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GREAT WEEKEND GETAWAY IDEAS
Soak up the city lights. Big cities tend to clear out on summer weekends, which can make this an ideal time to visit. City visitors won’t have to contend with the sizable crowds that descend on metropolises in winter, when indoor entertainment is in high demand. That means savvy travelers also may find discounts on live theater and local concerts. It also won’t be as difficult to book reservations at the latest culinary hotspots, particularly for travelers who book early.
DOG-RELATED LAWN DAMAGE
Dogs love spending time outdoors. Dog owners with yards know that dogs benefit greatly from some exercise in the backyard. While that time might be great for dogs, it can take its toll on lawns. Dogurineandfecescanadverselyaffectthelookandhealthofalushgreen lawn. Nitrogen is essential to healthy soil, but only at certain levels. When those levels are exceeded, the result can be lawn damage. According to The Spruce Pets, an advisory site that offers practical tips and training advices to pet owners, this is what happens when pets frequently urinate on grass. Urine is naturally high in nitrogen, so when pets urinate on lawns, the grass might turn yellow or brown due to the excess nitrogen content. Nitrogen also is present in lawn fertilizers, further exacerbating the problem for pet owners who fertilize their lawns.
In addition to urine damage, dogs can trample frosted grass, contributing to problems that may not become evident until spring, and get into areas like gardens where they wreak additional havoc.
home services
FREE HOME ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS
The PathStone Weatherization Assistance Program is available for income-eligible households in Monroe County located outside of the city limits.
Reduce energy costs and improve the safety of your home through energy efficiency measures in owned or rented property.
HEAP Recipients Automatically Eligible
Income guidelines are:
Family of 1: $39,864
Family of 2: $52,140
Family of 3: $64,404
Family of 4: $76,680
CORRAL ENTRYWAY CLUTTER
Create cabinet space. Store items in cabinets so they are organized but out of sight. This way belongings are not just left onanentrywaytable.
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With the first all-female space crew in more than 60 years launching this week, all eyes are to the sky and possibilities of human space exploration in the future. If you had the means and opportunity to launch into space, would you? - Yes - Maybe - No
The Rochester area and Finger Lakes region is known for their vibrant festivals, scenic attractions, and events throughout the year, especially as the weather warms up. As we come out of hibernation this year, what do you look forward to exploring in the next few months?
30.0% Exploring nature in our beautiful region
5.0% Celebrating holidays and cultural traditions in the community
15.0% Discovering something new around the region
15.0% Supporting local farmers’ markets and street fairs
35.0% Letting spontaneity guide the way this season
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Install a low-flow shower head. The U.S. Department of Energy recommends that eco-conscious consumers looking to reduce their energy consumption install lowflow shower heads with flow rates less than 2.5 gallons per minute. This is especially important for people living in homes with dated fixtures. Water fixtures installed before 1992 might have flow rates as high as 5.5 gallons per minute, which is both wasteful and costly. Test the flow of a shower head by placing a one-gallon bucket beneath a shower head running at the pressure you normally use. If the bucket fills up in less than 20 seconds, install a low-flow shower head.
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Being Insistent About a Scan Saves the Life Of a Cancer Patient &body mind
DEAR DR. ROACH: About 12 years ago, I had a scan done to look for the cause of a problem that I was having for many months: pain in my abdomen and vomiting. (It turned out to be Barrett’s esophagus, which was found with a scope.) Fortunately for me, I read the report from the scan. The report said there was a spot on my kidney that ought to be checked in a year. I was very busy at the time, and my doctor retired, so I had to find another one.
Five years went by, and one day during a routine visit with my doctor, I remembered the report and asked my new doctor for another scan. She said she couldn’t order a scan without a reason. I then told her about the report from five years ago, but she did a cursory look at my papers and said she could not find it. I asked her to keep looking. She looked again, found it, then ordered a scan.
