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poem of the week

Submitted by a local reader as part of our annual Pen-A-Poem contest. Share your thoughts at gvpennysaver.com/hometown

Light of Winter

By Shawn Palermo

Winter comes creeping while I am asleep; Crystals of snow beginning to leap. ey dance in the moonlight like gi s from above Painting the fields and the woods and the land that I love.

In the morning I rise and the beauty I see Fills me with hope at this land will stay free.

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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

NOTICE FOR BIDS

Sealed bids will be received as set forth in instructions to bidders until 10:30 A.M. on ursday, December 18, 2025 at the NYSDOT, Office of Contract Management, 50 Wolf Rd, 1st Floor, Suite 1CM, Albany, NY 12232 and will be publicly opened and read. Bids may also be submitted via the internet using www.bidx.com.

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e New York State Department of Transportation, in accordance with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation and Title 23 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200, Title IV Program and Related Statutes, as amended, issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all who respond to a written Department solicitation, request for proposal or invitation for bid that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability/handicap and income status in consideration for an award. Please call (518) 457-2124 if a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the letting.

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COOKIE WALK Vendor Fair

Batavia First United Methodist Church 8221 Lewiston Road, Batavia NY 14020

Sat., December 13

10am-2pm

Shop small. Shop homemade. Shop local. A bakery and shopping experience all at one location with seasonal music to put you in the holiday spirit!

Cookie and Baked Good Sales - Visit our holiday bakery! We will have all homemade cookies, loaves or candy. Cookies are sold by the pound. Event benefits BFUMC. 22 Vendors - Offering many unique & special gift options. Gift wrap - Available to customers.

Cafe - Purchase our lunch special, hot cocoa and/or popcorn. Sponsored by Batavia Restaurant Supply. Santa Claus and his elves - children can visit Santa.

• Kids & Families 7-9pm. Large Pizza and Pitcher of soda per lane • $20 per person. Minimum of 4.

• Adults and Families 9:30pm-12:30am. Large pizza and pitcher of soda per lane • $30 per person. Min. of 4. Hats and noise makers available.

Bowling Package! Up to 8 kids • $120. $15 per child over 8 kids. Party includes a large pizza, 2 pitchers of soda, 2 games of bowling with shoe rental, and gratuity. Store bought cake or cupcakes can be brought in, and bring own decorations.

Christmas Eve Specials

Appetizer Selections

Coconut Shrimp • Barbecue Pulled Pork Pierogi Entrée Selections

Slow Roasted Prime Rib • Filet & Crab Cake Napoleon

Homemade Lasagna • Alex’s BBQ Combo

Glazed Ham Dinner • Sesame Seared Tuna

Homemade Desserts

Alex’s Regular Dinner Menu Served All Day

Open 11am-6pm

ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS FOR ALL SIZE PARTIES

Peppermint Blitz Hot Chocolate (Family Features)

Ingredients

1 quart (4 cups) milk

1 cup (about 6 ounces) Wilton Dark Cocoa Candy Melts, roughly chopped

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract

3 ounces chocolate liqueur (optional)

1 ounce peppermint liqueur (optional)

Preparation

1. In a large pot over medium-low flame, heat milk and Candy Melts, whisking frequently, until boiling. Remove from heat. Stir in extracts and liqueurs, if using.

2. Garnish with peppermint sticks or curls or snowman decorations and serve immediately. Makes about 4 servings

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CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS AROUND THE WORLD

Christmas celebrations span the globe. According to a 2025 report from the Center for the Study of Global Christianity at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, there are roughly 2.6 billion Christians worldwide, a figure that undoubtedly contributes to the popularity of Christmas. Plenty of unique touches set Christmastime celebrations apart across the globe.

ROLLER-SKATING TO MASS

In the city of Caracas, Venezuela, it’s customary for Christmas Eve celebrants to roller skate to early morning Mass. Known as “Misa de Aguinaldo,” these special church services take place on the days leading up to Christmas, with the most festive held on December 24. On this day, the streets of Caracas are closed to automobiles, enabling revelers to cheerfully skate to church.

SPIDERWEB DECORATIONS

Individuals in Ukraine decorate their Christmas trees with artificial spider webs. This tradition is inspired by a tale of a poor widow and her children who didn’t have money for tree ornaments. Upon waking up on Christmas morning, they found their tree covered in sparkling, glimmering spider webs that resembled tinsel. A spider had spunthebeautifuldisplayasthanks for finding shelter and warmth in the family’s humble abode. Today’s spider webs symbolize unexpected blessings and gratitude.

YULE GOAT

The Yule Goat is a Christmas tradition in Sweden. The goat is believed to be an invisible spirit that ensures that Yule preparations aredonecorrectly.Apopulartheory connects the goat to the Norse god Thor, who rode a chariot pulled by two goats.

MUMMERING

In Newfoundland, Canada, celebrants known as mummers dress in elaborate disguises featuring mismatched clothing and whimsical accessories. The mummers obscure their identities and visit neighbors’ homes during the 12 days of Christmas, performing songs, skits or dances while others attempt to guess their identities.

CHRISTMAS CHICKEN

Christmas Eve is a popular romantic occasion for couples and families in Japan. In addition to gi -giving and a romance, many people choose to feast on a meal of KFC fried chicken and strawberry shortcake for dessert.

KRAMPUS

While many people celebrate the benevolence of Santa Claus, some celebrate a much grumpier alterego of sort. Krampus is a mangoat, half-demon monster who punishes misbehaving children at Christmastime, says Britannica. He is the evil companion of St. Nicholas, and is believed to have originated in Germany. His name comes from the German word “krampen,” which means, “claw.”

LAS POSADAS

In some Hispanic regions, including Mexico, participants reenact Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter in Bethlehem through vibrant processions. They travel from house to house, singing traditional songs and requesting shelter only to be turned away until they reach a final home or church that will symbolically welcome them in.

