tour is part of Explore Buffalo’s Sacred Spaces Tour Series and proceeds are shared with houses of worship to support maintenance of their historic buildings.

Please visit explorebuffalo.org for more information about this tour and our other winter offerings. FY Olivia McCarthy is deputy director of Explore Buffalo.

Explore Buffalo is a volunteer driven nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Buffalo’s history, architecture, and neighborhoods through quality tours and programming to learners of all ages.

First Presbyterian Church Stained Glass Window Photo courtesy of Explore Buffalo

twentieth century. In contrast to the New Jerusalem piece, Temple Beth Zion’s magnificent stained glass windows, designed by Ben Shahn through Willet Studios in the mid-1960s, are more abstract.

Rather than depicting specific religious or natural imagery, TBZ’s design is dominated by geometric shapes, detailed line work, and various shades of blue. The work is not without meaning, as symbolic images are interspersed throughout, and the overall effect is spiritual and meditative. The sanctuary space awash with blue light creates an experience rather than just an art piece.

Stained glass has the power to inspire religiously, spiritually, and artistically. We hope you’ll join us this month to learn about some

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t is estimated that 700,000 people in the United States have their gallbladders removed (cholecystectomy) each year. But are all of the removals necessary? Could we do anything to prevent this all-too-common surgery? Unfortunately, years after surgery, a large number of people who had their gallbladders removed continue to have symptoms. This does not include those who have had an acute blockage. But, for many, the gastro-intestinal (GI) discomfort or symptoms may have only changed location or consistency.

Millions of individuals suffer from GI discomfort. Many start treating themselves with over-the-counter products such as Rolaids or Tums, as these initially do the trick. But, the real problems like diet and low HCL or stomach acid levels were never addressed beyond placing a temporary band aid on the cause. Discomfort

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Yes, living without your gallbladder is possible, but many of those individuals will still suffer from other GI issues such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), which presents in many ways.

The gallbladder is a small pearshaped, hollow organ that sits tucked up under the liver on the right side of the body. It is a storage reservoir that holds and concentrates bile, which is an enzyme manufactured in the liver. When food enters the small intestine, the gallbladder is signaled to release bile into the common bile duct and be transported to the small intestine to assist with breaking down of food (mostly fatty foods). For those who have lost their gallbladders, the liver can directly secrete bile into the small intestine via the common bile duct, however, it is far less potent or concentrated. If the diet has not been addressed before this time, this individual will soon suffer the all too common complications of IBS (constipation and/or diarrhea), abdominal discomfort, and GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).

These sufferers are rightly discouraged and feel that they are once again back to square one.

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must have your gallbladder removed.

Stones become problematic if they are too numerous, large, or actually block the bile duct, leading to a very acute, painful situation that results in the removal of the gallbladder, which is a good decision in that case. Unfortunately, many lose their gallbladders for vague symptoms and results such as being “sluggish,” which can be easily remedied without a surgical procedure.

If you suffer from gallbladder pain and want some helpful advice to stay out of the operating room, I suggest the following practices.

If you are in pain, avoid eating for twelve to twenty-four hours. Drink warm water with at least half of fresh lemon squeezed into it every four hours. Herbal teas such as peppermint and turmeric help to stimulate digestive juices, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain. You won’t starve to death, and there are very few people who wouldn’t benefit from fasting when it comes to digestive discomfort.

Once you begin to feel better, you may eat again. Cooked or steamed vegetables are better tolerated and easier to digest in a fragile state. Avoid bread, pasta, donuts, muffins, and bagels, which will contribute to a sluggish digestive system and cause pain.

Healthy fats are very helpful in preventing gallstone formation, whereas unhealthy fats are contributory. Healthy fats include avocado, fish, coconut oil, olive oil,

nuts, and seeds. These help prevent the formation of gallstones and keep bile pathways flowing. Unhealthy fats, such as fried foods, fatty meats, fake fats (margarine, artificial whipped cream, or creamers) and high fat dairy can add fuel to the fire when it comes to gallbladder issues.

Digestive enzymes can be preventative for those with digestive discomfort by taking some of the workload off of you. Digestive enzymes, when taken prior to eating, rapidly break down foods, helping to improve and expedite the transit process through your system. Digestive enzymes also help reduce some of the food sensitivities that plague so many individuals. Powdered magnesium, such as Natural Calm, taken before bed will help ease digestive discomfort and provide better sleep as an added bonus.

For those without a gallbladder, not to worry. All of the above suggestions work for you, as well. FY Catherine (Cathi) Stack is owner, facilitator and Doctor of Naturopathy at Journey II Health, LLC in Niagara Falls.

She specializes in colon health and bioidentical hormone replacement and is also a practicing staff midwife at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Her books, Free Yourself from a CONSTIPATED Life and PUSH, Labor & Delivery from the Inside Out are available on amazon.com. Visit cathistack.com for more info.

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