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Adults with Disabilities Volunteer Days

Thur, April 13 ∙ 10 a.m. ∙ Carman

Join librarian, Ms. Edina, for a chance to volunteer at the library. We will be working on different projects to help the staff.

One Night Ou t

Thur, April 13 ∙ 6:30 p.m. ∙ Carman

Take a night off and join us for an evening of relaxation and fun.

Mocktails. Grab a beverage and enjoy some casual conversation. This month we will play 1990’s-themed Trivia!

Let’s Talk About Sustainability

Sat, April 15 ∙ 11:30 a.m. ∙ Lobby

In celebration of Earth Day, visit the Liverpool Public Library lobby to learn about how individuals can help create a more sustainable world.

Screening of “The Letter: A Message to Our Earth ”

Sat, April 15 ∙ 2 p.m. ∙ Carman

Join us for a screening of “The Letter”, a documentary. The film focuses on a small group of people from around the world who have an encounter with Pope Francis that gives them new hope for confronting the planetary climate crisis.

Women’s Voices Series: Jess Nova k

Sun, April 16 ∙ 2 p.m. ∙ Carman

“Jess Novak is Central NY’s bluesrock wonder woman,” according to TheNewsHouse. This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council l From page 1 on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by CNY Arts.

Creative Writing Worksho p

Mon, April 17 ∙ 6 p.m. ∙ Collaborate@

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This safe space is for anyone and everyone regardless of experience, from people who have never written anything all the way to published authors. We will work on three sections: reading, writing, and sourcing. This event is for patrons 18+.

What’s Cookin ’

Mon, April 17 ∙ 7 p.m. ∙ Studio@LP L

This month we will create dishes featuring recipes where the main ingredients are bread and cheese. Registration required

Volunteer Days: Let’s Clean U p

Tues, April 18 ∙ 1:30 p.m. ∙ Lobby

Join us in celebrating the earth by helping clean up the library garden, and around Johnson Park of debris that is revealed as the snow melts. Gloves and bags will be provided.

Money Smart with SECNY and OC C

Tues, April 18 ∙ 6 p.m. ∙ Carman ∙ 16 +

Are you beginning to explore the different ways to pay for college or navigating the FAFSA forms? Does it seem like the path to what comes next should be clearer? SECNY FCU and OCC are here to help. We can assist you with specific questions regarding how to consider paying for college, costs of living, and what some of the different options for a posthigh-school life could look like all while sharing advice and best practices.

Kits are available and contain a box, Peeps, and miscellaneous decorating supplies. Families are encouraged to create a scene together using the kit, along with any supplies from home.

Bring the diorama to the library with a title and description of the scene and it will be displayed in the Children’s Area during the month of April.

To pick up a kit, stop by the library or set up a Curbside Pickup appointment by calling us at 315-454-4524.

Visit the Events Calendar at salinalibrary.org to register online or call 315-4544524 for more information.

Judith A. morrissey, 87

Mother, grandmother

Judith Ann Fitzpatrick Morrissey, age 87, died peacefully at home on March 21, 2023, surrounded by her large and loving family. Judy lived in Skaneateles for 64 years and was known throughout the community for her incredible warmth, unique sense of humor and unmatched bridge-playing skills. As the mother of 10 and grandmother to 20, Judy kept a packed schedule of sporting events, dance recitals and school functions for more than 50 years. She always made time for her friends and loved to play tennis and golf when she could squeeze it in.

Judy was born on Aug. 20, 1935 in Westbury, N.Y., where she was raised, and later moved with her family to Pittsford, VT, where she graduated from high school.

Joan A. Schultz, 83

Wife, mother, grandmother

Joan Ann (Radziseski) Schultz, 83, died March 20, 2023. She has reunited with her late husband and the love of her life, Albert Schultz, and her late parents, Joseph and Bernice Radziseski.

Born on Feb. 27, 1940, Joan was a part of Sacred Heart’s first graduating class. After graduating, she married Albert and raised two children.

Wanting to have a career as a telephone operator, she instead co-owned and operated Jam’s Outlet with her husband. Later, she worked at Burlington Coat Factory where she made many wonderful friendships.

