Brush will be picked up MONDAYS beginning mid-April and will continue through mid-October, workload and weather permitting.
Please note the following guidelines:
Brush should be parallel with the road between the curb and sidewalk, NOT IN THE ROAD. This causes drainage issues.
Brush should be NO LARGER than 6 inches in diameter and NO LONGER than 6 feet in length. Brush should be in manageable piles, NOT intertwined with each pile.
Leaves and grass may not be left loose. Please put into yard bags or cardboard boxes for disposal. NO PLASTIC BAGS WILL BE ACCEPTED OR PICKED UP.
LEND-a-TRAILER
Lend-a-Trailer is available to all Village residents, free of charge. The Village will leave a dump trailer at your residence overnight (after 3pm) or over the weekend (Friday @ 11:30am). Trailer may be filled with YARD DEBRIS ONLY. The Village crew will pick up the truck the next day (@7:30am) or on Monday (after the weekend @ 7:30am.)
To schedule, please contact Superintendent of Public Works, Ken Farrell @ 585-303-7065.
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GENESEO VILLAGE:
OPEN SAT., April 12, Noon-1:30pm
COMMON TERMS FOUND ON FOOD LABELS
GMO: GMO stands for “genetically modified organisms,” which are organisms that have had their genetic material artificially manipulated in genetic engineering labs. The Non-GMO Project says that a growing body of evidence has connected GMOs with an assortment of health problems and environmental damage.
18 Melody Lane, Geneseo • $299,900 Well-maintained bi-level on cul-de-sac street in historic village. Spacious floor-plan, elevated deck, wood-burning fireplace, private back yard with mature landscaping, L-shaped primary suite features cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, and lots of natural light.
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Office: PO Box 340 1471 Route 15 Avon, NY 14414
Phone: 585-226-8111 Fax: 585-226-3390
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DATES/TIMES:
Check-in: 12:00pm
Mandatory Safety Orientation: 12:30pm
Shooting Begins: 1:00pm
LOCATION:
962 Honeoye Falls 6 Road Rush, NY 14534 *guns are not
COST: REGISTER:
• Dinner & 72 clays per shooter
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE:
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Food Sponsor: $3,500
Team Trophy Sponsor: $2,500
Men’s Top Gun Trophy Sponsor: $2,500
Women’s Top Gun Trophy Sponsor: $2,500
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April 20th, 2025 • 10am-3pm
1 Pine Alley, Conesus, NY 14435
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Breakfast Casserole • Scrambled Eggs
Sliced Ham • Sausage • French Toast
Brunch Potatoes • Fresh Fruit
Cinnamon Rolls • Tenderloin
Chicken Parmesan • Baked Ziti
Roasted Vegetables • Seasonal Salad
Adults $33 • Kids 6-12 yrs. old $12
Kids 5 & under eat free
Coffee & Juice included.
8% Sales Tax & 20% Gratuity to be added to all checks.
York United Presbyterian Church presents a
Spring Turkey Dinner with all of the fixings!
April 26th starting at 5PM
Adults • $15
Ages 7-12 • $7
4 and under • FREE Take outs • $15
For boys & girls of all skill levels! No experience required! Two age groups: Ages 13 & under and Ages 17 & under. Uniforms • Course Membership • PGA Instruction Scan for info.
SOME WAYS TO USE BLUEBERRIES
• Salads Accents. Fresh blueberries add instant appeal to green salads and heartier grain salads.
• Blueberry French Toast Sandwich. A satisfying favorite on winter weekends.
• Peanut Butter & Blueberry. Add fresh blueberries to this classic sandwich. Almond and cashew butter also taste great with blueberries.
• Blueberry Salsa. Swap the traditional tomato for fresh blueberries, a surprisingly cool complement to hot peppers.
• Blueberry Coleslaw. Cabbage and blueberry combine two nutritional powerhouses into a savory side.
• Chocolate-Dipped Blueberries. Need we say more? Present them in a heart-shaped dish or shape for that someone special.
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Head lice love every season and anyone with a head of hair. They’re not going anywhere. Fortunately, you can be proactive when it comes to defending against head lice with pesticide-free Vamousse Lice Defense Daily Shampoo and Vamousse Lice Repellent Leave-In Spray.Learn more at www.vamousselice.com.
• Service Calls
• Aeration
• Overseed
Here’s a delicious twist on an old favorite:creamy,cheesy,scallopedsweet potatoes,an easy-to-make casserole that willwoweveryoneatthetable.California sweet potatoes are high in fiber, loaded with vitamins and minerals. For recipes, nutritional info and tips, go to www. casweetpotatoes.com.
Fire experts agree you have as little as two minutes to escape a burning home before it’s too late. That’s why the Red Cross encourages you to practice your home fire escape plan twice a year.Visit redcross.org/homefires for a free plan.
Making lawn mowing easier is the selfcharging robotic Miimo mower from Honda. A dealer-installed boundary wire defines the area to be mowed. Sensors and a floating cover keep it from coming too close to a person or pet. Learn more at www.miimo.honda. com and www.powerequipment. honda.com/dealer-locator.
When you work on your car, you may need more than the traditional hand soap to clean up. Lava Soap has the power of the pumice to quickly break through the toughest grease and grime while leaving your hands moisturized. Learn more at www.lavasoap.com.
When a dog attacks a letter carrier, the dog owner could be held liable for all medical expenses, repayment of lost work hours, replacement of the uniform and other costs, which can run into thousands of dollars.
For a 21st century digital lifestyle when you move into a new home, you need GigabitInternetforyourdigitaldevices. It’s offered by Internet service providers (ISPs) in most metropolitan areas, led by America’s cable companies. Learn more at www.smartmove.us.
Hot and spicy food is in. For example, Church’s Spicy Chicken (available as Spicy Tender Strips and classic bonein chicken) is marinated in a spiceand-pepper blend for at least 12 hours before it’s hand-battered and fried to a crispy crunch. Learn more at www.churchs.com.
hide in the thatch layer of a lawn during the day before emerging at night to feed
grass blades. Patches of brown grass between one and two inches in
cutworm infestation. Homeowners who notice a growing number of birds pecking away in their lawns may have a cutworm infestation, which can be confirmed by peeling up a section of damaged grass and looking for cutworms, which are brown, gray or black and tend to be around two inches long.