This move saved my life. The scan showed something larger than before. I went to Johns Hopkins Hospital and met a very good doctor who told me there was an 80% chance that I had cancer, and we should forgo a biopsy and remove it. He did this, and the cancer was fully contained. I didn’t have to do chemotherapy.
THE BENEFITS OF BUILDING A STRONG CORE
Sculpt abdominals: The cosmetic benefits of building a strong core should not be overlooked,as individuals might gain additional motivation to keep exercising and eating right when they see desirable results in the mirror. Core exercises strengthen and sculpt abdominal muscles,creating a win-win situation for anyone who wants to get healthy and look good doing it.
It has now been five years with yearly scans and no problems in my kidney. Please encourage people to read their reports. --
F.B.
ANSWER: : Although doctors should read these carefully and act on them appropriately, important findings can be overlooked sometimes. You are absolutely right that you are your own best health advocate, and you did the right thing by bringing the finding up to your new doctor.
Chapel St., Mt. Morris, NY 14510 • 585-658-2003
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5A Batavia City Centre 116 North Center St. 16 Broadway Mall Batavia Perry Hornell (585)344-0775 (585)237-2410 (607)324-3784
Do you have HEEL pain or ARCH pain?
HEEL SPUR SYNDROME/PLANTAR FASCIITIS
is a common problem among people who are active. It starts as a dull intermittent pain in the heel and progresses to a sharp persistent pain. Classically, it is worse in the morning with the first few steps, after sitting, after standing or after walking.
• Plantar fasciitis often begins with irritation and tearing of the fibrous band of tissue on the bottom of the foot, which may eventually result in the formation of a heel spur.
• Contributing factors: Flat pronated feet, high arched feet, poor shoe support, increased age, sudden weight increase, increased activity level, family tendency.
• 95% of our patients’ symptoms are resolved with conservative treatment, avoiding surgical intervention.
• We also offer surgical procedures with the best post op success rates using Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy techniques (minimal incisions and scarring; often back in a shoe in 1 week).
ADVANCED PODIATRY ASSOCIATES Joseph Canzoneri, DPM Benjamin Heddy, DPM 2 State Street, Batavia • 585-343-8150 Mon., urs., Fri. 8am-5pm; Tues. 11am-8pm. In-office Fluoroscan • Handicapped Accessible. Advanced Lower Extremity Wound Care Diabetic Care, Limb/Foot Salvage & Foot Surgery/Trauma
DID YOU KNOW? Testicular cancer is not common, but it does affect about one out of every 250 males at some point in their lifetimes, states the American Cancer Society. The average age at the time of diagnosis of testicular cancer is about 33. Unfortunately, the rate of testicular cancer, at least in the United States, increased over the last several decades, particularly in seminomas. It is important to note that testicular cancer can usually be treated successfully, so the risk of dying from the disease is very low. Still, it is important to discuss risk factors with one’s doctor, alerting physicians to any abnormalities in the testes or during urination, which may indicate a problem.
MOUTHGUARDS FOR ORAL PROTECTION
A mouthguard protects your teeth, gums,tongue,andcheeksfromtrauma and injury. A mouthguard should be worn during contact sports and any athletic activity that puts your face at risk of injury. Mouthguards can also be worn at night to mitigate bruxism (tooth grinding). There are different options for mouthguards. Your dentist can make a mold of your teeth to create a custom mouthguard, which will be more comfortable and offer better protection. A custom mold can be made for either sports protection or bruxism prevention. Boil-and-bite mouthguards are molded to the shape of your teeth at home by boiling the mouthguard to soften it and then shaping it to fit your teeth while it’s still warm and pliable.
One of our basic philosophies at BATAVIA FAMILY DENTAL is that our
patients must recognize the need to take charge of their oral health and do what is necessary to prevent, arrest, or control their own dental conditions. We’ll work together as a team with you to achieve the longterm benefits that quality dentistry affords. From recommendations about mouthguards to routine well visitstomajordentalreconstructions, we’ve got your dental needs covered. Treating both children and adults, our office is located at 6 Batavia City Centre. You can reach us at 585.343.4246. We accept most insurances.