She enjoyed sewing outfits for her grandkids, singing in the kitchen, drinking Chillable Red wine with her daughter and granddaughter, gardening and caring for her beloved plants and making sure local wildlife had enough to eat.

Joan will be remembered for her wit, sharp wisdom, strength and the quiet force that she carried through this world.

Joan is survived by her daughter, Deborah (Schultz) Dearborn; her son, Albert Schultz; her granddaughter, Al -

Death Notices

Julia C. LaSalle, 86, of Liverpool, passed away March 17, 2023. Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, Baldwinsville, has arrangements.

Patricia L. Bramer, 81, of Liverpool, passed away March 17, 2023. Fergerson Funeral Home, North Syracuse, has arrangements.

Obituaries

She earned her RN from Jeanne Mance School of Nursing in Burlington, Vermont – a degree she put to good use raising her children, working at Camp Columbus for children and adults with developmental disabilities and acting as a private duty nurse for families within the community.

Judy often reminisced about her wonderful childhood summers spent on Bear Pond in Maine, and as an adult she loved visiting family on Lake Champlain. Judy’s heart and home were always open to family, friends, and neighbors. Her dinner table was never too crowded for one more. Judy was an active member of St. Mary’s of the Lake Church in Skaneateles for decades and volunteered for Meals on Wheels and the Skaneateles Historical Society.

Judy is survived by her children Kevin (Joni), Patti (Dan), Michael (Renee), Jean, Jerry (Kathleen), Steve (Lisa), Tom (Sarah),

Mary, Jim (Courtney), and Karen (Scott); her brother Jim Fitzpatrick (Susan); and her grandchildren Madelaine (Connor), Emily, Ellie (Eduardo), Amanda, Kevin, Karianne, Brian, Bauer, Cooper, Colin, Tommy, Kathryn, Sean, Keating, Casey, Phoebe, Easton, Leo, Lola and Olivia.

She is predeceased by her former husband, Gerald D. Morrissey, her parents Jerome and Helen (Grady) Fitzpatrick, and five siblings.

Calling hours for Judy will be held on Thursday, April 20, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 21, at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church, Skaneateles, followed by a private burial and a reception for friends and family.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Judy’s name to the Skaneateles

Larry A. Gillespie, 78

Vietnam veteran yssa Dearborn; her grandson, Austin Dearborn; her daughter-in-law, Dennise Dearborn; her sister and brotherin-law Joyce (Radziseski) and Dave Alf; and a companion cat, Henry.

Larry A. Gillespie 78, of Wood Battle Road, died peacefully on Dec. 26, 2022, at his home. Born on May 8, 1944, in Phoenix, N.Y., to the late Hubert & Ada (Clark) Gillespie, he was a 1962 graduate and athlete of Baldwinsville High School. He went on to take the wrestling championship for the county, pinning his opponent in 11 seconds.

He served proudly in the U.S. Army from 1967-1968 in Danang, Vietnam, with honors of merit.

Library or the Skaneateles Ecumenical Food Pantry.

To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

She also leaves behind many other family members and friends who loved and cared about her.

A special thank you would like to be made to Crouse Hospital for allowing her to feel comforted and loved in her final moments.

Contributions to the family are appreciated.

Trisha S. Evans, 43, of North Syracuse, passed away March 19, 2023. Fergerson Funeral Home, North Syracuse, has arrangements.

Kevin L. Hendrix, 57, of Central Square, passed away March 22, 2023. Fergerson Funeral Home, North Syracuse, has arrangements.

He was a heavy equipment operator for 33 years with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 545 and was a 50-year member of the Lowville, N.Y. Elks Lodge No. 1605. He was part owner along with his brother Don in establishing “The Montague Inn” from 1972 until the late 1970s, also serving as Town Justice of Montague, N.Y., for several terms.

Larry enjoyed entertaining family and friends, had a love for animals and always took in stray dogs, making them his beloved pets. He was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Copenhagen, N.Y., where there will be a funeral mass held in the spring on Friday, April 28, 2023, at 11 a.m. Per his wishes, there will be no calling hours. Burial will be held after the mass in Saint Peter and Paul’s Cemetery.