I love you SO much. This year, I really want a dinosaur toy.

Love, Andy (age 3)

I am always nice to my big sister, Ava. I helped my mommy put the decorations on the house. I helped daddy rake up the leaves. Could you please bring me a haunted Barbie house with all the people? Or I would like the toy dog that you can feed and then it poops and you have to pick it up and you can walk it. Thank you, Santa.

Love, Emma U. (age 4)

This year, I want a flamingo that poops out jellybeans.

Love, Amelia (age 5)

This year, I would like any Hess truck I don’t have yet, please.

Love, Robbie (age 9)

Please bring me new stuffys. I would also like new books. I need a new piggy bank, because mine is full! May I please have a new bicycle without training wheels. I have been a good girl this year.

Love, Harper (age 5)

I love you. Please bring me a Spiderman that lights up in the dark. You don’t have to bring my dogs a present, because I already picked up presents for them. Ho ho ho.

Teddy W. (age 5)

I tried my best to be a good girl this year! I’ve drank my milk and took my vitamins too, and I’ve done my very best to listen to mommy and daddy, but I don’t care too much for veggies… I’ll try better on the veggies this coming year! I’m hoping you’ll bring me a Thomas the Tank Engine toy for Christmas! Thanks, Santa!

Edith (age 2)

I would like a fish tank, cars, belt, LEGOs, magic. Love, Vito (age 6)

I have been a good boy this year. Do your reindeer like carrots? A Squirtle battle set for Christmas. Please and thank you.

Austin (age 6)

I want hunting stuff. See you in four weeks.

Jacob (age 9)

I think that I have been good this year. For Christmas, I would like a Barbie and a scooter and a coloring book. PS make sure my house is the last house you visit. The trap master is back :-) Mackenzie (age 6)

Hi. I love you. I would like a tablet, a toy horse, a Labubu. Please. I will leave you cookies.

Love, Ada (age 6)

Our young readers let Santa know just how good they’ve been this year!

I want for Christmas is a toy car, Bills football, toy TV, I want to tell you Santa is your elfs and reindeer are being good.

Will (age 8)

Can you bring me a OMG doll for Christmas. And a LOL doll for Christmas. And a Barbie doll.

Thank you, Scarlet F. (age 6)

I have been very good this year! I have done lots of good deeds. Here are some of the things that I’ve done… I help my class make their ant projects. I have also helped my pa and gi in the garden. I help my dada in the shop. Also with getting the eggs. I help my mama in the kitchen. Sometimes, I help my sister clean her room. I enjoy helping other people. Some things I want for Christmas are… Well fit clip making kit. Next a foot bath and escape room. And a trip to the Polar Express train and an Easy Bake oven. Thank you for reading my letter and Merry Christmas.

Chloe (age 8)

My name is Lisa. I’ve been a good girl this year. I would like a new case for my cell phone. I also want two new dresses, underwear, and socks. Also, you can surprise me with gifts. Bills blanket. Please keep warm and feed the reindeer.

Lisa (age 63)

We are 9 year old twins, Lily and Lana. We don’t know our grandpa. We was two months old when he died. Our gramma Tia really misses him this time of year. Since we have everything, will you please heal our gramma‘s heart? We love her so much. We hope this note to you will make her smile.

Thank you, Lily and Lena (age 9)

I am always nice to my little sister, Emma. I help mommy and daddy pick up the playroom. If you think I have been good, I would like a Barbie dream house with a pool with all the dolls and the mom and dad. And the Barbie camper. Have a merry Christmas and also thank you.

Love, Ava U. (age 6)

I hope I have been good this year. What I want for Christmas is a chicken. I will leave you a gift and cookies.

Love, Blaire (age 7)

I have been good. I want a Labubu and a tablet and makeup and a good Christmas. Ada has been mean to our dog, Zuri. Please bring Zuri presents too. Love Josie. PS I love you. Hi Josie (age 7)

I have been good at school. I helped Max build the mini Christmas tree. Please leave a chalkboard. Thank you.

Bennett (age 6)

I have been good this year by getting two 100s in ELA and science. For Christmas, I would like for my family to be happy, healthy and would love to go to Seabreeze/Great Wolf Lodge again with my family.

Thank you, Talia (age 10)

I’ve been very good all year. I helped my mom and dad. I helped put up the decorations on the Christmas tree. I moved my Jeep and tractor to be stored for the winter, so the batteries don’t die. Please give me a brand new Jeep to ride… A Jeep with lights. Thank you, Santa Claus!

Leland (age 4)

I have been a good boy this year. I want a PS5. Please. And a level up Rekt executive gaming chair. I love you, Santa.

Love, Carter J. (age 7)

I’ve been a good friend. I helped do laundry and stack wood! I would please like slime, a bike, gel pens, purple notebook, and a Buffalo Bills dress. Please bring my brothers presents too. I will bake you yummy cookies :)

Bristol (age 6)

I have been very good this year. I let my dog out and I feed my dog every day. I feed my fish too. What I want for Christmas this year is a karaoke machine. Merry Christmas.

Lilah (age 8)

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I’ve been a good listener by turning my ears on for mommy and daddy. I’ve been kind to my family. Every day, I am helpful to my new baby twins. For Christmas, can you please bring me a toy squirrel that doesn’t make noises and princesses? Thank you and I love you, Santa.

Love, Isla (age 4)

I have been very good this year! Some things that I did this year was helping clean, doing my homework, practicing lacrosse, and doing good in school! For Christmas, some things that I want is a lacrosse draw stick, USA wall ball lacrosse club sweatshirt, goat USA sweatshirt, and pajama pants, twinkle lights, and a lacrosse draw post! Thank you!

