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THIS SPRING, IT’S ALL ABOUT THAT BASS FISHING -AND YOUR BASIC GEAR WEAR A BASE LAYER. A thin T-shirt is a must as a base layer, better if it is made of fabric that wicks away moisture. There are even some that are made to be water repellent and stain resistant with anti-odor properties for those in warmer climes. Since this is the layer that is in direct contact with your skin, you want something that will allow moisture to escape as you sweat.

DID YOU KNOW?

The American Association of Poison Control Centers says that fatal and nonfatal poisonings overwhelmingly occur among adults. This is largely attributed to the opioid epidemic in the United States and overdoses linked to prescription medications. The National Safety Council says more than 90 percent of nonfatal poisonings and 99 percent of fatalities attributed to poisonings occur in adults older than 19.The NSC says that, in 2019, the most recent year for data, there were 65,773 preventable poisoning deaths in the United States.

When looking for a new hobby, adults may ﬁnd that activities that suit their personalities tend to be the most rewarding.

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Hummus provides a delicious and healthy alternative to less nutritional dips. Versatile and available in various ﬂavors, hummus can be whipped up at home for those who prefer to make their own dips. The following recipe for “Garbanzo-Carrot Hummus with Grilled Yogurt Flatbread” from James Campbell Caruso’s “España: Explore the Flavors of Spain” (Gibbs Smith) includes some Moroccan ﬂavors that give this easy-toprepare recipe a truly unique taste.

Garbanzo-Carrot Hummus with Grilled Yogurt Flatbread

Makes 2 cups

2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped

Salt

1 cup cooked garbanzo beans, drained

4 teaspoons chopped cilantro plus 1 teaspoon for garnish

2 tablespoons chopped red onion

21/2 teaspoons ground cumin

11/2 teaspoons ground coriander seeds

2 tablespoons lemon juice

4 teaspoons olive oil

2 teaspoons chile ﬂakes

2 teaspoons Moroccan Spice Blend (see below)

Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 batch Yogurt Flatbread (see below)

In a medium saucepan, combine the carrots with 2 quarts water and 2 teaspoons salt. Bring the mixture to a boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until the carrots are tender. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the carrots to drain and cool in a colander.

Combine carrots and remaining ingredients, except for Yogurt Flatbread, in the work bowl of a food processor and puree until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper and garnish with the remaining cilantro. Serve with fresh, hot Yogurt Flatbread cut in wedges.

Moroccan Spice Blend

Makes about 2 tablespoons

In a small resealable glass or plastic container, combine 1 teaspoon each of: ground cumin, ground turmeric, saffron threads, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground smoked paprika, ﬁnely grated lemon peel.

1 cup all-purpose ﬂour

Yogurt Flatbread

Serves 4

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon coarse salt

21/2 cups plain yogurt

Olive oil

Sift the ﬂour, baking powder and salt into the work bowl of a stand mixer ﬁtted with the dough hook. Add the yogurt and mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Cover the work bowl and allow the dough to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium. Scrape the dough from the work bowl and turn it out onto a lightly ﬂoured surface. Roll the dough into a long log and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and use a rolling pin or tortilla press to ﬂatten it into a 1/4-inch-thick tortilla shape. Brush each “tortilla” lightly with olive oil. Grill each for about 40 seconds then turn and cook another 40 seconds.

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“Remi” is a Golden Retriever that has a very calm demeanor, except when sees (or hears) the word frisbee! He loves to explore, whether going “bye-bye” in the car or rides on the four-wheeler.

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Tips for camping safely with your dog

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My partner and I are ﬁrst-time campers, planning to go on our ﬁrst outing in late May at a state park. We have an adult dog, “JayJay,” who will come along with us. What tips do you have to keep him safe and having fun all weekend?

– Kerry in Atlanta

DEAR KERRY: Camping with your dog can be a lot of fun if you prepare correctly. Keep some key points in mind:

– Make sure your dog doesn’t bother other campers.

– Ensure that your dog is leashed and under control at all times.

– Clean up after your dog.

– Make sure your dog has ample water, food and bedding.

One way to prepare is to set up a test camp in your backyard, if you can. Set up your tent and set out all of the items you’ll be using during the outing -- cooler, chairs, stoves, etc. Put JayJay on his leash and walk him all through the mock campsite, and into the tent, so that he gets familiar with all of these things. Then roll out your sleeping mat and bedding inside the tent, including JayJay’s bedding, and climb in. Let JayJay roam the tent interior and have him lie down on his bedding. (This is also the perfect time to test all your new gear, put sealer on the tent seams, and shake things down.)