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Install a pool: Pools are the ultimate spots to cool off on hot days.An elaborately shaped inground pool can blend in with the landscape and offer the ultimate hang-out zone. However, above-ground pools also serve the purpose and are more budget-friendly. Stock tank pools are popular among those who want minimal pool expenditure or have small spaces to work with. Stock tanks are metal vessels traditionally used as watering holes for livestock. They also can be “adult kiddie pools” when combined with some plumbing. Galvanized steel frames make them sturdy.With floats and other accessories, they can become the perfect oasis.
Excessive water runoff: Runoff occurs when watering lawns. But if nearly all of the water intended for the lawn and the soil beneath it is seemingly being diverted away from the grass, then that means the water cannot get through to the soil or that so little is getting through that the lawn’s health is in jeopardy.
FINDING THE
Chain-link fences may not add the aesthetic appeal homeowners are looking for, but they are relatively inexpensive, durable and functional. Chain-link fences are low maintenance, though homeowners looking for fences to provide some privacy may need to get creative if they install chain-link fencing. Planting flowers, shrubbery or trees near chain-link fences
appeal and a little privacy.
Maintain appliances and replace older ones. While reducing reliance on energy-thirsty appliances is a great way to reduce energy consumption, no one needs to throw away their refrigerators. Instead, maintain appliances so they are not forced to work harder, and thereby consume more energy, to function. Routinely clean the filters on window air conditioners, replacing them if they’re worn down. In addition, have HVAC units serviced annually to ensure they’reoperatingatpeakcapacity. Replace older appliances, including refrigerators, that are no longer effective.
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WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT CAT REPRODUCTION
Reuben is a 2-3y.o. 40lb mix breed. He is a very well-mannered boy. He loves walks & treats. He seems good with other dogs. We aren’t sure if he’s been around cats or kids. To set up a meet & greet with Reuben, please call
Livingston County Dog Control
Cats can become pregnant even during the first estrus cycle. A feline’s pregnancy lasts around 63 to 65 days, or about nine weeks. A cat also can be impregnated again very quickly after giving birth, as nursing kittens will not prevent a subsequent pregnancy. The average litter size is three to six kittens, so it’s easy to see just how many kittens can be born of one cat if she’s left to her own reproductive devices. Females also can be mated by more than one male or even one of their male relatives.
Rockie
“Coochie”
We adopted Rocky “Choochie” when he was a baby. His mother was adopted out pregnant, unbeknownst to the shelter, and he and his siblings were a surprise! He is a gentle giant, funny with a dash of naughty, and a great addition to our rescue family! I
By Sam Mazotta
Tick season shi s into full gear – are you ready?
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My dog “Happy” and I went hiking this weekend, and when we got back to the car, I did the usual check for bugs and burrs on his long coat. I was shocked to find 12 tiny ticks clinging to his fur. I brushed them off and found five more scurrying around my boot laces. These are baby ticks, right? Should I be worried about tick bites for both of us? -- Karl M., Roanoke, Virginia
DEAR KARL: You should continue to be vigilant over the next few days, but don’t worry too much -- unless Happy shows signs of illness. Doing a “tick check” after each trip outdoors is important, and you did exactly what you needed to do.
Over the next few days, brush through Happy’s coat frequently to dislodge any additional ticks. Newly hatched ticks are indeed tiny and hard to see. Run your hand through Happy’s coat so that you can check his skin for visible bites or lodged ticks.If you notice a bull’s-eye rash around an area, contact the veterinarian.
If you haven’t treated your hiking boots or clothing with permethrin yet, now is the time to do so. Spray the treatment outside, away from Happy or any other animal, and do not let Happy near those clothes until they have dried completely. The permethrin will stay effective through a few washes.
To keep ticks out of the house, follow similar procedures to flea prevention. Give Happy a regular flea and tick preventative; vacuum and mop the house regularly, and terminate any ticks you find.
A new edition of “Fighting Fleas” is coming, and 10 lucky readers will get a free, signed copy! To enter, email ask@pawscorner.com.
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My Lucky Day
Thank you so very much to whoever found and turned in my cell phone on St. Patrick’s Day at the local Post Office. I was doing a complicated mailing and set my phone down on the counter to look up an address. I was several miles away when I noticed it was missing and anxiously drove back expecting it to be gone. When I asked at the front desk, the clerk presented the phone to me and said someone had turned it in and didn’t leave their name. I am very appreciative of the honesty and integrity of this person and they made my St. Patrick’s Day a truly lucky day!
Coffee, Breakfast Kindness
My special THANKS to the kind young woman who thought she had cut me off at our drive thru coffee establishment in Hamlin. It was a cold, snowy morning almost 2 months ago. I had pulled over to answer my phone before entering the drive thru lane. A woman went around me. I finished my call and pulled in behind her. She must have thought she cut me off and kindly paid for my coffee and breakfast wrap as an apology-- you don’t see that consideration often!, How very thoughtful of her. I had no way to thank her or to assure her that she did NOT cut me off. I took that amount of money I was going to pay for my meal, added to it and donated it to our food bank. I hope that it pays forward and the thoughtful lady reads this!!
Parking Illegally
I live on [local road] and there are “No Parking” signs up and down the street. My visitors obey the signs and park in the public parking lot or if it’s a quick stop, we use our flashers. Unfortunately, there have been numerous times that vehicles parking in front of [local address] were there for hours and even overnight!! Maybe a ticket or two would remedy the owners disregard for that parking. I also hope they don’t block the firetrucks trying to turn in or out of their parking lot. It’s been close a couple of times.
ink Before You Speak
There are amazing people today, so I don’t mean to overgeneralize, but let’s think before we speak, shall we?! When you call up a business to complain about a service that’s not really in their purview but you holler and yell over the phone, what does that accomplish?! Likely, the person answering the phone does not get paid enough to be berated for something out of their control. More power to the folks who can answer phone lines when customers are known to be upset more often than not, but to holler and yell at a receptionist who helps direct your calls and take down information to help you and your fellow humans, that’s really low.
Let’s remember to be civil. If that means we need to wait a moment to cool down before calling someone, so be it. You’ll catch more flies with honey, as the old adage goes.
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There’s so much happening at your local libraries!
Avon Free Library
143 Genesee Street • Avon (585) 226-8461 Fax: 226-6615 www.avonfreelibrary.org
M & Th 10-8; Tu & W 10-6; F 10-5; Sa 10-3
Lima Public Library
1872 Genesee St., Lima (585) 582-1311
M 10-noon & 1-8; Tu & Th 1-8; W 10-noon & 1-5; F 1-5; Sa 9-noon
Focus on the Children Serves the needs of children in Livingston County that cannot be met by any other agency, such as new beds and cribs, winter clothing and summer camp. www.focuschild.org
ACommunityBreakfast is held on4thSaturdaysfrom9-11am.All arewelcomeforfoodandfellowship.Afreewillofferingis accepted.EastBloomfieldUnited MethodistChurchat2ParkPlacein Bloomfield.