Love, Claire (age 10)

I’ve been very good this year! What I’m hoping to see under the Christmas tree is a Labubu! Price: 37.35. Hope you can get it and I take good care of Trina, one of your elves, and I bought another one of your elves. I named him Max. Hope Trina comes soon. Tell her I love her and to come soon (I already have Max!) Hope it’s chilly down there!

Aubry Anna Rose (age 9 in a quarter)

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HOLIDAY TIPS FOR

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The holiday season is a busy time of year. From holiday shopping to readying the home for guests, there’s no shortage of things to accomplish in a short amount of time. Seasoned holiday enthusiasts may be ready to tackle tasks with ease. But for first-time holiday hosts, the prospect of crossing items off to-do lists may require a little extra assistance.

• Do as much prep work in advance as possible. Giving yourselfextratimetogetthingsdonecanhelpimmensely. Grocery shop one day, prepare food the next, clean the house one day, and set the table or arrange decor on another. Minortaskcan be le forthe morning of the day guests arrive.

• Cook and freeze items. Utilize recipes that enable you to cook in bulk and then store foods untilyou need them. Casseroles, baked pasta dishes, freezable soups, and ready-to-bake cookie doughs made in advancewill save a lot of time closer to the holidays.

CREATE DRAMA WITH BOLD PAINT COLORS

Decide how big an impact you want to make. Are you looking for color overload or just a small focal point of vivid color? Remember, using bold color doesn’t mean every wall must be lathered in that hue. Instead, select one wall to serve as an accent point and use that spot as your bold color display. Otherwise, rely on bold colors to dress up otherwise mundane areas, such as the back wall of a cupboard or moldings and trim.

• Stock the pantry. If holiday hosting involves overnight guests, be sure to keep easy items on hand so guests can help themselves. Dry goods or pre-packaged muffins for breakfast, chips or pretzels for late-night snacks, granola bars, or store made croissants can fit the bill. Put everything in a dedicated basket so guests can grab items as needed. Stock the refrigerator with water, seltzer, iced teas, and sodas, and make a full pot of coffee in the morning so guests can pour their own.

• Avoid complicated cocktails. You don’t want to be stuck mixing drinks all evening. Instead, make it simple for guests to help themselves.Wine, beer, premade punches, or even one specialty drink are ideal.

• Consider hiring a caterer. If the idea of a homecooked meal feels like climbing Mount Everest, swap out some items for store-bought alternatives, or work with a favorite restaurant or caterer to secure foods that only need to be reheated and served.

• Free up closet and room space. Guests will be coming with a lot of stuff, particularlyifyou live in a cold climate. Make room in the entrycloset forguests’ coats and boots. Be sure you can accommodate suitcases or overnight bags. Set aside an area where guests can deposit their wrapped gi s.

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Many thanks to all those who donated to the food pantry to help our neighbors in need during the SNAP funding crisis. Your support is impressive and your generosity knows no bounds. Thank You! We cannot do all the good that our neighbors need, but our neighbors need all the good that we can do.

The Geneseo Groveland Emergency Food Pantry

Generosity Abounds

There are good times and not so good. With the SNAP benefits going away it leaves many people low or without food. Many pantries are being swamped with people who need food to feed their families. In Avon, and I know many other towns, the good outweighs the bad. People are stepping up their donations to the pantry. It renews our faith in humankind. So many people are so giving. Thank you to not only commercial businesses, but the DeHond family who have a great produce stand on Bronson Hill Road and have been donating fresh vegetables by the truck load for most of the summer. Among the giving are the individual families who reach deep into their pockets to help others. A HUGE thank you to all.

Volunteering

I would like to thank ALL of the volunteers for many different services they provide and do! You are appreciated very much! May God Bless You All!

Respect for the Arts

Theater actors and musicians put in an incredible amount of time and training to hone their craft. The shows and concerts that are performed are the result of their efforts. We as the audience need to show more respect to these people. Using phones in the theater is disrespectful. Wearing pajamas is disrespectful. Let’s do better in our support of the arts.

Drivers & Pets

Drivers, just so you know, dogs can’t drive! They don’t belong on your lap while driving. That’s dangerous and could cause an accident. Smarten up.

Deer Hunter

Please stop hanging your gutted deer right next to the road. I’m sure you’re proud. You want to show off. Many parents driving by with children in their cars do not appreciate seeing your kill. It’s not your place to teach others what they should or shouldn’t be exposed to.

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SAVORY & SEASONAL

Four Be Chili

As the weather starts to cool, turn to warming soups and stews as nutrient-packed comfort foods you can enjoy all winter. is recipe incorporates root vegetables like onion, garlic and carrots, and can easily invite other favorite veggies into the mix!

Four Bean Chili

Makes 8 to 10 servings

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

A SWEET TREAT FOR GET-TOGETHERS

Yields 64

Crust

21/2 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 cups powdered sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

3/4 cups butter or margarine, melted

Filling

3 cups pecan halves, divided

2 cups packed brown sugar

3 eggs

4 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

Powdered sugar, optional

Preheat oven to 350 F. For crust, combine flour, powdered sugar and baking soda in a batter bowl. Add butter; mix until crumbly. Lightly press crumb mixture over bottom of stoneware bar pan; roll lightly. Bake 15 minutes; remove from oven to a cooling rack.

Meanwhile for filling, reserve 1 cup of the pecans for garnish; chop remaining pecans. Combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, eggs, butter, vanilla, and salt; mix well. Pour filling over warm crust, spreading to edges of pan. Arrange remaining pecan halves over filling. Bake 17 to 19 minutes, or until filling is set in center. Remove from oven; cool completely.

Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar, if desired. Cut into 32 squares using a utility knife; cut each square in half diagonally.