Once at camp, follow the campsite rules about pets. JayJay will need to be on a leash anytime he’s outside. It’s important that he comes back when you call him, if he gets loose. If you’re worried about your dog barking at night, try to book a campsite that is farther away from others.

Cats are stealth and lovable but somewhat unpredictable. Ancient Egyptians revered cats for their companionship and ability to keep dangerous creatures such as poisonous snakes, rats and scorpions at bay. The Egyptians were among the ﬁrst peoples to domesticate cats, and now thousands upon thousands of people share their homes with feline companions.

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DID YOU KNOW?

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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NOTICE OF VICTOR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET HEARING and ANNUAL VOTE AND ELECTION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, as authorized by Education Law, a public hearing for the purposes of discussion of the expenditure of funds and the budgeting therefor will be held in the Victor Junior/ Senior High School Performing Arts Center, 953 High Street, Victor, NY, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. for the qualiﬁed voters of the Victor Central School District.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that voting on budget and election of members of the Board of Education will take place in the Boardroom of Victor Early Childhood School on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that a statement of the amount of money that will be required for the ensuing year for school purposes, exclusive of public moneys, may be obtained during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding the annual budget vote and election from the District website or by contacting the District Clerk at (585) 924-3252 ext. 1402 or districtclerk@victorschools.org.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a Bond Proposition in substantially the following form shall be presented to the qualiﬁed voters of the District at such Annual District Meeting and Election:

BOND PROPOSITION

RESOLVED:

(a) at the Board of Education of the Victor Central School District, in the Counties of Ontario, Monroe and Wayne, New York (the “District”), is hereby authorized to purchase various school buses for use by the District; and to expend therefor, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and to the ﬁnancing thereof, an amount not to exceed the estimated total cost of $1,527,304;

(b) at a tax is hereby voted in the aggregate amount of not to exceed $1,527,304 to pay such cost, said tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by said Board of Education; and

(c) at in anticipation of said tax, bonds of the District are hereby authorized to be issued in the principal amount of not to exceed $1,527,304 and a tax is hereby voted to pay the interest on said bonds as the same shall become due and payable.

Such Bond Proposition shall appear on the ballots used for voting at said Annual District Meeting and Election in substantially the following form:

BOND PROPOSITION

YES NO

RESOLVED:

AND NOTICE IS GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates to fill three vacancies on the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District, or her designee, in the District Office no later than 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 21, 2025.

Each petition must have been directed to the Clerk of the District, must have been signed by at least twentyﬁve (25) qualiﬁed voters of the District, must have stated the residence of each signer, and the name and address of the candidate.

e following vacancies are to be ﬁlled on the Board of Education:

a) One for a three year term (incumbent Tim DeLucia)

b) One for a three year term (incumbent Lisa Kostecki)

c) One for a three year term (incumbent Elizabeth Mitchell)

AND NOTICE IS GIVEN that all qualiﬁed individuals who wish to vote in any voting matter of the District must be registered and be listed on the District’s voter registration at the time of the vote. Residents of the Victor Central School District who are registered, at their current address, to vote in general, county-wide elections and who have not had such registration canceled, will be automatically placed on the District

voter register and need not pre-register to vote in School District votes.

AND NOTICE IS ALSO GIVEN that the Board of Registration shall meet to prepare the register of School District voters and any person shall be entitled to have his/her name placed upon such register provided that at such meeting he/she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or therea er entitled to vote at the school election for which such register is prepared. Pre-registration of voters will be held at the District Oﬃce, 953 High Street, on the following date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

e register of eligible voters will be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District for five days immediately preceding the vote, except May 18, which is a Sunday. e hours for such inspection are between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on May 14, 15, 16, and 19, and by prior appointment on Saturday, May 17.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that pursuant to Section 2018-e of the Education Law, applications for absentee/early mail ballots may be obtained at the Office of the District Clerk of the Victor Central School District, during all days in which the School District is in session. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than April 21, 2025 and by May 13, 2025, if the absentee/early mail ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the absentee/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 absentee/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 absentee/early ballots have been issued will be available in the Office of the District Clerk between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on and a er May 14, 2025 until May 19, 2025, except on Saturday May 17, 2025, by prearranged appointment and not on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Any qualified voter may file a written challenge of the qualifications of a voter whose name appears on such list, stating the reasons for the challenge. A challenge to an early voting ballot may not be made on the basis that the voter should have applied for an absentee ballot.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualiﬁed voter of the Victor Central School District