IS Female entrepreneurs are on the rise. A 2017 report from American Express found that female entrepreneurship grew by 114 percent between 1997 and 2017.
Visit our tables of local vendors and nonprofits focused on energy efficiency, sustainability and health & wellness.
Find resources on home energy assessments, green HVAC, electric vehicles, recycling, organic growing and reducing plastic use.
Discover opportunities for environmental action on the local, state and national levels. Questions? E-mail Christine Steerman at csteerman@me.com
Guidelines for Hometown Events
To Post Your Event:
Log in and submit your event online at www.gvpennysaver.com/calendar or in person at: 1471 Route 15, Avon, NY 14414 Submit your event by the Monday 2 weeks prior to publication date.
Events must occur on a specific date and time. Event submissions may not include businesses or schools seeking registration for classes or programs, or organizations seeking crafters, vendors, or item donations. Genesee Valley Penny Saver reserves the right to approve/reject events for publication. Events are published as space allows.
Parents who want to encourage their children to volunteer may find their efforts at doing so are more convincing if they volunteer themselves. A 2013 study published in the Journal of Adolescence examined the effects that parents who volunteer and talk about volunteering have on children. Researchers found that the children of volunteers were 27 percent more likely to volunteer than children whose parents did not volunteer. In addition, adolescents were 47 percent more likely to volunteer when their parents volunteered and talked about volunteering with their children.
Get a personal touch. Local business owners typically are inclined to go the extra mile for their customers and are personally invested in the services and products they are selling. As a result, shopping locally tends to be a personalized experience. Furthermore, a local business owner may be more amenable to ordering products for specific clientele. Such personalized service is typically not accessible when shopping big box stores or other shops where owners are off-site.
For Town and Village of Livonia Residents & Property Owners
Saturday, April 26, 2025 • 7-10 am
Livonia Town Barns, 50 Commercial St.
RULES:
• Coupons are needed & are available from the Town Clerk.
• Coupon is good for one truck, car, or trailer load.
• Limit one free coupon per property or household.
• Up to two more coupons can be purchased for $10 each.
• Must live or own property in the Village or Town of Livonia to participate. e Town of Livonia includes the hamlets of Lakeville, Hemlock, Livonia Center, South Livonia & parts of South Lima.
• Regular household refuse or recycling
• Electronic waste (computers, TVs, etc.)
• Leaves, tree limbs or yard clippings of any kind
• Anything that contains gas or refrigerants
• Fence wire, tires or car batteries
• Appliances (anything with a cord)
• Barrels or liquid paint (paint must be open & dried up with floor dry or kitty litter)
• Containers with flammable liquids
• Fluorescent bulbs
• Dead animals, animal waste or human waste
• Roofing shingles
• Electronics can be disposed of free of charge at the Batavia Casella location at 3785 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020
• Appliances may be dropped off at the Batavia Casella location at 3785 West Main Street, Batavia, NY 14020- there will be a fee per unit.
• Drop off hours are Wednesdays 8am-6pm & Saturdays 8am-2pm.
HOW CONSUMERS CAN SHOW THEIR SUPPORT FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES
Continue to be loyal: A recent study from researchers at the Harvard Business School found that a customer’s eighth purchase was an average of 80 percent higher than his or her first purchase. That highlights just how valuable repeat customers are to small businesses. Consumers who have had positive experiences with small businesses in their communities in the past can continue to support those companies by looking to them first when they need new products or services. Doing so not only helps small businesses retain more customers, but it increases the likelihood that consumers will again have positive buying experiences.
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Town & Village of Lima Residents
e Town & Village of Lima will be sponsoring
Cleanup Days
May 1st-May 3rd, 2025 • 8am – 12pm
Located at the Lima Town Highway Department
Dublin Street, Lima, New York
A permit is required. To obtain your permit stop by Town Hall or email Town Clerk Jennifer Heim at clerk@townoflima.org. You will be limited to one pickup truckload per household including electronics and a maximum of 3 TVs.
PLEASE BE ADVISED that the Town of Livonia Ambulance District #1 will be holding a bid opening on Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, at 7:00 PM by the Town of Livonia Ambulance District Commissioners, 4213 South Livonia Road, Livonia, New York 14487-0108. e bid is for a used 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe being sold in “as-is” condition by the Town of Livonia Ambulance District #1. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope with the Bidder's name and address noted on the outside, as well as the date and time of the bid opening. Questions can be directed to Director of Operations Bryan Allen @ (585) 346-6170 or bryan.allen@livoniaems.org. Photos are available to be viewed at https://rb.gy/4u21hj Bids may be mailed to the Town of Livonia Ambulance District #1, P.O. Box 108, Livonia, New York 14487-0108 or hand carried to the bid opening at the Town of Livonia Ambulance District Offices, 4213 South Livonia Road, Livonia, New York 14487-0108. Any bid received a er the stated time of the bid opening shall be considered unresponsive and le unopened. All bids must be accompanied by a non-collusive certificate executed pursuant to Section 103-d of the General Municipal Law.
e Livonia Ambulance District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids received .
Board of Commissioners
Chairperson/Co-Chairperson
Livonia Ambulance District
Dated: April 2, 2025
STRANGE BUT TRUE
By
Lucie Winborne
Each numbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
* Italian banker Gilberto Baschiera was a modern-day Robin Hood. Over a period of seven years, he secretly diverted 1 million euros from wealthy clients to poorer ones so they could qualify for loans. He made no profit from these dealings and avoided jail in 2018 with a plea bargain.
This program is partially funded by NYS Municipal Waste, Reduction, and Recycling grant.
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PERSONALITY ADJECTIVES
Earth Day Milestones
1970
First Earth Day celebration takes place in the U.S.
1990
Earth Day Canada is established, and a worldwide campaign mobilizes 200 million people in 141 countries to observe Earth Day.
2009
The United Nations recognizes Earth Day as International Mother Earth Day.
2020
Earth Day celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Eco Facts & Figures
279 billion tons of ice per year was lost by Greenland between 1993 and 2019, while Antarctica lost about 148 billion tons annually.
Source: NASA
Environmental Champions
Gaylord Nelson
A former U.S. senator, he is considered the founder of Earth Day.