2 medium carrots, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar

3 tablespoons chili powder

2 tablespoons ground cumin

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes

1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce

1 can (15 ounces) small white beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (15 ounces) light kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (15 ounces) dark kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup vegetable broth

1 can (4 ounces) diced mild green chiles

1 ounce unsweetened baking chocolate, chopped

1 tablespoon cider vinegar.

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions, carrots and bell pepper; cook and stir 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add garlic, tomato paste, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, oregano and salt; cook and stir 1 minute.

Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, broth, chiles, and chocolate; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in vinegar. Chili is even better served with cornbread. Make batter while the vegetables are cooking in step one and bake it while the chili is simmering.

Recipe From “Vegan Cooking for Beginners” (Publications International, Ltd.) by the PIL editors

Festive Lights

THE ORIGINAL RED OSIER LANDMARK RESTAURANT CARRIES ON LOCAL HOLIDAY

BY SOPHIA KOVATCH

Years ago, Tim Adams had imagined what it would be like to decorate the Original Red Osier Landmark Restaurant property for Christmas. Now, he co-owns therestaurantwithSteveFosterandeachholidayseason uses it as a backdrop for one of the most spectacular holiday light displays in Genesee County.

Adams began his elaborate light display a er he and Foster bought the Original Red Osier Landmark Restaurant on Route 5 in Stafford about ten years ago. Withaholidaydecorationcollectionthatfillstwobarns, Adams creates brand-new scenes and arrangements each year to keep the display new and exciting for annual visitors.

“ ere’s a lot of animated scenes, where things look like they’re moving or being made,” Adams says. “I try to put up everything every year.” While Adams gets some assistance from family and staff for parts of the Christmas display, he does the bulk of the work himself, letting scenes come to him as he unpacks the decorations each year.

Adams has had a lifelong love of building Christmas light displays. As a child, he’d deck out his family house with so many lights there was barely enough electricity to support his creations. He compares himself to Clark Griswold in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.

“Guests come in and they’re so happy! People remember their childhood memories from it. Christmas lights make people really happy!”

TIM ADAMS

e holiday light display at e Original Red Osier Landmark Restaurant fills a gap le by a local resident who for many years put up an elaborate, multi-acre Christmas light wonderland on his property near the restaurant. Foster, who has worked at the restaurant for nearly 30 years, says, “Jim DiSalvo on Fargo Road had a massive light display you could drive through. Every acre was covered in lights. It was a tradition to go to DiSalvo’s then Red Osier.” When DiSalvo was no longer able to keep up his display, he offered some of his decorations to Foster and Adams for the restaurant. e Original Red Osier Landmark Restaurant already had a large collection, so DiSalvo’s lights were donated to nearby town displays before he passed away a few years ago. It’s always been important to Foster and Adams that their holiday lights are easy for the community to enjoy, so visitors can drive through the display for free any time the lights are on. e Original Red Osier Landmark Restaurant also hosts an annual Community Day on the first Monday of December, when families enjoy the lights as well as a petting zoo, fire truck displays, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. e first year they hosted this free event, about 200 people came. In recent years, visitors have numbered in the thousands.

While Adams tackles the outdoor display, Foster, who manages the front of house at e Original Red Osier Landmark Restaurant, decks out the interior of the restaurant just as elaborately as the outside. Both owners are very passionate about their creative vision for holiday displays, so they’ve agreed to leave each to their own domain. “Inside is my domain, Tim has the outside,” said Foster. “We don’t step on each other’s decorations.” It’s clear that neither Adams nor Foster minds the work involved in bringing their Christmas visions to reality.

Foster and Adams have been dedicated to their holiday vision from year one, when they purchased a 60-foot li to make sure each light stayed functional and in place throughout the entire season. But the journey to becoming a holiday tradition has had some bumps. Foster says, “Our very first year, we were both in the li in the middle of dinner service. en the lights went out. I had to go through the restaurant and explain what happened to all the guests.” ey thankfully haven’t had any more holiday light-related outages.

e lights at the Original Red Osier Landmark Restaurant have become a tradition for the community, and Foster says he fields questions as early as mid-May about when the lights will go up. He sees the effect the lights have on guests during the holiday season, saying, “ ere’s a whole different demeanor to the people coming in.” He says that while they of course love when people come inside for dinner, that’s not the point of their holiday display, but instead, “ e point is family time and community.”

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In Autumn 1621, Wampanoag joined English settlers at what is now Plymouth, MA to mark a successful harvest. Over the years, that harvest evolved into what we now recognize as the “First Thanksgiving.” Traditions may differ across the country, even across town or households, but typically, people pause and give thanks for the people and opportunities in their lives. This year, what are you most thankful for?

- Family, friends, and the people who support me

- Health and overall well-being

- Work, stability, and new opportunities

- Community, connection, and the ability to gather

- Personal growth, resilience, and hope for the year ahead

Poll ends 12-9-2025

Poll ended 12-2-2025

Autonomous vehicles continue to be tested and explored in increased realworld environments across the country and world. What is your perspective on the place of autonomous vehicles in the near and far future?

5.0% They’re the future. I expect widespread adoption soon.

15.0% They will grow steadily, but remain a mix with human-driven vehicles.

15.0% They are useful in certain situations, but limited use overall.

10.0% I’m skeptical. Major safety and ethical issues remain.

55.0% I don’t support autonomous vehicles at all.

Vote and make your voice

By Fifi Rodriguez

1. TELEVISION: Which TV sitcom features a French bulldog named Stella?

2. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of Algeria?

3. MUSIC: Which famous song starts with the line, “I read the news today, oh boy ...”?

4. MOVIES: Who wrote “Hedwig’s Theme,” the main music in the Harry Potter movies?

5. FOOD & DRINK: What is the origin of popcorn?

6. HISTORY: Where was Napoleon Bonaparte exiled to after his defeat in 1815?

7. LITERATURE: Who wrote the novel “The Sound and the Fury”?

8. ANATOMY: What are the smallest blood vessels called?

9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: In what year did the international version of TikTok launch?