by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, by mail to District Clerk, Victor Central School District, 953 High Street, Victor, NY, telephone, 585-924-3253 ext. 1402 or email, districtclerk@victorschools.org. e request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the oﬃce of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2025.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the Victor Central School District, may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk in person, by mail to District Clerk, Victor Central School District, 953 High Street, Victor, New York, telephone, 585-924-3253 ext. 1402 or email, districtclerk@victorschools.org. In such request, the military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the application and military ballot by mail, fax or email. A military voter must return the original military ballot application by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at the address above. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2025. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the Oﬃce of the District Clerk at 953 High Street, Victor, New York. Military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk before 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2025 showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; and signed and dated by the military voter.

Only qualiﬁed voters who are registered to vote will be permitted to vote.

Kate Selleck District Clerk

SENIOR NEWS LINE

By Matilda Charles

at shall they call us?

Several years ago a big university decided that we should no longer be called seniors or elderly. Instead, we should be called “a person over 65” or maybe “older adult.” They went so far as to direct students at the university to follow “various guidelines” to ensure that ... well, what? That we’re not insulted by being called seniors? That they’re not inviting bias by calling us elderly?

What hooey.

The problem is that those guidelines don’t all agree. While one says to avoid the label “elderly,” another says it is “permitted in headlines due to space constraints.” In other words, it’s OK to use the offending word when it’s more convenient?

Again, what hooey.

Scrolling around the internet I see that universities, institutes, corporations and others are all copying off each other’s paper and deciding that certain words ought to be banned when it comes to age. Instead of saying “a group of seniors,” they want writers to insert a speciﬁc number, such as “persons 65 years and older.”

Many of the style guides seem to be ﬁxated on age 65, yet others suggest leaving the actual number out altogether if possible. It’s safer that way.

I don’t care if someone wants to call me a senior as long as they’re willing to help me by reaching for the item on the high shelf at the grocery store. I do care that nobody at the dealership tries to sell me an unnecessary service for my car just because I’m an older female. I do care that the guy at the cellphone store doesn’t doubt me when I say that my phone battery is defective. I do care that my Social Security check is deposited on time.

The Merriam-Webster dictionary, bless their hearts, lists several deﬁnitions for “senior.” I like the second one: a person with higher standing or rank.

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Cinco de Mayo is observed in the United States. Costume parties are hosted for friends and family, with the colors of the Mexican flag (red, white, and green) used in decorations. Mexican folk music is played and danced to. The celebrations are also taken to the streets with large parades and special promotions on Mexican food. Fun Facts

16.7% – the percentage of U.S. residents of Mexican origin. 87 million pounds – the number of avocados purchased for Cinco de Mayo.

20 – the types of Mexican cheeses to be feasted on — Oaxaca, a white cheese from Southern Mexico, is the most prominent.

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• PERENNIALS – Shasta Daisies, Daylilies, Astilbes, and more! You dig, Avon. Text 585-797-5256

• KITCHEN TABLE and four CHAIRS. Henrietta. 585-236-0426

• Homelite PRESSURE WASHER, 2.3 GPM, 2700 PSI, does not start. Canandaigua. 585-500-5859

• FOOD NETWORK MAGAZINES, year 2013-2023. 315-576-8720 (lv. msg)

• 1940s ROPER GAS STOVE. Heavy. You move, Irondequoit. 585-323-1762 (lv. msg)

• Rare ANTIQUE APPLE PRESS – heavy. 42” round. Needs work. Only for collectors. Pick up, Webster. 585-872-6757

• Wurlitzer SPINET PIANO and BENCH. Good condition. You move, Canandaigua. Text 585-690-9916

• FILTERS and VACUUM BAGS to ﬁt Electrolux tank vacuum cleaner. Livonia. enaginny@gmail.com

• GM Golden Anniversary “1958 Frigidaire Appliances” COLOR SALES BROCHURE. Original, excellent condition. It’s history. Will mail. Churchville. jclare01@rochester.rr.com