P.S. One size fits all mouthguards come ready to wear but rarely fit well and offer the least protection.
www.bataviafamilydental.com
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Kingsley Online Surplus Machinery Auction
11171 Perry Rd., Pavilion, NY
Preview: April 24 from 10am until 1pm-Lunch provided! Bidding closes: April 24 at 5pm
SELLING: Case IH 1666 combine; Case IH 1660 combine; Case IH 1063 & 1020 heads; IH 544 tractor; Trojan & Hough payloaders; Featherlite 12’ livestock trailer; Kinze 12 row planter; Knight 3030 mixer wagon; IH 510 drill; Case IH 8530 baler; MF 1744 baler; JD 1219 haybine; NH 258 rake; NH 144 inverter and more!
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Add upcycling to your home improvement tools
Upcycling is not just for craft projects - it offers lots of possibilities to make changes in your home décor, especially cabinets and furniture that will save money and reduce your contribution to the local landfill. Woodcraft can help you with upcycling ideas, products and advice.
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TECH TO TAKE ALONG ON YOUR NEXT ROAD TRIP
Road trips hold a special place in many people’s hearts. The open road and the freedoms it represents have been romanticized by writers and travelers since automobiles became accessible to the masses.
While many drivers still take to the road looking for adventure, road trips have changed considerably since Jack Kerouac penned his seminal novel “On the Road” in the 1950s. The spirit of the open road is still there, but the way travelers approach road trips has changed considerably, most notably with regard to the technology that motorists now take along for the ride. Drivers about to embark on a road trip, whether it’s their first such venture or their fiftieth, can make trips even more enjoyable by taking along the right tech.
Easter Worship Services Easter Worship Services Worship Services
Easter Week Services
Holy Week Service
Palm Sunday • 9:45am
Worship/Sunday School
Maundy ursday • 5pm
Good Friday • 5pm
Maundy ursday • 7PM
Easter Sunday • 10am
Easter Sunday • 9:45AM
St. Mark Lutheran Church
779 Erie Station Road • West Henrietta, NY
Sunday School
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Easter Egg Hunt for the Kids
“Traditional Worship for True Believers”
Byron Presbyterian Church 6293 W. Main St. (RT. 262), Byron
He Arose!
DID YOU KNOW?
oly Thursday, which falls on the Thursday before Easter Sunday, commemorates The Last Supper of Jesus Christ. During The Last Supper, Jesus,whoChristiansbelieveistheSonofGod,establishedthesacrament of Holy Communion. The Last Supper was the final meal Jesus enjoyed with his disciples in Jerusalem, and it was during The Last Supper when Jesus predicted one of those disciples would ultimately betray him. Holy Thursday is sometimes referred to as “Maundy Thursday,” a reference to the religious rite of maundy, which is the washing of the feet. The Last Supper and the rite of maundy are connected because it was during The Last Supper that Jesus washed the feet of his disciples. Though The Last Supper, during which Jesus gave his disciples bread, telling them it was his body, and wine, telling them it was his blood, is celebrated at every Mass as part of the Liturgy of the Eucharist, Holy Thursday Mass places even greater emphasis on this significant event.
Sunday Morning Easter Celebration! April 20th • 10:30am
Pavilion United Methodist Church 11115 East Park Street • Pavilion, NY 14525 585-584-3806 Pastor Karen Woodworth
It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade. ~ Charles Dickens, Great Expectations
By Fifi Rodriguez
1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What do you call a person who has lived to the age of 100 years?
2. HISTORY: When were cigarette commercials banned from American television?
3. MOVIES: Whose life is depicted in the movie "Raging Bull"?
4. U.S. STATES: In which state are the Catskill Mountains located?
5. TELEVISION: Which long-running TV drama was set in Cabot Cove, Maine?
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“Look at your walls... Then give us a call!”