10. SCIENCE: What substance makes plants green?

ANSWERS

HOLIDAY FUN FACTS

Sarah Josepha Hale spent 36 years campaigning to make Thanksgiving a national holiday. She finally succeeded in 1863.

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“Modern Family.” 2. Algiers. 3. “A Day in the Life,” The Beatles.

4. Composer John Williams.

5. Indigenous people in the Americas mastered the art of popping corn.

6. The remote island of St. Helena.

7. William Faulkner.

8. Capillaries.

9. 2017.

10. The pigment chlorophyll.

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SAFE WAYS TO DEAL WITH SINUS PRESSURE

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Breaking Down the Difference Between a Cold and Influenza

Q.

DEAR DR. ROACH: What is the difference between a cold and the flu? -- A.T.R.

Sinuses are bony, hollow, air-filled cavities inside the face and skull. They are located in the low-center of the forehead, behind the eyes and in bones behind the nose. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center says the sinuses lighten the skull and produce a mucus that moisturizes the inside of the nose. Unfortunately, when colds or the flu strike, sinuses may become one of the first spots affected by these illnesses.

When the sinuses are working properly, mucus will drain into the nasal passages or out the back of the throat. Most of this drainage goes unnoticed. However, the American Sinus Institute says that factors such as allergies, illness, weather changes, dehydration, and dry air can make the sinus mucus thicker and drainage more difficult. This is when problems like infection, stuffiness or throat irritation may occur.

In order to combat sinus congestion and drainage concerns, people may try certain strategies that include flushing the sinuses and thinning the mucus. It is imperative to use safe flushing methods to keep the sinuses healthy.

Neti pots are among the more popular methods to flushing sinuses. These small teapot-like devices with elongated snouts have become a fixture in many medicine cabinets. Because they are drug-free alternatives, they can be handy for those worried about antihistamines making them drowsy or reacting with other drugs. Neti pots and other nasal irrigation systems use saline to moisten and clear out nasal passages to promote drainage of sinus cavities. However, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, using these devices improperly can increase one’s risk of infection. CBS News says that neti pots have even been linked to the deadly Naegleria fowleri, which is otherwise known as the “braineating” amoeba.

The key to preventing infection is to only use previously boiled, sterile or distilled water to irrigate. Tap water is not adequately filtered, says the FDA, and may contain low levels of organisms that can stay alive in nasal passages and potentially cause serious infections. Those who are concerned about nasal irrigation safety may be wise to skip neti pots and use pre-packaged, sterile saline solutions that are bottled for the purpose of alleviating congestion. However, when prepared water is used in a clean neti pot or other device, these methods can be perfectly safe.

Sinuses can get clogged for many reasons. To free up breathing, people are urged to consult their physicians to learn more about how to safely irrigate their nasal passages. Beautiful smiles enhance self-confidence & self-esteem.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT DENTAL CLEANINGS WHILE WEARING BRACES

Clean at home. Special “pipe cleaner” brushes can get in between the wires and brackets, pushing out any food particles that are missed by larger toothbrushes. Floss can be snaked under wires to get in between teeth as well; it just requires some finesse. Waxed floss generally is easier to use as it less likely to get stuck.

ANSWER: Both colds and influenza (the “flu”) are respiratory illnesses that are caused by viruses. Influenza is caused specifically by the influenza viruses, which come in two main types (A and B). Influenza A is further broken down into different subtypes based on hemagglutinin (H) and neuraminidase (N).

H1N1 and H3N2 are currently the most-common circulating influenza A viruses. Even within these subclasses, there is strong variability among flu viruses, which is one reason why we need a new flu vaccine each year.

Many viruses cause colds. Rhinoviruses (“rhino-” is the Greek word for nose) are the most common, but corona-, parainfluenza- and enteroviruses, as well as respiratory syncytial viruses, are all well-known causes of respiratory illnesses, which can be difficult or impossible to tell apart from any other type of cold.

Unfortunately, there are so many of these viruses, some of which change quickly and others that escape our immune system, so it is (so far) impossible to get immunity by an infection or a vaccine to all the cold viruses. Viruses are generally less severe than influenza.

It isn’t always easy to tell flu from a cold, especially in young people. Both can cause a fever, cough, runny nose and sore throat. However, the flu often causes muscle aches, which can be severe. The flu tends to cause higher fevers, more cough and worse headaches, and it often comes along suddenly. (“I got hit by the flu truck.”) Runny nose and nasal congestion tends to be worse with a cold.

Since there is specific antiviral treatments for influenza, clinicians will sometimes make decisions on whether to treat a person based on their symptoms, or they may get a lab test to look for the flu specifically. (Some tests will also check for COVID-19, a special type of coronavirus, at the same time.)

People who are at a high risk for severe flu may be recommended antiviral treatment, whereas there is not a specific antiviral treatment for colds. It’s particularly important for people over 65 and those with any heart, lung or immune system issues to get the influenza vaccine. The optimum time to get it was from October through the end of November.

Q. A. A.

DEAR DR. ROACH: What do we now call what was once referred to as a “nervous breakdown” in the 20th century? -- A.M.

ANSWER: I asked this question to my psychiatry professor way back in the late 20th century when I was a first-year medical student. My professor replied that the term didn’t have a meaning anymore. There is no formal medical or psychiatric diagnosis of a “nervous breakdown.”

The term is used by laypeople to describe when a person has severe impairment of their day-to-day function as a result of a psychiatric diagnosis, especially mood disorders like generalized anxiety disorder or major depressive disorder.