• Small pharmacy-sized bag of POP CAN TABS. Pick up, Lakeville. Call/text 585-649-8706

• Women’s Top Flite GOLF CLUBS with a stand-up bag. Used, in good condition. Pittsford. Text Only 585-944-5411

• PET RESCUES ONLY PLEASE. 2-dog crates (foldable metal, plastic), Harness, Seat Belt, some toys. Henrietta. Leave message 585-857-9371

• Two rolls of WOODEN SNOW FENCE. Bergen. 585-737-7581

• TRAMPOLINE (You dismantle), STANDING BASKETBALL HOOP, PING PONG TABLE. Pick up Manchester. 315-521-9605 (lv message)

• Terry Bicycle OWNER’S MANUAL (with illustrations). Fairport. nhessler3@gmail.com

• LARGE BASKETS in good condition for Crossroads House Basket Rafﬂe. Drop off at Crossroads House anytime. tracyford@crossroadshouse.com

• Undisplayed or unwanted Vintage BEER CAN Collections. 585-766-8842

• NUTRITION DRINKS, any brand and women’s size 14 SHORTS in wearable condition. Lakeville. Call/text 585-649-8706

• Large TRASH CAN or 96 - 100 gallon TRASH BAGS. rainbowroseroom@gmail.com

• ACOUSTIC GUITAR 585-590-7995

• BENCH PRESS or weightlifting equipment. Preferably bench and bar. klotzbach3@outlook.com

• One or two WHEELCHAIRS in good working condition. 585-363-0470

• KITCHEN CUPBOARDS and CABINETS. 585-704-1624

• Old FOUNTAIN PENS, working or non-working. bartonta@gmail.com

• VINTAGE CLOTHING - 1800s to the 1980s. T-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, jeans, hats. Men’s and women’s. 585-766-8842

• CLASSICAL RECORDS, others considered. 585-766-8842

• QUEEN and TWIN MATTRESS. If possible, deliver to Batavia. Text 716-296-3277

• CEILING FAN BLADES for 48” unit (5 matching 20”L) in very good condition. Not rattan. penﬁeldmurphys@yahoo.com

• PIANO ROLLS. 585-323-1762 (lv msg)

• Sturdy, folding WHEELCHAIR with big wheels on the back. 585-519-1261

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Well-Mannered Young People

At a fast-food place I dropped a coin as a teenaged couple was walking by, he quickly picked it up and returned it. I said, “Thank you, your Mom taught you well.” Minutes later I met up with her in the restroom, I remarked to her that she’s very fortunate to have a special friend like him. We need well-mannered young people like them to make the world a better place.

Hometown Stories

Thank you for sharing the stories of folks around town in the Hometown Stories column. In this world of egocentrism and tunnel vision, it’s so nice to read of people doing good around town. Thank you to all who give of their time and energy to make the world a better place.

Two neighbors have ﬂoodlights that go on at night, EVERY night, and it’s like the literal sun is beaming into my bedroom. It’s so obnoxious, bright, and surely must violate code enforcement. How would you like if someone had the brightest ﬂashlight in the world beaming into your room while you tried to sleep? Some people have no sense and no thought to their neighbors. We live in a safe neighborhood too... just get motion detectors and stop being an a-word.

Visiting the local library, I had an annoying person talking to a group at full volume near me. He kept it up for 15 minutes and would not stop or keep it down. There were other places for him to talk, but he stayed there. When was it acceptable to talk in a library? I was told that it was not tolerated and you were notiﬁed if you did not abide. People should realize others need to concentrate on their work or reading and it is our right to not be disturbed.

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“EACH DAY IS PRECIOUS”:

Kathe D’Alfonso’s Journey Beyond Melanoma

BY SUZIE WELLS

At 25 years old, Bishop Kearney graduate Kathe D’Alfonso was focused on building her life, working hard, planning for the future, and caring for her family. She attended college originally pursuing a career in law enforcement but was inspired to start her own embroidery and screenprinting business. However, everything changed when her mother noticed something unusual: a dark spot on Kathe’s upper stomach.

Her mother urged her to get it checked out, but because her usual doctor was leaving for vacation, Kathe saw another physician. e spot was removed and biopsied. When the oﬃce called with results, they told her there was nothing to worry about. But days later, the oﬃce called back with news that they had read the wrong patient’s report, and indeed Kathe had stage 3 melanoma. At age 25. “If they didn’t get it out, I was going to die,” Kathe recalls.