Abhay Kumar
Poet, diplomat and writer, he penned “Earth Anthem,” widely considered to be the official song of Earth Day.
Rachel Carson
Writer of 1962’s Silent Spring, a book describing the impact of pesticides on the environment, she is considered by many to be the founder of the modern environmental movement.
Wangari Maathai
Environmental activist and founder of the Green Belt Movement in Africa, she helped plant over 30 million trees.
Chico Mendes
A conservationist who ignited international support for rainforest preservation in Brazil, he was assassinated for his work in 1988.
15 billion trees are cut down worldwide each year.
Source: National Geographic
1 reusable bag = 600 plastic bags
One reusable bag can prevent the use of 600 plastic bags in its lifetime.
Source: National Geographic
1 mile of walking = 1 pound of pollution prevention
Every mile walked instead of driven keeps nearly one pound of pollution out of the air.
Source: National Geographic
450 years is the potential breakdown period for a plastic bottle.
Source: National Geographic
30% increase in the acidity of surface ocean waters has been recorded since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Source: NASA
SECOND LEGAL NOTICE
TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE GENESEO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, Livingston County, New York
NOTICE IS GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Geneseo Central School District will be held at the Large Cafeteria at 4050 Avon Road, Geneseo, NY 14454 on May 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. for the presentation of the budget.
NOTICE IS GIVEN that the annual meeting (vote) of the qualified voters of the Geneseo Central School District, Livingston County, New York, will be held in the auditorium lobby at 4050 Avon Road, Geneseo, NY 14454 in said District on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., at which time the polls will be opened to vote upon the following propositions:
1. To elect two (2) members of the Board for a 3-year term commencing July 1, 2025, to succeed Michael Tenalio and Craig Phelps whose terms expire June 30, 2025.
2. Proposition #1 (Budget):
To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 2025-26 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.
3. Proposition #2 (Transportation):
Shall the Board of Education of the Geneseo Central School District be authorized to purchase and finance replacement student transportation vehicles, including, for each, necessary furnishings, fixtures and equipment and all other costs incidental thereto.
4. Proposition #3 (Capital Reserve):
Shall the Board of Education of the Geneseo Central School District be authorized to establish a Capital Reserve Fund pursuant to Section 3651 of the Education Law to be designated, “2025 Facilities Improvement Capital Reserve Fund” created to defray the cost of the construction and reconstruction of School District buildings and facilities, including original equipment, machinery, apparatus, appurtenances, furnishings and other incidental improvements and expenses in connection therewith, and in order to accomplish the same, the Board is hereby authorized to establish the ultimate amount of such Reserve Fund to be four million dollars ($4,000,000), inclusive of accrued interest and other investment earnings, with a probable term of ten (10) years, and to pay funds from the available fund balance, such other monies as the voters may direct, and/or other legally available funds of the School District to such Reserve Fund.
NOTICE IS GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required to fund the School District’s budget for the 2025-2026 school year, exclusive of public monies, and the tax exemption report may be obtained by any District resident at any district school buildings during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the election between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. except Saturday, Sunday, and holidays, and on the date of election. Copies of the statement may also be obtained at the Annual Meeting.
NOTICE IS GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Board of Education member must be filed with the District Clerk at her office in the Geneseo Central School District Office, no later than Monday, April 21, 2025, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Each petition shall be directed to the District Clerk and shall be signed by at least twenty-five (25) voters of the District and must state the name and residence of each signer.
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to Section 2018-f of the Education Law, applications for early mail ballots may be obtained at the Office of the District Clerk of the School District, during all days in which the School District is in session. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk by May 14, 2025, if the early mail ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the early mail ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the Office of the District Clerk the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than May 19, 2025. No early mail voter’s ballot will be canvassed unless it has been received in the Office of the District Clerk of the School District no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2025. A list of all persons to whom early ballots have been issued will be available in the Office of the District Clerk’s office during office hours on and after May 15, 2025 until May 19, 2025, except on Sunday, May 18, 2025, and the list will also be posted at the polling place at the Annual Meeting. A challenge to an early voting ballot may not be made on the basis that the voter should have applied for an absentee ballot.
AND NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots for voting on the above-referenced propositions may be applied for at the District Clerk’s office, 4050 Avon Road, Geneseo, NY 14454. Any such application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the date of the vote if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before such vote if the ballot is to be picked up personally by the voter. A list of all persons to whom absentee and military ballots shall have been issued will be available for public inspection during regular business hours in the office of the District Clerk during each of the five days through the date of the election, except Sundays. Absentee ballots must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2025.
NOTICE IS GIVEN that military voters who are qualified voters of the School District may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application from the District Clerk at 585-243-3450 or morgancarson@geneseocsd.org. For a military voter to be issued a military ballot, the District Clerk must have received a valid ballot application no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2025. In a request for a military ballot application or ballot, the military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the application or ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or email.
District Clerk
Morgan Carson School District: Geneseo Central School
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All real estate advertised in the Genesee Valley Penny Saver is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. Fair Housing Enforcement Project Monroe County Legal Assistance Center 1 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14614 (585) 325-2500 • www.lawny.org
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Chattanooga, TN. The draw of Nashville may be strong, but nearby Chattanooga also can be an entertaining place to enjoy some southern hospitality. Chattanooga is centrally located to many areas in the United States. Chattanooga hosts the Tennessee Aquarium, which has a large freshwater aquarium and an opportunity to touch sturgeon, which is an ancient fish species.
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APRIL 9TH If you see Janette, wish her a happy birthday! From your friends at Morgan Estates
HOW SMALL BUSINESSES CAN MAKE THE MOST OF LOCAL MARKETS
Balance engagement with patience: NFIB® recommends that business owners tone down their sales efforts without coming off as disengaged. Warmly welcome visitors to the booth or stall and express a willingness to discuss products customers appear interested in. But keep in mind that many people attend festivals and marketplaces to browse, so give them space after welcoming them to the booth.
TO KNOW WHEN BUYING FROM A PRIVATE SELLER
that such vehicles are rarely under warranty when put up for sale, and sellers likely won’t guarantee parts. That underscores the importance of having a vehicle thoroughly examined by a certified mechanic before buying it. Private sellers should have no issue allowing this, especially when buyers pay for the inspections. If sellers are unwilling to let mechanics inspect the car, look elsewhere for your next car or truck.