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• YES We Remove “Popcorn” Ceilings
DID YOU KNOW?
Once a term that dominated newspaper headlines and environmental discourse, “global warming” is now heard far less frequently. Many may assume global warming has been rebranded as “climate change,” but the two are not one and the same. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, global warming refers exclusively to the Earth’s rising surface temperature, while climate change includes global warming but also its side effects. Such side effects include the melting of the world’s glaciers and the growing frequency of drought and heavier rainstorms. Global warming is also used most often to refer to warming caused by humans, while climate change is a term used when discussing environmental changes that are human-caused or natural.
6. MEASUREMENTS: How long is the ancient measurement called a cubit?
7. FOOD & DRINK: What is a dish called Cullen Skink?
8. CHEMISTRY: A diamond is composed of which single element?
9. GEOGRAPHY: What country is home to the Baffin, Victoria and Ellesmere islands?
10. ANATOMY: What is another name for the condition called "piloerection"?
Answers
Goosebumps.
Canada.
Carbon.
Scottish soup made of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions.
1.5 feet.
"Murder, She Wrote."
Jake LaMotta (played by Robert De Niro).
CARMEN CAMPBELL SHARES HER EXPERT INSIGHTS AND ACTIONABLE ADVICE TO ELEVATE YOUR MARKETING GAME
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In many areas, we’ve grown accustomed to the unpredictable nature of the weather— especially during transitional seasons like Spring. One moment it’s sunny, the next it’s pouring rain, then it might switch back to mild or chilly temperatures, and even snow! It can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. For businesses, this constant shi in weather can make advertising feel like a challenge. But here’s the thing: while we can’t control the weather, we can control how we adapt our advertising strategies to navigate through it.
A key element in successful advertising is planning—especially when the weather is unpredictable. Imagine a scenario where weather wasn’t even a factor. e real question becomes: What message do you want to send, and what do you want your business to be known for at that moment?
Effective advertising isn’t just about responding to the weather. It’s about keeping your business front and center in the minds of your customers, regardless of whether the skies are clear or cloudy. Creating a consistent message that resonates with your target audience is what makes your brand memorable.
In a world where the only constant is change, embracing the unpredictability of weather allows brands to connect with consumers in ways that feel timely and relevant. So next time the weather shi s unexpectedly, see it not as a challenge but as an opportunity to engage, inspire, and drive conversions.
- Carmen Campbell, Marketing Consultant carmenc@featuredmedia.com
CARMEN CAMPBELL
Marketing Consultant, Featured Media
Easter Brunch - April 20 th
Beef Tips
Honey Glazed Ham
Chicken & Biscuits
Ziti
Vegetable Medley in Lite Alfredo Sauce
Garlic Mashed
Caesar Salad
Assorted
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Sarah’s Place
“Sarah’s Place is a unique location for that special event with the atmosphere of stepping back in time.”
is elegant two-story home has the capacity to entertain 40-50 guests, with overnight accommodations for 10 guests; five bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and two kitchens.
e lower level consists of a gaming room with multiple TVs, pool table, multiple gaming tables with an additional prepping area for food. Catering and beverage services can be provided.
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Live calls
Why is it that no live person answers your calls any more? How can every company be experiencing a higher volume of calls all at the same time? Alexander Graham Bell is rolling over in his grave right now.
STOP means STOP, not Yield
Hats off to all the local peaceful protesters
Hats off to all the local peaceful protesters who gathered April 5th to express concerns about disruptions to federal programs such as Social Security, Medicaid, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Veterans Affairs, and the Affordable Care Act.
Anticipation
Music has a big impact on my life. And all it takes sometimes is a simple thought or word or phrase, and I’ll start singing, mostly in my head, but also out loud, a song that matches the idea. Carly Simon’s “Anticipation” comes to mind for this time of year... the advent of Spring. Sing along!