It was a terrifying moment, and she couldn’t believe they made such an error, but regardless, she was thrust into the uncertainty of lifethreatening illness with very little information or support.

e experience would come to deﬁne her outlook on life, as she says, “It made me realize that life is so valuable and each day is precious.”

e fear of the unknown, the anxiety of whether she’d live another day, was very real. She says, “Sometimes you forget - be thankful you’re here and you’re healthy and you can do things.”

e call from her surgeon came on Mother’s Day 1995 (30 years ago now! She says she feels like crying about what might have been). e margins were clear. e cancer was gone. e prognosis inspired her to get up and pursue her business idea despite fears.

ree decades later, Kathe is still here - healthy, reﬂective, and driven by the lessons she learned in those early, frightening days. She credits her recovery and resilience to the people around her, saying, “My family who is close to me and people who’ve worked with me have been my inspiration.”

at brush with mortality shaped everything that followed. From then on, Kathe pursued new paths with purpose, taking risks and accepting setbacks. She says, “Failing? Just get up and try something diﬀerent. You have to try.” She speaks openly about the emotional toll of cancer - the anxiety, the fear of the unknown, and the sheer weight of not knowing if she would live again. “It took a lot of work to get up and keep going,” she says.

Now married for 25 years with two wonderful daughters, Kathe shares the same life lessons with them that helped guide her own path: “You have to try something you want to do to ﬁnd out if it’s good for you or not. You will go through a lot in life - ups and downs. You have to keep going and pursuing, because one day you’ll ﬁnd what works for you, and if you don’t try, you won’t know.”

Her days are full now - running two businesses, helping care for her parents in Irondequoit, and enjoying time with her family. She ﬁnds joy in simple moments: walks with her husband, shopping trips with her daughters, and family dinners out. But she never forgets the turning point that led her here. Driven by the clarity that surviving cancer brought, and the motivation to live fully every single day, Kathe moves forward and encourages people to do the same.

When Kathe was undergoing treatment for her melanoma, she sought independence but found applying lotion to her back to be such a challenge and found assisting products to be lacking, she cra ed lotion applicator mitts to allow autonomy in such a personal task that otherwise eludes people with various health conditions. Angled for ease of use, the mitt is the ﬁrst of its kind and has been especially helpful for seniors and individuals with shoulder mobility

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“Failing? Just get up and try something different. You have to try.”

KATHE D’ALFONSO

issues. She is overjoyed that the arduous patent process produced a successful patent in April, and she is thrilled to share her product with the world.

Kathe says she feels like crying about what may have been 30 years ago, but she’s alive to tell her story and keep living, so that’s exactly what she’ll do. She is grateful for her blessings and is thankful to share her idea to help others suﬀer less in their own lives.

As she reﬂects on her story - part tragedy, part triumph - Kathe oﬀers this advice for anyone facing life’s unpredictability: “You’ll get rejections. Life will push you around. But every day you wake up is another chance. And that’s the most valuable thing we have.”

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Raising Magnesium Intake Helps With HeartbeatBigeminy &body mind

By Keith Roach, M.D.

DEAR DR.ROACH: Severalmonthsago,Ideveloped a case of a bigeminy heartbeat, so my cardiologist prescribed metoprolol. At about the same time, I had reduced my intake of magnesium from about 50% of the daily value (DV) to 35%. (This may have preceded the bigeminy onset.)

Quite by accident, I read an article recommending magnesium for a heart arrhythmia. Within a week or so of reading the article, I started magnesium gluconate at 100% of the DV. I have been taking this and metoprolol for about a month, and my condition has improved about 95%.

The question is: How can we tell if shorting down the magnesium to 35% was actually the cause and increasing it to 100% was the cure? -- L.R.

Q. A.

ANSWER: Bigeminy, more precisely ventricular bigeminy, is a term most people probably haven’t heard of, but most people have heard of a premature ventricular contraction (PVC). Ventricular bigeminy is when every other beat is a PVC and alternates with regular beats.

While this rhythm can happen in people without any heart disease or risk factors, your cardiologist will have considered many underlying causes such as excess alcohol use, anemia, low oxygen levels, and thyroid disease. A beta blocker like metoprolol is usually the ﬁrst drug that is used as beta blockers reduce adrenalin levels, reduce the oxygen needs of the heart, and are proven to be effective at reducing the number of PVCs.