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HOW TO ROAD TRIP IN AN ELECTRIC CAR Drive in moderate weather: The software experts at Geotab note that cold weather affects EV range. Though battery thermal management systems have been designed to keep batteries within an optimal temperature range to minimize loss in battery performance, battery range is adversely affected when driving in extreme cold. Geotab notes that 70 F is the trip efficiency sweet spot.
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TO FIND A CAR THAT FITS YOUR BUDGET Wait it out - Those with the luxury of time may continue to wait for inventory to increase and prices to decrease. Tech experts, including Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger, expect chip shortages to persist into 2024. If a person’s vehicle is in good condition, it may be more economical to hold on to it a little longer and do the maintenance required.
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HOLY THURSDAY
Holy Thursday is sometimes referred to as “Covenant Thursday,” “Maundy Thursday” or “Thursday of Mysteries.” Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the apostles. According to Catholic News Agency, Holy Thursday might be one of the most important, complex and profound days of celebration in the Catholic Church. Holy Thursday celebrates the institution of the Eucharist as the true body and blood of Jesus Christ and the institution of the sacrament of the priesthood.
Sundays at 9:30 am
The Holy Week Schedule
Palm Sunday Services
8:00 & 10:00am • Sunday, April 13
Good Friday Service
7:00pm • Friday, April 18
Easter Vigil
8:00pm • Saturday, April 19
Easter Sunday Service
10:00am • Sunday, April 20
There will be no 8:00am service on Easter Sunday
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church
23 Main St., Geneseo • 585-243-1220
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Palm Sunday, April 13 at 9:30am
Maundy ursday Supper Service, April 17 at 6pm
Good Friday, April 18 at 7pm
Easter Sunday, April 20 at 9:30am
Breakfast following the service
Services are also livestreamed at: www.facebook.com/sttimothygeneseo
First Presbyterian Church of Livonia 3837 Center St., Livonia, NY 14487 (585) 346 - 5075
GOOD FRIDAY
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Jesus was condemned by his peers as King Herod and Pontius Pilate had found him not guilty of his crimes. But crowds were enraged, and Pilate reluctantly ordered his crucifixion rather than face a mass riot.
Worship With Us IN PERSON AT 10:00 AM
Easter Worship Service
York United Presbyterian Church 2662 Main St., York, NY • 243-1266
Available on the YouTube channel: “York United Presbyterian Church.” Pastor: Rev. Michelle Sumption • All are welcome!
Easter Worship Services Easter Worship Services
Easter Worship Services
Holy Thursday • 7:00pm
Good Friday • 7:00pm
Easter Sunday
Livonia Community Church
Easter Sunday
Pancake Breakfast at 9:00am ( ee will offering)
Worship Service at 10:30am
Lutheran Church of Epiphany 6050 Avon-Lima Rd. Rt 5&20 East Avon • 226-2200
The Center Church at the Lakeville Fire Training Grounds 5939 Stone Hill Rd., Lakeville, NY 14480
EASTER SYMBOLISM COMPLEMENTS THE HOLIDAY
Tradition plays an important role in Easter celebrations for many families. Cherished traditions and symbols of Easter may include anything from egg hunts to lilies to lambs. Understanding the importance behind these symbols can make sharing the miracle of Easter that much more special. Eggs are one of the more recognizable symbols of Easter. For Easter egg hunts, eggs are hard-boiled and decorated in bright hues. It’s believed that the origins of Easter eggs are both secular and religious. From the secular (once pagan) perspective, the egg is an ancient symbol of new life, according to The History Channel, and has been associated with pagan festivals that celebrate spring. Some Christians feel that Easter eggs represent Christ’s emergence from the tomb and his subsequent resurrection. Eggs were once a food not consumed during Lent, therefore painting and decorating them to mark the end of fasting and penance became a way to celebrate Easter.
The crucifix is one of the central symbols of Easter and Christianity. The cross is a symbol of Christ’s crucifixion and sacrifice. The crucifix also highlights the ability of God to give new life to people after death.
In addition to wearing and displaying the cross during Easter, some people bake “hot cross buns” as another symbol of the season.
The Easter bunny is very much a secular symbol of the holiday, but one that has become so ingrained with the season that many people ascribe to it a Christian meaning. Pagan celebrations of spring often linked rabbits or hares with the season because of their fertility and ability to bring forth new life. According to the Christian living resource Crosswalk, believers associate the rabbit coming out of its underground home as a symbol of Christ emerging from the tomb.
Lilies are often exchanged during Easter celebrations or presented as hostess gifts for those sharing the holiday meal with others. The American Bible Society says lilies grow in the spring around the time when Easter is typically celebrated. Also, because they look like trumpets, they can be a symbol that heralds Christ’s resurrection.
The lamb is another symbol associated with Easter. Lambs were originally associated with the Jewish holiday of Passover, when lambs were sacrificed and their blood was used to mark which houses contained those faithful to God. As a result of his crucifixion, Christ became the symbolic lamb for all - the ultimate sacrifice. In fact, Christ is often referred to as “The Lamb of God.”
Easter is replete with many recognized symbols. Unearthing their meanings can be a learning experience and a way to further immerse oneself in this holy holiday.
Pastor John Zatkiewicz • Associate Pastor omas Hamblen Worship 11am • Sunday School 9:45am • Word of Life Kids & Teen Program & Adult Study 6pm • Wednesday Prayer & Praise 6:30pm
Grace Baptist Church
Pastor David eobald 9316 Main Street, Dansville, NY 14437 585-335-6190
Sunday School 9:15 AM; Worship Service 10:30 AM Wednesday Prayer Meeting/Kids Block/Youth Group 7:00 PM www.gracebcdansville.org
New Life Baptist Church
1721 US-20A (Leicester Rd.), Leicester, NY 14481
Pastor David Ritz • (585) 257-0957 • newlifebaptistemail@gmail.com
Worship Service: 10:30am • Tuesday Bible Study: 6:30pm Family Fun Night: 1st Friday every month, 6:30pm Handicap accessible, Sunday School K-8, Mother’s Room available for small kids. Find us on Facebook at New Life Baptist Church!