An adjustment disorder may resemble a major depressive disorder, but it occurs within a few months of a traumatic life event. A severe case might also be termed a “nervous breakdown.” It is not usually used to describe a person with acute psychosis (a term meaning a grossly distorted sense of reality), such as a person with schizophrenia or bipolar affective disorder in their acute and uncontrolled state.

All these conditions have effective treatments. Treatment starts by talking to someone, who might be your own regular doctor or a mental health professional. For people who are in acute distress with thoughts of hurting themselves, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is an option in the United States and Canada.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

hometown events

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CaregiverMomentsSupport Group- Ifyouareacaregiverof someonewithamemoryimpairmentandfeelingoverwhelmed,depressedorangryitistimeforyou togethelpforyourself.Weoffera caregiversupportgroupwhereyou canfreelyexpressyourselfamong peoplewhoaregoingthrougha similar,ifnotthesame,experience. Meetingsfocusonprovidingemotionalsupport,tipsforcopingwith behaviorissues,andsharingexperiences.Heldevery3rdThursday untilDecember18,2025atthe GeneseeCountyOfficeforthe Aging,2BankSt.,Bataviafrom 1-2pm.Formoreinformation pleasecall585-343-1611.http:// www.geneseeny.gov

GingerbreadHouseWorkshopGetintotheholidayspiritandbuild yourowngingerbreadmasterpiece fromscratch!Inthishands-on class,you’llcraftanddecoratea gingerbreadhouseusingfreshly bakedpiecesandawidearrayof sweetdecorations.December13& 20th,4PM-6PM,201EMainSt, Batavia.Price:$35perperson.All ageswelcome!Childrenages4and undermayattendfreewithan accompanyingadult,providedthey workononehousetogether.Prior registrationisrequiredtoensure enoughmaterialsandspacefor everyone.Limitedto15peopleper class.Toregisterpleasevisithttps:// goart.org/gingerbread-houseworkshop/ LGBTQ+YouthDrop-InCenter: Joinourwelcomingandaffirming after-schoolspaceforLGBTQ+ youth(ages12-18)andtheirallies toconnect,unwind,andjustbe themselves.Weofferamixoffun activities,creativeprojects,and peer-ledsocialandemotionalsupport,allinaspacewhereeveryone isvaluedandcelebrated.Whether you’relookingforaplacetorelax, makenewfriends,ortalkthrough life’schallengeswithotherswho understand,you’llfindasupportive communityhere.Plus,thereare alwaysplentyofsnacks!Nojudgment.Nopressure.Justasafe spacetobeyou.Free. Homeschoolersencouragedtojoin! Formoreinformationgotowww. glowout.orgoremailSaraat svacin@glowout.org.

WonderHour- Childreninpreschoolthrough5thgradeareinvitedtojoinusforWonderHouron thefirstSundayofeachmonthat 9am!TheWonderHourisaspecial timeforchildrentoexploreaBible storyandrespondtoitthrough fun,interactivediscoverycenters. BataviaFirstPresbyterianChurch, 300E.MainSt.,Batavia.

HLOMTriviaNight@theMuseum:The1990s- Joinusatthe HollandLandOfficeMuseumfor ourmonthlyTriviaNighton Thursday,December11that7pm. Comeandtestyourknowledgeof theendofthelastMilleniumand thinkbacktoatimebeforeY2Kin the1990s.Admissionis$5or$3 formuseummembers.Contactthe museumat585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.comif youplantoattend.

HLOMHolidayConcertSeries: MikeWhyman -TheHollandLand OfficeMuseumwelcomesbackour goodfriendandlocalclassicalguitarist,MikeWhymantoplaysome ofyourfavoriteholidaymusic.The concertwilltakeplaceonFriday, December12that7pm.Seating willbelimited,sopleasecallahead. Admissionis$5or$3formuseum members.Ifyouplantoattend, pleasecontactthemuseumat 585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.

GeneseeSymphonyOrchestra HolidayConcert- ThenextGeneseeSymphonyOrchestraConcertis Sunday,December7,2025at2pm attheStuartSteinertheaterat GCC.“Shade’sHolidayMixTape” featuringmanyholidayfavorites. Ticketsavailableonlineat geneseesymphonyorchestra@ gmail.com,TheCoffeePress,HollandLandOfficeandGillamGrant. $17adults,$12seniors,students freewithID.YourMustGoToConcertfortheholidays!

It’sAWonderfulLife- Grace BaptistChurchisdelightedtoannounceitsChristmasproductionof “It’saWonderfulLife,”adaptedfor thestagebyJamesW.Rodgers, basedonthefilmbyFrankCapra, andinspiredbythestory“The GreatestGift”byPhilipVanDoren. HeldDecember12,7pm. December13,3pm.December14, 10:30am.JoinusattheGrace BaptistChurch,238VineStreet, Batavia.http://gracebatavia.org

SingWeNowofChristmas:Children’sChristmasPageant -Join usforaheartwarming,musical celebrationoftheNativity!Experiencethetimelessstoryof Christmasthroughsong,costumes, andthewonderofourchildrenand youth.AreceptionwithChristmas refreshmentswillfollowthe performance.Sunday,December 7th,2pm,BataviaFirstPresbyterian Church,300E.MainSt.,Batavia. https://fpcbatavia.org/

WonderHour- TheWonderHour isaspecialtimeforchildrento exploreaBiblestoryandrespondto itthroughfun,interactivediscovery centers.Sunday,December14th, 9am,BataviaFirstPresbyterian Church,300E.MainSt.,Batavia. https://fpcbatavia.org/