A low magnesium level is another risk factor for PVCs and ventricular bigeminy, and there are case reports of the rhythm going away completely with magnesium. So, while we can’t be sure whether your bigeminy was caused by a low magnesium level, the story is suggestive that it’s a real possibility.

I don’t recommend taking magnesium except in people who have low levels,but 100% of the DV of magnesium is quite safe to take.

answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.

UNDERSTANDING CATARACTS

Cataract diagnosis and treatment: An eye doctor will examine dilated eyes to diagnose cataracts. A slit-lamp microscope can make it easier to spot abnormalities, states the AOA.

The eye professional will consider age and the severity of cataracts to determine a treatment strategy. Early loss of vision due to cataracts may be mitigated by stronger lighting or a change in eyeglasses or contact lens prescription.

Johns Hopkins says cataract surgery is one of the most common eye surgeries. It is safe and effective. An ophthalmologist will remove the cloudy lens and replace it with an artiﬁcial, clear lens. If cataracts are present in both eyes, each surgery will be performed separately. A possible complication of cataract surgery is when a part of the natural lens that is not taken out during surgery becomes cloudy and blurs eyesight. This can be remedied with a laser treatment.

Sue DeBruyne, Au.D. Doctor of Audiology

Research shows that when we give to others, we also contribute to our own happiness, health and well-being. Scientists have identiﬁed something known as the “helper’s high” to describe the positive emotions that follow acts of helpfulness toward others. Research also associates improved health and longevity with this psychological state, according to the National Library of Medicine.

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No act of kindness is too small. e gi of kindness may start as a small ripple that over time can turn into a tidal wave aﬀecting the lives of many.

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Kevin Heath, CEO of More4Kids

Similar to the ripples that result from a pebble being dropped into water, studies show that our words and actions also have a “ripple eﬀect” that can be either positive or negative. So why not create a ripple eﬀect of kindness, helpfulness and happiness?

Ea I as Spread Kind !

• Smile at somebody and say hello.

• Pay somebody a sincere compliment.

• Call a friend or family member to say hello and ask how they’re doing.

• Drop off a baked good for a neighbor.

• Tape some quarters to a parking meter.

• Open the door or hold the elevator for somebody behind you.

• Drop a greeting card or small gift in the mail to brighten someone’s day.

• Share a nice comment or compliment on somebody’s social media post.

• Make space for somebody trying to merge in front of you on the road.

DECKS SHADE-TOLERANT PLANTS

Bleeding heart: Bleeding heart, or Dicentra spectabilis, is typically found in woodlands. It’s a perennial in the poppy family that produces mounded foliage and arching vine-like stems of heart-shaped ﬂowers in the spring.

CAN BE A SMART CHOICE

Decks add character and functionality to a home, increasing outdoor entertaining space and oftentimes improving the resale value of a home. Homeowners have various options when choosing decking materials, but one such option, composite decking, is growing in popularity. Decks used to primarily be made from pressure-treated lumber. While lumber remains a popular material, more and more homeowners are opting for composite decking products. As anyone who has pressure-washed, stained and sealed wood decks can attest, such spaces require lots of upkeep to look new year after year. Composite decks require much less maintenance, making them highly attractive to homeowners who would rather spend time using their decks instead of maintaining them.

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Homeowners who do not want their neighbors or others knowing what they’re

to in their free time can limit what they share through photos and descriptions on social media. Doing so also cuts down on neighbors’ curiosity.

FREE HOME ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS

The PathStone Weatherization Assistance Program is available for income-eligible households in Monroe County located outside of the city limits.

polltime

Research released this spring shows continued rising interest in home gardening across the country. As April showers bring May ﬂowers, what is your gardening plan this year?

- I’m expanding my home garden to include more vegetables and herbs

- I’m expanding my ﬂowers, trees, and shrubs

- I’m doing basic yard cleanup but don’t have big planting plans

- Home gardening isn’t my thing

Poll ends 05-06-2025

Poll ended 04-29-2025

A variety of American travel sources project an increase in travel in 2025, and Spring Break started it off strong. What is your favorite type of travel experience?

10.0% Beach vacations

15.0% City sightseeing 30.0% Hiking and nature adventures

35.0% Road trips 5.0% Luxury resorts 5.0% Backpacking

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.