CATHOLIC
Sts. Mary & Matthew Faith Community
St. Mary’s, Honeoye • St. Matthew, Livonia www.stsmaryandmatthew.com - Rev. William Laird 9am Daily Masses: Mon. & Wed. at St. Matthew • Tues. & urs. at St. Mary’s Weekend Schedule: Sat. - 3:30pm Reconciliation, 4:30pm Mass at St. Matthew • Sun. - 8:30am Mass at St. Mary’s, 10:30am Mass at St. Matthew
St. Luke the Evangelist Parish
Sat. 4:00 pm at St. Lucy, Retsof • Sun. 8:00 am at St. Mary, Geneseo Sun. 8:15 am at Holy Angels, Nunda • Sun. 10 am at St. Patrick, Mt. Morris • Sun. 10:15 am at St. Mary, Geneseo
Daily Masses: Mon. 8:00 am at St. Mary, Tues. at St. Patrick, Wed. & Fri. at St. omas Aquinas
St. Agnes, St. Rose, St. Paul of the Cross saintagnespaulrose.org • 226-2100
Saturday: 4pm at St. Agnes in Avon
Sunday: 8am at St. Rose in Lima
Sunday: 9:45am at St. Paul of the Cross in Honeoye Falls
Sunday: 11:30am at St. Agnes in Avon
IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Holy Family Catholic Community
Office: 206 Fremont St., Wayland, NY 14572 • 728-2228
Mass Schedule: Sat. 4pm @ St. Mary’s, 40 Elizabeth St., Dansville Sun. 7:30am @ St. Joseph’s, 206 Fremont St., Wayland Sun. 9:15am @ Sacred Heart, 11119 Chapel St., Perkinsville Sun. 11am @ St. Pius, 35 Maple Ave., Cohocton
CHURCH OF NAZARENE
Service: Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Bible Study: Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Phone: 585-376-0749
COMMUNITY CHURCH
41 Spring St., 346-5290; Pastor Benjamin Nickels
Bible Study – all ages 9:45am; Worship Service 10:30am Livoniacommunitychurch.org
EPISCOPAL
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church
23 Main Street, Geneseo 243-1220 • www.stmikesgeneseo.org
Sunday 8:00 AM in chapel & 10:00 AM in church; Wednesday 12 Noon Livestream from www.stmikesgeneseo.org at 10:00 AM, Sundays.
Zion Episcopal Church
10 Park Place (on the Circle), Avon • (585) 226-3722 zionepiscopalchurchavon.org
Sunday Worship and Holy Communion 10:00am Online Facebook: facebook.com/Zionchurchavon Sunday School (Pre-K-12) 9:00am
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
25 Clara Barton Street • Box 127 Dansville, NY 14437 • 585-335-5434 stpetesdansville.org • Handicap accessible Sunday Service @ 10:30am
FAITH and WORSHIP
LUTHERAN
Pastor Lisa Frauens • pastorlisaf@gmail.com • sttimothylutherangeneseo.org
Sunday worship 9:30AM, & Live Streamed: www.facebook.com/sttimothygeneseo Intergenerational Sunday School, 10:30am 1st Sunday of the month Oct-May. Accessible building with hearing loop available.
Lutheran Church of the Epiphany LCMS
6050 East Avon-Lima Rd. (Rt. 5 & 20), E. Avon • 226-2200
Pastor Clayton Zuber
Facebook: epiphanyavon • Handicap Accessible Sunday Worship and Sunday School 10:30am
METHODIST
United Methodist Church of Livonia
Pastor: Sung Ho Lee • 21 Summers St., Livonia • (585) 346-3511
E-mail: UMCLivonia@gmail.com • Website: UMCL.us Sunday Worship and Sunday School (Pre-K-5th grade): 9AM. Nursery care available. e service is live-streamed at the website www.umcl.us or on Facebook www.facebook.com/UMCLivonia Youth Group (6th-12th grade) Sundays 6:00-7:30PM.
8:30am Non-Traditional, 10:30am Traditional, 9:30am coffee hour Sunday School classes for all ages • Nursery care provided Now “Looped” for the Hearing Impaired Worship services available via Zoom - more info at www.geneseomethodist.com “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors” • Handicapped accessible
Worship: Sundays in church at 10am, Facebook Live 10:10am
Radio Ministry: 7:30am Sundays on 1040AM or 92.1FM To join us for worship or anytime on our website.
IN YOUR COMMUNITY
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
585-245-3334 • Sunday at 10am. All are welcome. Bible Study - Every Saturday at 9:30am See what the Lord can do in your life. www.holygroundministries.org
Sunday Worship: In person at 10:00 AM; Via Zoom at 10:00 AM (www.eastavonchurch.com)
Everyone is always welcome!!
First Presbyterian Church of Livonia Center
P.O. Box 105 | 3837 Center Street | Livonia, NY 14487
Phone: (585) 346-5075
Pastor: Jerry Swain CP | Sunday Worship 9:30 am
Streaming live on Facebook: Livonia Presbyterian Church, Livonia Center, NY Website: Livonianypres.org
Avon Central Presbyterian Church
Pastor Carin Farmer • 133 Genesee St., Avon • 226-2626
Sunday Worship 10:00am (July & August - 9:00am) Children’s Sunday School during Worship (Sept.-May). Nursery provided • All are welcome! • cpcavon@frontier.com
Sunday Radio Ministry: 8:30 am at 1040 AM or 92.1 FM and 95.5 FM
Central Presbyterian Church of Geneseo Corner 2nd & Center St. • 243-0669
Reverend Laurie Tiberi, interim pastor Sunday Worship at 10am @ www.cpcgeneseo.org Sunday School and Nursery provided.
IN YOUR COMMUNITY
UNITED CHURCH
Worship 10:00am
Children Sunday School 10:20am
FB - South Livonia UCC
Lakeville United Church of Christ
5687 Big Tree Rd., Lakeville • 346-5235
www.facebook.com/Lakevilleucc
Sunday Worship at 10:30am
All are welcome/Open and Affirming Church.
CALIFORNIA SWEET POTATO BLUEBERRY YOGURT MUFFINS
(NAPSI) — If you’re looking for a healthy start to your day, give California Sweet Potato Blueberry Yogurt Muffins a try. Chock full of nutrient-dense ingredients such as blueberries, yogurt and whole wheat, these powerhouse muffins have a secret ingredient: shredded California sweet potatoes. A designated superfood, California sweet potatoes are loaded with vitamins, minerals and fiber. Plus, they keep the muffins moist and tender and add just the right amount of sweetness.
Bake a dozen (or more) and store in individual bags in the freezer for a healthy portable breakfast the entire household will enjoy.
California Sweet Potato Blueberry Yogurt Muffins
Makes 24 regular or 10 jumbo muffins
4 large eggs
1 1/2 c plain yogurt
1/2 c butter, melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 c all-purpose flour
1 1/2 c whole wheat flour
2 c shredded sweet potatoes
1 c sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 c blueberries
Preheat oven to 375° F. Coat muffin tins with nonstick spray.