PSA: STOP signs mean you come to a complete stop before proceeding when it’s your turn to go. It seems most drivers consider STOP signs as YIELD signs instead. I’ve almost been hit by numerous drivers just gliding through. Sure, some slow down a bit, but it seems brakes are not even applied. Please stop at STOP signs.
Brighter Vent
Why does a local restaurant bother to stay open? The hours are never the same, they close in the middle of the day. We have driven 20 minutes to find it closed. The food is very good, prices are fair. BUT, they aren’t going to make it if this is a routine.
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IN, ON OR AT Magic Maze
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.
Fair Housing Statement
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
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
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.
TRASH CLEAN-UP SPRING 2025
TOWN OF WHEATLAND NOTICE TO TOWN OF WHEATLAND RESIDENTS OUTSIDE THE VILLAGE OF SCOTTSVILLE
On Saturday, April 26, 2025, and Saturday, May 3, 2025, between the hours of 8AM and 3PM there will be dumpsters placed at the Highway Facility, 1822 Scottsville-Mumford Road.
• Town Outside Village Residents may bring trash to this location to dump in hoppers provided.
• Proof of residency will be required. New York State driver’s license is acceptable.
• Recycling of electronics will also be available. All electronics can be recycled free of charge.
BRUSH, TIRES, FUEL OIL, GASOLINE DRUMS, REFRIGERATORS, FREEZERS OR PAINT CONTAINERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. DUMPSTERS WILL BE MANNED FOR ASSISTANCE.
By Order of the Town Board of the Town of Wheatland
Dated: April 10, 2025
Laurie Czapranski, Town Clerk
NOTICE TO TOWN OF WHEATLAND RESIDENTS OUTSIDE VILLAGE OF SCOTTSVILLE 2025 BRUSH REMOVAL
e Town of Wheatland Highway Department will pick up brush at each resident’s home. Brush pick-up will start on Monday, May 5, 2025
e town residential areas will be first:
a. Hamlet of Mumford
b. Rolling Acres
A er the residential areas are done, we will start at the west end of town and work east to cover the outlying areas.
Brush must be neatly piled, butt ends in same direction.
• 1 truck load per household
• Residential brush only
• No fence row material, such as trees or large stumps
• No brush over 6 inches in diameter
ONCE A ROAD OR STREET IS DONE, THERE WILL BE NO RETURN TRIP.
By Order of the Town Board of the Town of Wheatland
Dated: April 10, 2025
Laurie Czapranski, Town Clerk
Level: Moderate
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COMMON CONDITIONS THAT CAN AFFECT DOGS
Fleas: Fleas are parasitic blood-suckers that reside on the coats of pets. Scratching, hot spots, hair loss, and tapeworms (which are carried by fleas) can be symptomatic of flea infestation. Some people may notice actual fleas on their dogs, while others may identify the flea dirt against a dog’s skin. Flea prevention medicines and medicated shampoos can help keep fleas at bay.
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Sweet tiger cat who loves to watch airplanes, sleep inside grocery bags, and is excellent at being adorable.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH ANIMAL TRAINERS
Trainers train owners as well. Trainers won’t just work with pets, but also with pet owners. Obedience trainers will work with pets to teach them how to behave while also teaching owners various ways to positively reinforce the animals. This is a great way for owners to get hands-on experience and learn proper obedience training techniques, which are not always as easy to learn as owners may think.
By Sam Mazotta
Scrapes and Cuts
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I have an adventurous Shorthaired Pointer named “Gordie” who loves running through the woods behind my home while I walk behind him. He occasionally comes back with scrapes and cuts. I want to share with your readers how I take care of his minor injuries, and when a vet visit is necessary.