Spring Lawn Revitalization Spring Lawn Revitalization home services

Revitalizing a lawn in spring is a multifaceted process but can be well worth the reward when green grass adds to a beautiful landscape and functional yard. Here is how to get started when the weather warms, courtesy of The Farmer’s Almanac and The Home Depot.

Can’t do it all? Hiring a great, local company can get your lawn looking the best it can!

• Clean up debris. Spend a few hours raking up leaves from the lawn and removing any other winter debris like twigs so that air can reach the grass below. Also remove any thatch that has developed.

• Test the soil. Take a sample of the soil to determine its pH level and nutrient needs. Then you can make adjustments to set a strong foundation for the lawn to grow.

• Do some weeding. Pull out any weeds that have poked through early on and apply a pre-emergent herbicide to prevent additional weeds from taking over.

• Start the aeration process. A core aerator punches holes into the soil. This enables air and water to penetrate through to the roots.

• Overseed the lawn. Apply grass seeds over the lawn, paying special attention to any bare or thin areas so that the seed will ﬁll in the lawn.

• Water consistently. It is important to water the lawn deeply and consistently, especially when the weather is dry, to help promote strong root development.

• Time fertilizer correctly. Apply a spring fertilizer around three weeks after the lawn starts to turn green or after the ﬁrst two or three mowings. If fertilizer is applied too early it can feed weeds instead of the grass and result in fertilizer runoff.

• Mow to an appropriate height. Begin to mow when the ground is dry enough and the grass is long enough to need cutting. Leave some length to the lawn; otherwise, sunlight will reach the soil and encourage weed seeds to germinate.

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6-May: “David Spade: Dandelion” (Comedy Special) Prime Video

8-May: “Forever” (Season 1) Netﬂix

8-May: “Poker Face” (Season 2) Peacock

8-May: “Vanderpump Villa” (Season 2) Hulu

8-May: “Criminal Minds” (Season 18) Paramount+

8-May: “Conan O’Brien Must Go” (Season 2) Max

8-May: “Octopus!” (Documentary) Prime Video

9-May: “Nonnas” (PG) Netﬂix

9-May: “Summer of 69” (R) Hulu

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There’s so much happening at your local libraries!

East Rochester Public Library

317 Main St., E. Rochester, NY (585) 586-8302

www.eastrochester.org

M 9-7; Tu-Th 9-6; F 9-5; Sa 10-2; Su Closed

ERPL Book Nook: Open M, W & Sa 10-1

Fairport Public Library

1 Fairport Village Landing, Fairport (585) 223-9091

www.fairportlibrary.org

M-Th 9-9; F 9-6; Sat. 9-5; Su 12-3 (Oct.-April)

Penﬁeld Public Library

1985 Baird Rd., Penﬁeld (585) 340-8720

www.penﬁeldlibrary.org

M-Th 9:30-8:30; F 9:30-6; Sa 10-5; Su 1-5

Pittsford

Community Library

24 State St., Pittsford • (585) 248-6275

M-Th 9-8; F 9-6; Sa 10-5; Su Noon-5

Webster Public Library

980 Ridge Rd., Webster • (585) 872-7075 www.websterlibrary.org

M-Th 9-8; F & Sa 10-5; Su Closed

WEBSTERPUBLICLIBRARY:

The FriendsoftheWebsterPublic LibrarywillbeholdingaVintage BookSaleonSaturday,May17 from10amto1pm.Shopover200 fictionandnonfictionbooks,publishedbetweenthe19thandearly 21stcenturies.Somebooksarefirst editions,earlyprintings,and/orappeartohavebeensignedbythe author.Manybookshavedustjackets,andnearlyallbooksarein goodorbettercondition.Prices beginat$8.Proceedsfromthesale supportthelibrary.Allarewelcome toattend!

EAST PALMYRA

EastPalmyraFireDept.Chicken BBQ: May 3rd-ChickenBBQatthe EastPalmyraFireDepartment,2145 TellierRd.:Take-outordinein. Serving3:30to6:00oruntilsold out.Dinnersinclude 1⁄2 chicken,salt potatoes,coleslaw,dinnerroll, pudding,applesauceandwhiteor chocolatemilk.Cost:Adults$14, Children$8.Reserveyourtickets (recommended)bycallingortexting(315)573-1794.Onthedayof theBBQ,callthefirehallat(315) 597-0049.