In large bowl, whisk eggs, yogurt, butter and vanilla. In medium bowl, combine flours, sweet potatoes, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Mix flour mixture into egg mixture. Gently stir in blueberries.
Divide batter between 24 regular or 10 jumbo muffin cups. Bake until golden brown and set, about 25 minutes for regular muffins or 30 for jumbo.
For more recipes & info about California sweet potatoes, visit www.casweetpotatoes.com.
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Book lovers also can channel their passions for the written word into a rewarding hobby. While reading might not seem like the most social activity, readers who want to use their love of books to grow their social networks can start a book club. People of all ages and backgrounds love to read, so starting a book club can be a great way to meet an array of people.
Readers also can call their local libraries or schools to ask about reading programs for children. Volunteer to read to youngsters, helping the next generation discover the wonders of reading.
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THE HISTORY OF BOUTONNIÈRES
Men wear boutonnières on special occasions, including weddings, religious ceremonies and prom night. At weddings, the groom and his groomsmen typically boutonnières. But some historians believe men have not always worn flowers strictly on special occasions. Some believe the modern-day boutonnière traces its lineage to sporting events in ancient civilizations, including Egypt. During those times, men might have worn certain colored flowers as a show of support for particular participants in sporting events, not unlike how many modern sports fans wear team shirts, jerseys and other attire to display their support for their favorite teams. But according to GentlemansGazette.com, the boutonnières of today likely started appearing just a few centuries ago. A 1771 painting of British Captain William Wade by the artist Thomas Gainsborough depicted Wade wearing a bouquet of flowers in his top buttonhole. And in the 19th century, men’s fashion included coats that folded over the top, revealing the inside of the buttonhole. Boutonnières provided an aesthetically appealing way to cover up that buttonhole.
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Peaceful Backyard Retreat
Backyards have become valuable spaces that enhance both home value and quality of life. Features like outdoor kitchens, TVs, and showers can increase a home’s market value by 3.1%, but the real benefits come from creating a peaceful retreat. To start, refresh the landscape by trimming overgrown trees and hedges to improve flow, and aim for a balance of sun and shade. Consider adding multiple gathering areas, such as an outdoor kitchen and a quiet reading nook, for versatility.
For added relaxation, include a water feature like a fountain or hot tub, which helps calm the mind. Ensure comfort with shaded areas—install pergolas, umbrellas, or plant shade trees to protect from the sun. With these quick tips, you can create a functional, peaceful backyard retreat that everyone will enjoy.
By Fifi Rodriguez
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Word is that Social Security is going to “claw back” any overpayment to the tune of 100% of the monthly benefit check until it’s all paid back, inciting panic across the land.
But it’s not necessarily true.
That recovery of benefits will only affect overpayments that began on March 27 of this year. Yes, they’ll take full payments until that overpayment is repaid. But any overpayments made prior to that date will be made at the rate that was in place before: 10% of the benefit check.
So, if your check is usually $1,000, the amount they’ll take out is $100, not your full check. It will be the same if you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI). They’ll take 10%, not the full check.
Not that having any amount deducted will be easy.
Before you start to panic that you might get the dreaded “overpayment” letter from Social Security, here are a few facts, courtesy of a report by Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General:
Overpayment (and even underpayment) doesn’t happen very often, in less than 1% of benefits paid.
There are two main reasons why an error can occur: People report the wrong information about their income or fail to make corrections if there are changes (especially those who are under full retirement age and still working), and there are problems with Social Security’s processing, specifically errors made when workers enter the data.
If you receive the overpayment letter, you might be able to waive the recovery of the amount owed, especially if the overpayment was not your fault. Go to the Social Security website and look for SSA form 632 (www.ssa. gov/forms/ssa-632.html). If that doesn’t go well, you can appeal by using SSA form 561 (www.ssa.gov/forms/ssa-561.html).
You can also try calling them at 800-772-1213. If that doesn’t work, look for a Social Security office in your area by going to secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main. jsp and putting in your ZIPp code.
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Broadening one’s horizons through crafting can be a worthwhile pursuit. Crafting can serve as a relaxing pastime and provide an opportunity to learn rewarding skills. Learning to crochet is one way for men and women to combine creativity and practicality. Crochet is a form of handwork using yarn and a crochet hook. According to the Crochet Guild of America, there’s no way to know just how old the art of crochet is. However, crochet expert Annie Potter has said the modern form of the art originated in the 16th century, primarily in France and England. Others surmise crocheting traces its origins to Arabia before it spread westward through various Mediterranean trade routes.
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expresses their sincere gratitude to family friends, coworkers, and the community for the outpouring of support we received following the death of our beloved father, life partner, and son, Sean. ank you for the cards, donations, food, and words of kindness. ere are no adequate words to express our deep appreciation.
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Sallie Jo Chiasson, 66, of Mt. Morris, NY, passed away peacefully in Bradenton, Florida, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 2, 1958, in Dansville, NY, Sallie dedicated many years of her life to serving others through her work with the Finger Lakes DDSO for the state of New York. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many.
Sallie is survived by her loving husband, Peter Chiasson; her daughters, Heather Machanoff (Joshua) and Jennifer DioGuardi (Richard); stepchildren, Michelle Chiasson and Joseph Chiasson; and her beloved grandchildren, Logan, Lucas, Hayden, Lilly, and Colin. She is also survived by her sister, Diana Denby, and brother,Terry Hagan. She was preceded in death by her sister, Constance Taylor, and parents, William and Irene Hagan.
Sallie found great joy in spending time with her grandchildren, traveling, and having her feet in the sand. Her warmth, generosity, and adventurous spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
A celebration of Sallie’s life will be held on April 26 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Genesee River Reception Center, Mt. Morris, NY. A ceremony in remembrance will begin at 1:30 PM, with shared memories followed by a reception with food.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to Golisano Children’s Hospital Cleft and Craniofacial Center at https://tinyurl.com/ cchc28xa , or to theTransplant House of Cleveland.
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Avon Teacher Sara Brown Pens Heartfelt Stories that Inspire Kindness in Young Readers
BY SUZIE WELLS
I have learned so many valuable lessons and enjoyed so many special moments with my students and publishing my books is how I can share those experiences with the world.