Most of the time, Gordie’s scrapes are very minor. I always check him when we get back to the house, because he can easily pick up ticks, too. I remove any clinging ticks and kill them right away. I check the pads under his paws, and run my hand along his coat to remove burrs. If he has a scrape on his side or paw, I clean it with warm water, disinfect it and put some antibiotic ointment on it. If it’s a place where he can scratch or lick, I cover it with a gauze bandage for a couple of days.
Last month, Gordie limped over to me with a deep laceration on his left front paw pad. Fortunately, we weren’t far from home. I carried him inside and gently looked at the injury. It wasn’t bleeding too badly, but the cut was very deep, and trying to clean it was very painful for him. This time, we had to see the vet. I wrapped his paw in gauze to protect it and off we went. The vet stitched him up, and Gordie has to wear a lampshade collar for the next week or so to let it heal.
I hope my story will be helpful to readers. -- Tyler N., Dracut, Massachusetts
DEAR TYLER: This is very helpful! Best wishes to Gordie for a speedy recovery. Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.
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FINDING THE MUSIC IN THE WORDS: The Poetic Journey of David Michael Nixon
BY SUZIE WELLS
Poetry has rarely been the most lucrative of callings— but for David Michael Nixon, it’s been a lifelong one. Born in Batavia and raised in Lockport from the age of three, Nixon’s love for verse began in 11th grade, when a school project on drones along the Mohawk River called for three poems. His English teacher, James Ashcra , praised the work—even if he admitted poetry wasn’t his strong suit. at moment, Nixon says, sparked something irreversible. “I decided I’d be a poet,” he recalls. “I didn’t realize how unlikely I was to make a living on it.”
Still, he never looked back, saying, “I write because I like readingandwritingpoetry.It’sawaytotrytofindoutthings— and to experience the art of it.” He has written thousands of poems, revised hundreds, and published chapbooks and full-length collections, with countless pieces appearing in journals and magazines across genres and locales. Nixon’s work spans a wide range of styles: rhymed and metered verse, syllabic forms, free verse, and hybrids in between. He says some poems begin with a formal structure in mind while others grow organically from a phrase or an inspired rhythm. A “quick writer,” Nixon prefers the “initial writing,” when inspiration strikes and an idea flows. When something works well in initial writing, he doesn’t like to revise much. However, as he’s grown, he’s come to accept the need for revision, saying, “Maybe I’m not as wildly inspired as I once was or maybe my standards are just higher and I think it has to be better.” However, he admits and advises, “If
you set the bar too high, you might not achieve anything.” It’s a balance.
For Nixon, sound plays a central role—creating “music in the words without being music”—a kind of sonic architecture that grounds his work. But the meaning, point of view, and imagery always remain essential. He says it’s sometimes hard to know what may register with listeners, but “One of the things I’m best at is sound, and a poem has to work on the page and out loud.”
Over the years, Nixon has learned from a wide array of poetic voices, drawing inspiration and mentorship from poets especially across the Western NY area. SUNY Brockport workshops have le a particularly lasting impression, as did the many informal poetry circles he’s joined over the years.
He’s been an active member of Western New York’s vibrant poetry scene, from Just Poets in Rochester and Sea of Coffee Open Mics in Geneva to the long-running Poet’s eater in Hornell. e region, he says, boasts a “strong and varied poetry scene,” with spaces like Writers & Books, Poetry Central, and the Dove Block Cultural Center offering consistent platforms for poets.
DAVID MICHAEL NIXON
David Enters the New Testament
First appeared in Le Mot Juste 2017
Remembering Barbara
First appeared in A Wolf Comes to My Window (Mayapple Press, 2024)
Somewhere between silence and silence, a voice sings a quiet song that shatters us.
Share your original stories about local heroes, community events, school achievements, or hidden gems–email your story idea to hometown@gvpennysaver.com!
The smooth round stone leapt to my hand, perfect for slingshot, but I paused.
After a beat, I put the weapon back, then chose a flat stone that could walk on water.