HENRIETTA

TheHenriettaGardenClubPlant Sale - TheHenriettaGardenClub willholdit’sannualPlantSaleat TinkerNaturePark,1525Calkins Rd.,Pittsford.Thesalewillbeheld onSaturday,May17from9am untilsoldout.Thisusuallyhappens by2pm.Comeearlyforthebest selection.Therewillbeawide varietyofperennialsandhouse plantstochoosefrom.sites.google. com/site/henriettagardenclub. Facebookpage

In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt. ~ Margaret Atwood, “Unearthing Suite,” 1983

Guidelines for Hometown Events

To Post Your Event:

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.

PENFIELD

PenfieldSymphonyOrchestra’s “From BeethoventoMahler” concert-ledbyPSOMusicDirector Dr.JaredChase.Thisconcert, whichhasreceivedspecialsupport fromaMonroeCountyMidsized ArtsGrant,willbeheldonMay5, 2025,at7:30p.m.atthePenfield HighSchoolAuditorium,25High SchoolDriveinPenfield.Ticketscan bepurchasedonlineatwww. penfieldsymphony.org,byphoneat 585-872-0774,andatthedooron thenightoftheconcert.Tickets cost$15foradults.Forstudentsof anyagewithastudentID,$1. Groupratesareavailableforparties ofsixormore.

PITTSFORD

PittsfordRotaryClubEvents! Pittsford RotaryClubishostingtwo eventsonSaturday,May3.The RotaryClubwillholdits14thannualBikeDropatPittsfordMendon HSfrom9to2pm.Donateyour bikeregardlessofconditionandit willbegiventoRCommunityBikes forrepairandthengiventofolks whoneedabikefortheir transportation.ALSOATTHESAME TIMEANDLOCATIONRotarianswill becollectingfoodfortheirmonthly MayFoodDrivetobenefitthePittsfordFoodCupboard.PFChasclientsin8zipcodesinthearea.Help Rotaryhelpothersbymakingone stoptomakeadoubledonation.

WEBSTER

Lilacs- May 16at6:30PM:Lilacs presentedbyKarenNapoli,Master GardenersfromMonroeCounty andgardeneratTheWebsterArboretum.Learnaboutvariouslilac species,aswellasthecareand pruningofthelilac.Bringyour handprunerstotryyourhandat pruning,aswellastosnipafew lilacblossomstotakehome.The WebsterArboretum,1700Schlegel Rd.,Webster.

WebsterWomen’sClubFashion Show CharityFundraiser- The Women’sClubofWebster’sSpring LuncheonandFashionShowwillbe heldonSunday,June1st,11:30am atthePenfieldCountryClub,1784 JacksonRd.,Penfield.FashionspresentedbyChico’s.Entreechoices: AppleSaladwithChicken,Chicken FrenchwithLemonSauce,orReubenSandwich.Rolls,Beverageand dessertincluded.RSVPbyMay21. Donation:$37.00.Yourcheckis yourreservation.MailcheckpayabletotheWomen’sClubofWebster.SendwithChoiceofEntrée,to BonnieTravis,1065HighVista Trail,Webster,14580.Questions? Bonnie,585-671-2345.Netproceedsdonatedtolocalcharities.

By Fiﬁ Rodriguez

1. TELEVISION: Which actor was nominated for an Emmy for the same character on three different sitcoms?

2. MOVIES: Who was the ﬁrst actor to refuse an Oscar award for Best Actor?

3. GEOGRAPHY: Which modern city is in the shadow of the active volcano Mount Vesuvius?

4. FOOD & DRINK: What gas is used to createseltzer water?

5. SCIENCE: What is the center of an atom called?

6. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Who are the six men who have made a career Grand Slam in pro golf?

7. ANATOMY: What is the largest artery in the body?

8. LITERATURE: For which category is the O. Henry Award given?

9. ASTRONOMY: Which star system is nearest to our solar system?

10. U.S. PRESIDENTS: How many presidents have died in ofﬁce?

ANSWER

“Cheers” and “Frasier.”

1. Kelsey Grammer for “Wings,”

2. George C. Scott, for “Patton.”

3. Naples, Italy.

4. Carbon dioxide.

5. Nucleus.

6. Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy.

7. The aorta.

8. Short stories.

9. Alpha Centauri..

10. Eight

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