ChristmasEveWorship- Finding God’sGrace:Joinusasweexplore theGrinch’sjourneyfromscrooge tosaint,andwhatitteachesus aboutGod’sboundlessgrace.Discoverhowthepowerofgracecan makeyourownheart“growthree sizes”thisseason.ServiceHighlights-MessageofRadicalredemptionandGod’sloveforeveryone. BelovedCarols:Singtimelesssongs oftheseason.SpecialMusic:FeaturingMaddieHoerbeltassoloist. CandlelightMoment:Aquiet, beautifulconclusion.Children’s Activity:ColoringgiantWhoville posters.ChildcareProvided. December24th,7pm,BataviaFirst PresbyterianChurch,300E.Main St.,Batavia.https://fpcbatavia.org/ event/christmas-eve-worship-2/ AnEveofChristmasEve- Allare welcome,noexceptions!Service Highlights-InspiringMessage:Focusingonthethemeofradical changeandChrist’spowerto transformour“two-sizes-toosmall”hearts.BeautifulChristmas Music:Singthesongsthatcapture thewonderandsimplejoyofthe season.Children’sactivity:Children ofallageswillhaveagiantposter tocolorandexpressthejoyofthe season.ThePoweroftheChild:An emphasisontheinnocence,hope, andpeacebroughtbytheinfant Jesus.December23rd,6:30pm, BataviaFirstPresbyterianChurch, 300E.MainSt.,Batavia.https:// fpcbatavia.org/event/an-eve-ofchristmas-eve-worship/

GeneseeSymphonyOrchestra Concert- ThenextGeneseeSymphonyOrchestraConcertisSunday, December7,2025at2pmatthe StuartSteinertheateratGCC. “Shade’sHolidayMixTape”featuringmanyholidayfavorites.Tickets availableonlineat geneseesymphonyorchestra@ gmail.com,TheCoffeePress,HollandLandOfficeandGillamGrant. $17adults,$12seniors,students freewithID.Creditcardsaccepted. YourMustGoToConcertforthe holidays!

DotMandalaOrnament PaintingClass- Learnthebasicsof DotMandalaPaintingandmake TWObeautifulornamentsSaturday December13,2-5pmwith instructorMiaBaroneofDotsAMia. Ticketsare$40perperson.Dotting tools(2stylusesand4acrylicdowels),palettes,paint,twoglittered glassornamentstopainton(design aspictured)andblackpracticepaperwillbesupplied.Dottingkits andblankglitterornamentswillbe availableforpurchase.Forages12 andup.Pre-registrationrequired. Minimumof5participantsand maximumof14.Toregisterplease visithttps://goart.org/ornamentdot-mandala-painting/

“UninhibitedHistory” Alecture serieswithDerekMaxfield-GO ART!isgladtoannounceanew monthlyhistorylectureseries“UninhibitedHistory.”Promisingaview ofhistorythatis“unvarnished,unconventional,anddecidedly unromantic,”theserieswillbe hostedbylocalauthor,historian, andmasterstorytellerDerekD. Maxfield.‘SantaintheMaking’-It isafascinatingstory,butmaynot besuitableforchildrenor‘true believers’.December17,6:30pm8pm,GOART!201EMainStreet, Batavia.Admissionissuggested donationof$5.00withallproceeds tobenefitGOART!

GeneseeSymphonyOrchestra HolidayConcert- ThenextGeneseeSymphonyOrchestraConcertis Sunday,December7,2025at2pm attheStuartSteinertheaterat GCC.“Shade’sHolidayMix”featuringmanyofyourholidaysfavorites.Ticketsavailableonlineat www.geneseesymphonyorchestra. com,HollandLandOffice,TheCoffeePressandGillamGrant.$17 adults,$12seniors,studentsfree withID.Creditcardsaccepted.THE HolidayConcertthisSeason!!!

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DarienSeniorChristmasDinner hasbeenmovedtoSaturday December13,2025.Weneedto knowwhoiscomingtothe Christmasdinnersothatweknow howmuchturkeytoget.Soplease call585-409-0899.

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WildChurch- Joinusinworship! Ifyoursoulislongingforrenewal anddeeperconnections,joinusin worshipingincreation,withcreation,ascreation.Noreligious experienceorbeliefrequired.Held December20,10am,Countyof Genesee,11095BethanyCenter Rd.,EastBethany.Questions:contactusat585-343-0505or fpcbatavia@fpcbatavia.org

LEROY

HerChristmasCarolaLiveRadio Drama- “HerChristmasCarol,”a liveradiodramawillbeperformed atSt.Mark’sEpiscopalChurch,1 EastMainSt.,LeRoyonSaturday, December13at3:00pmand7:00 pmbytheBloomfieldRotaryPlayers.Thisproductionisbasedonthe originalDickensstorybutwitha twistnoteveryScroogeismale!The programispresentedbytheRotary ClubofLeRoyandTheJoyProject, withproceedsbenefitingboth communityorganizations.Tickets are$12eachandmaybepurchasedatTompkinsCommunity Bank,Copart,St.Mark’sofficeor onlineathttps://leroyrotary. seatyourself.biz.

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OAKFIELD

JoinUsAtTheGoose! Coffee HourEveryWednesdayfrom10:00 a.m.to11a.m.,Justwalkinand joinus!PleaseFollowTheGoose Facebookpageforupdates,additions,andcancellations.The GOOSECommunityCenter,33 SouthMainSt.,Oakfield.http:// www.warriorhouseofwny.com

Yoga -EveryWednesdayfrom 6:00p.m.to7:00p.m.Opentoall! Allequipmentisprovided!NoRegistrationRequired!Walkinandjoin us!HeldatTheGOOSECommunity Center,33SouthMainStreet,Oakfield.http://www. warriorhouseofwny.com

ChairYoga -EveryThursdayfrom 10amto11am.Opentoall!All equipmentisprovided!NoRegistrationRequired!Walkinandjoin us!TheGOOSECommunityCenter,33SouthMainStreet,Oakfield. http://www.warriorhouseofwny. com

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CHRISTMAS TREE CAKE POPS

Since kids add so much to the holidays, it makes sense to prepare something special for youngsters. Of course, treats such as these “Christmas Tree Cake Pops” from Lines+Angles also may appeal to festive adults.