Christopher J. Twomey, 33, of Jordan, passed away March 14, 2023. The Bush Funeral Home of Elbridge has charge of arrangements.

Shirley H. Drummond, 92, of Jordan, passed away March 16, 2023. The Bush Funeral Home of Elbridge has charge of the arrangements.

Larry is survived by his three sisters, Linda (Bob) Meyer, Cynthia (Tom) Yerdon, and Susan (Bob) Bertollini, and several nieces, nephews and God children.

He was predeceased by two brothers, Donald and Stephen Gillespie, and his old dog Timmy. Donations in his memory can be made to St. Mary’s Church, 9790 State Route 12, Copenhagen, NY 13626. Arrangements are with the Lundy Funeral Home and Cremation Service Inc. located at 500 State Street Carthage, NY 13619. To leave a message of sympathy please sign the guest book please go to lundyfuneralhome.com

Alexander A. Rahalski, 64, of Clay, passed away March 19, 2023. Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, Baldwinsville, has arrangements.

Vincent S. Graziano, 90, of Liverpool, passed away March 22, 2023. Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, Baldwinsville, has arrangements.

Poison prevention

According to poisonhelp.hrsa.gov, in 1961, Congress established National Poison Prevention Week to raise awareness, reduce unintentional poisonings, and promote poison prevention.

The website goes on to say that this effort is sponsored by the National Poison Prevention Week Council. Each year, the council holds a children’s artwork contest to raise awareness about poisons. Additionally, poison centers across the country conduct activities to raise awareness of the dangers of poisoning.

While this week is officially acknowledged as the third week in March, it is an issue that is not limited to just a week and is well worth being aware of year round.

President Joe Biden shared some statistics in his proclamation in March.

Biden said each year, more than 2 million poisoning cases are reported in the United States — some of which are tragically fatal, but many of which are preventable.

While we have made great strides in the decades since National Poison Prevention Week was first observed 60 years ago — including a decline in unintentional poisoning — poisoning remains a risk, especially for children and older Americans. During National Poison Prevention Week, we raise awareness about the dangers posed by poisonous substances, precautions people can take to prevent an incident, and how to respond in a poison emergency, Biden said.

His proclamation said each year, an average of 31 children die from unintended poisonings at home, and an estimated 75,000 children under the age of five end up in hospital emergency departments from poisoning. Approximately 85 percent of unintentional poisonings take place in the home where medicines and harmful chemicals are stored.

The president said to help prevent children from unintentionally ingesting poisonous household products, it is important to keep these products out of their sight and beyond their reach.

Items such as hand sanitizer, laundry detergent, medications, coin cell batteries, cleaning products, and liquid nicotine should be stored in child-resistant packaging.

Medications should be safely secured, and if unused, properly discarded. For elderly Americans it is important that household products are secured in their original packaging and that medications are clearly labeled to avoid accidental ingestion or the mistaking of medications, Biden said.

The disposal of prescription and other medications is an area that can of particular concern.

While it is recommended that medications be taken until finished unless otherwise advised by a medical professional, it is not uncommon for medications to be leftover and it is difficult to know what to do with these as they should not simply be thrown out of washed down the drain.

In some communities police stations or other location have drop boxes that allow for medications and other substances to be dropped off anonymously.

In some instances pharmacies like Kinney Drugs have established disposal locations.

Coinciding with prevention week, Kinney announced it will offer kiosks to dispose of unneeded medications, including leftover and expired medications.

The kiosks accept prescription and over-the-counter medications for both humans and pets, including controlled substances.

The kiosks are not for disposal of sharps/needles (including EpiPens), medical/biohazardous waste, regular or hazardous household trash, or personal care products.

The president went on to say healthcare professionals work around the clock addressing poisonings and he said that if anyone suspects a poisoning to call the Poison Control Help line at 800-222-1222.

For more information, go to poisonhelp. hrsa.gov.

Biden said raising awareness if crucial to saving lives and these resources can help people learn more about what they can do to keep themselves and others safe.

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