SARA BROWN
In the cozy corners of Avon Central School’s pre-K classrooms, children are not just learning their ABCs –they’re discovering the power of empathy and kindness, thanks in part to their devoted teacher,
Brown, a Livonia graduate, went ontoHoughtonUniversityforher BS in Education, SUNY Geneseo for her MSEd as a Reading Teacher, and earned her Graduate Certificate from Johns Hopkins University in Mind, Brain, and Teaching. She taught for nine years at Lima Christian School and now has spent nearly two decades teaching kindergarten and pre-kindergarten in Avon.
She says she draws deep inspiration from experience in the classroom and with her published children’s books, she seeks to instill kindness and empathy in young children and encourage them to practice these virtues in their daily life.
Brown’s latest children’s book, Definitely: A Story of Kindness and Empathy, released in March, delivers a poignantmessageaboutcompassionandunderstanding in a way that young children – and the adults reading with them – can definitely connect with.
She explains that “Definitely grew from the story of one group of students who were particularly empathetic and kind. at year, I was touched on a daily basis by the way they cared for each other. at kind of empathy is rare in children so young... I knew I wanted to share their story and the kindness of their hearts. Definitely was written for them and about them and I hope that through its pages, others will understand how small acts of kindness and understanding can impact others in very big ways.”
Brown’spassionforstorytellingdatesbacktoherown childhood in Lima, where she remembers teaching and telling stories to a class of stuffed animals and toy dolls under a willow tree when she was five. at cherished memory launched her career inspiring real students and later became the namesake for her imprint, Willow Tree Tales.
Her love of reading began early, too, with books like A Child’s Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson and e Poky Little Puppy leaving lasting impressions. She fondly recalls kindergarten rest time spent practicing her alphabet and listening to stories featuring alphabet puppets.
Brown’s writing process is rooted in real-life classroom experiences. Many of her stories begin as funny or heartwarming moments shared with her family at the end of the school day. She jots down ideas, develops a rough manuscript, and eventually refines the story through rounds of peer feedback and professional editing before publication.
Before Definitely, Brown launched her Madelyn and Miguel’s Language Learning Journey series –books inspired by her pre-K students’ experiences learning new languages. When she couldn’t find the right teaching resources, she created them herself. Illustrator Uliana Barabash brought the stories to life, and what began as Madelyn’s Crayons blossomed into a four-book set. Now, Brown is working on a companion series featuring Madelyn’s brother, Miguel.
Brown finds herself consistently incorporating themes of kindness and connection within her children’s books, and she says that’s because as children develop their sense of self and relationships with other people, “Books give them a safe place to talk about big feelings, practice conflict resolution, and explore new ideas.” She adds that her pre-K students love to talk about their pets, so they unsurprisingly integrate stories about people and their pets.
Beyond the pages of her books, Brown’s love for children and education is evident, as she says, “My favorite part of being a teacher is my students... watching them work so hard at wondering, problem-
Share your original stories about local heroes, community events, school achievements, or hidden gems–email your story idea to hometown@gvpennysaver.com!
solving, trying new things, exploring new ideas... the growth young children make in a single year is astounding... much of their learning is done through play and exploration and they typically find so much joy in that process. ey light up with surprise at discoveries, love celebrating successes together, and their enthusiasm is contagious!”
To Brown, publishing is all about sharing stories that matter. “I have learned so many valuable lessons and enjoyed so many special moments with my students and publishing my books is how I can share those experiences with the world,” she says.
“Your children are beautiful and precious,” she tells the community. “We can value the kindness in their hearts and encourage them to share it with others. Read books with your children and talk about the lessons within the stories. Listen to your children, learn from them, and encourage them to tell their own stories. Learn your children’s gi s and encourage them to work hard at things that inspire them. Applaud their effort. It will rarely be perfect on the first try... just keep going and don’t give up!”
Brown recently shared her books at the Young Readers Festival in Hemlock, and she is coordinating events at local libraries. To stay updated or connect, find her on Facebook (Sara Brown Books) or reach out via email at hello@sarabrownbooks.com.
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By Keith Roach, M.D.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old woman in good health with low blood pressure, and the only medication I take is levothyroxine. A 6-by-5.5-mm aneurysm was discovered in my brain, and the scan shows one lobular protrusion that may be of concern for rupture.
I am trying to decide if I should go through with a procedure, but I am not sure about the effectiveness, risks, and possible post-procedure adverse reactions. It is my understanding that these coils have been on the market for a while, and I was wondering which product is best if this information is available. I was informed that the coil is made of platinum.
Two last questions: Does the coil lead to clotting, causing the aneurysm to be occluded? What prevents blood clots from entering the vascular system in the brain and causing problems? -- I.C.
ANSWER: An aneurysm is a weakening in the wall of the artery, which causes part of the artery to enlarge. If the enlargement is big enough, a person is at risk for rupture, which causes a bleed inside the brain that can lead to a potentially devastating stroke, depending on the size and location of the aneurysm.
When the aneurysm is big enough to be concerned for rupture, they are considered for repair, which can be done through the surgical placement of a clip or by placing a platinum coil inside the aneurysm. This is done endovascularly, meaning that a catheter is placed in the affected artery. Under a fluoroscopy (a real-time X-ray), the coil is opened up. This causes a clot in the aneurysm, which protects the thinned wall from enlarging further and reduces the risk of rupture.
You are quite right that the clot can propagate and break off. A large study showed that this can happen up to 9% of the time, but newer techniques and medications to prevent this complication have the potential to reduce it further.
Your neurosurgeon needs to weigh the risk of a clot or rupture during the procedure against the benefit of preventing a spontaneous rupture of the aneurysm. This takes judgment, and only your doctor can make this call based on the precise characteristics of your aneurysm and your overall medical condition.
I will note that the risk of rupture or a clot breaking off are lower when the aneurysm hasn’t ruptured, compared to when the procedure is done as an emergency. You also have to rely on your surgeon to choose the best product for you. Unfortunately, there aren’t studies to guide the decision, so it’s left to clinical judgment. With my own patients, I defer to the surgeon.
Dr. Roach regrets that he
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The Rochester area and Finger Lakes region is known for their vibrant festivals, scenic attractions, and events throughout the year. As we come out of hibernation this year, what do you look forward to exploring in the next few months?
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Poll ends 04-15-2025
Poll ended 04-08-2025
This week, a 25% tariff on imports of automobiles and certain automobile parts is set to go into effect. Data on the potential impact of tariffs such as these may help or hurt the American economy and its people. What is your take on the affect at this point?
56.1% Tariffs such as these will significantly impact the economy negatively
2.4% Tariffs such as these may have a negative impact
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