Chri tmas Tr Cake Pops

Makes 24 cake pops

1 box vanilla cake mix

3⁄4 cup canola oil

1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, so ened

1 cup confectioners’ sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon milk

DOS AND DON’TS OF HOLIDAY SAFETY

DO turn off Christmas lights before going to bed or leaving home. Lights left on can overheat and cause fires. Electrical distribution or lighting equipment was involved intwoofeveryfivehomeChristmas tree fires between 2011 and 2015, according to the National Fire Prevention Association.

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31⁄2 cups green candy melts

24 cake pop sticks

Icing dots

Icing stars

1. Prepare cake according to package instructions, adding 3⁄4 cup canola oil to the cake mix before baking.

2. Once cake is cool to the touch, transfer to a large mixing bowl and break up into crumbs. Allow to cool completely.

3. In a medium bowl, add the butter, sugar, vanilla, and milk. Use an electric mixer and beat on medium speed for about 4 minutes until light and fluffy.

4. Add 3⁄4 of the frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until mixture can hold together well. Refrigerate for at least an hour.

5. Using your hands, shape the cake pop mixture into 24 conical shapes.

6. Melt the green candy melts. Dip one end of each of the cake pop sticks into the melted chocolate before inserting into the bottom of the cake pops. Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate, making sure to cover completely, allowing excess to drip back into bowl.

7. Use a toothpick to create the textured look of the tree and decorate with the icing dots and stars before standing upright to dry completely.

SHOPPING LOCALLY

earned money. Your local merchant is working just as hard to earn your money. And when you choose to not support your local merchant and shop outside your community or county, you’ve robbed yourself of the benefits of your money staying where you live.

THINK LOCAL, especially at this gi ing time of year. Make it a Merry Christmas for all of us because, ‘it matters!’

businesses was more important than getting the best deals. That may be due to the feeling of helping out a fellow neighbor.

Create job opportunities

Shopping at small businesses keeps those establishments afloat, along with their employees. Small businesses are the largest employers in the United States. That’s also true in Canada, where 68.8 percent of the total labor force works for a small business. A person may never know when he or she - or a relative - will need a job. Keeping small businesses viable provides a strong job market for locals.

Keep more money in the community

The Small Business Administration says $48 out of every $100 spent at a small business stays in the community. Spend the same $100 at a national retailer and only $14 stays.

Enjoy a more local flavor

National retailers and other businesses follow a global business model that may not allow for much customization, but small businesses can provide products or services that relate directly to the needs of the communities they serve. These same small businesses may also be more inclined to work with local vendors and start-ups than national companies that have global supply chains.

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Why are cats such finicky eaters?

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I find it weird that my two dogs, “Shep” and “Bull,” can eat just about anything (I have to hide all the pet food), while my cat “Trudy” will turn up her nose at most food. And although she’s perfectly healthy, sometimes she gets sick after eating wet or fresh food. Why? -- Sarah in Madison, Wisconsin

DEAR SARAH: Cats’ eating behaviors have long been a source of curiosity for both pet owners and the scientific community. Why do they turn their nose up at certain foods and chow down on others? Why do they sometimes throw up after eating? Why do they gnaw on grass when they’re meat-eaters?

The answer is: It’s complicated, and no one is entirely sure. A 2015 study, for example, found that cats have some genes that are more commonly possessed by herbivores (animals that eat only plants, like cows). These particular genes help them detect bitter flavors, alerting them to potentially poisonous plants.

This research opens a new avenue into understanding why cats are more picky about their food than dogs -- also meateaters -- tend to be. If cats are detecting a bitter taste in their food then they may be less inclined to eat it. And, a bitter taste also may trigger a vomiting response to safeguard against ingesting what is perceived to be poison.

The study’s results could lead to changes in how commercial producers formulate their cat food. Whether that is a good thing remains to be seen.

In the meantime, feeding a finicky cat remains a trial-anderror process.Try small amounts of different foods -- dry, wet and fresh -- and note Trudy’s likes and dislikes.

Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com. © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

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By Matilda Charles

Social Security increase... not much

An informal poll of friends and neighbors got me a range of responses, from grimaces to laughs to snarls. My question was about how they were going to spend the approximate extra $56 that Social Security beneficiaries will be receiving as of January when the new COLA kicks in.

That 2.8% increase in the average Social Security benefit ($2,071 for individuals, $3,208 for couples) won’t get us much when compared to what is happening in the grocery stores -- and everywhere else.

We have been complaining about this for years: the Cost of Living Adjustment price index (CPI-W) that’s used to calculate Social Security increases doesn’t apply to us. Instead, we keep saying, they should use the Research Consumer Price Index (R-CPI-E), which is more in line with how seniors over the age of 62 actually spend money.

And then there’s the wee problem of Medicare Part B also going up -- again -- from $185 this year to $202 for 2026. That amount has to be subtracted from the $56 increase,which means an actual $38 increase in Social Security.

There is, however, a movement afoot in Congress to give us a temporary (six months) increase of $200 per month from January to July 2026. Called the Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act, the proposal is being batted around in Congress at this point. The bill (S.3078) text says it would provide payments to “recipients of social security, supplemental security income, railroad retirement benefits,and veterans disability compensation or pension benefits.”

I asked, in my informal poll, what they would do with that extra $200 per month should the proposal pass: stick it in savings for an emergency ...pay off a medical bill ...turn up the thermostat ...buy a good winter coat. The responses ran the gamut of possibilities, which says one thing: We need that money.

© 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

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