Nixon’s poems frequently involve themes of peace and justice, family, death, religion, nature, and poetry itself. He says, “Any topic might be possible, but I o en write about what forms the just—what makes a worldview.” His work is grounded in an ethos of love and non-violence, advising everyone to focus on self-reflection and identify what truly means the most to you, instead of being swayed by fads and trends.
Despite decades of poetic output, Nixon remains humble and deeply human in his approach. “Don’t get discouraged if you’re not the best in the world,” he advises younger writers. “I felt confident when I had no reason to be confident. But even the best poet in the world could get better.”
For aspiring poets, his advice is clear: write o en, revise with care, and share your work. “You have to be persistent. If you’re not serious about it, it’s easy to be discouraged,” especially in America, where poetry isn’t always revered, he says. But who will receive your work if you don’t get it out there?”
His belief in poetry—both as cra and compass—remains strong. “Poetry helps people explore life and enjoy the beauty of the art,” he says, adding that poetry brings beauty to everyday experience.
You can find David Michael Nixon on Facebook and at open mic stages throughout the Finger Lakes and Rochester areas. Catch him at e Dove Block in Geneva this June 29th when he and Howard Nelson will be featured readers, or stop by Sea of Coffee for an evening of verse and camaraderie. Whether on the page or aloud, Nixon’s words invite us to slow down, listen, and find meaning in the music.
hometown events
There’s so much happening at your local libraries!
Byron Bergen Public Library
13 S. Lake St., Bergen • (585) 494-1120
Byron-BergenPublicLibrary.org
Tu-Th 10-1 & 2-7; F 10-6; Sa 10-1
Caledonia Library
3108 Main Street, Caledonia (585) 538-4512
M & Th 2-5:30 & 7-9; Tu 9-1 & 2-5:30; F 2-5:30; Sa 9-1
Chili Public Library
3237 Chili Avenue, Rochester www.chililibrary.org • (585) 889-2200
M-Th 9-9; F & Sa 9-5, Su Closed
Hollwedel Memorial Library
5 Woodrow Dr., Pavilion • (585) 584-8843
M & W 1-8; Tu & Th 10-1; F 11-6; Sa 9-Noon; Su Closed
Mumford Branch Library
883 George Street, Mumford (585) 538-6124 • M, W, F 12-6
Newman Riga Library
1 S. Main St., Churchville www.newmanrigalibrary.org (585) 293-2009
M, W, F 11-5; Tu & Th 11-9; Sa 10-2
Scottsville Free Library
28 Main St., Scottsville • (585) 889-2023
M, W, F 10-5; Tu & Th 1-8; Sa 10-1
Morganville Cemetery Association Annual Meeting
Plot Owner Families & Friends PLEASE JOIN US
7pm • Wednesday, April 30, 2025
We encourage you to attend to provide your input and learn how the cemetery operates. at Morganville United Church of Christ Community Building 8466 Morganville Rd, Stafford, NY For information contact: Rick Branton, President 585-201-3145
CALEDONIALIBRARY: SPECIAL EVENTSINAPRIL
Afreebookforeachchildaccompaniedbyanadult;andadrawing foraCaledoniaLibraryToteBag. Andstopinandmeetournew Director,EmilyMeade.
NEWADULTFICTIONTheWorld’s FairQuiltbyJenniferChiaverini; Nobody’sFoolbyHarlanCoben; TheGriffinSisters’GreatestHitsby JenniferWeiner.
CHILDREN’SSTORYHOURTuesdaysat9:45a.m.:April22ndand 29th/May6th,13th,and27th.
LOOSELYKNITEachThursdayat 2:15p.m.Doyouknit?Crochet? Shareandlearntoo!
THEBOOKIESOurbookclubmeets everyfourweeksonaTuesday afternoonat2:15p.m.Callfor currentselection.
CHECKOUTOURPUZZLESAND OURPUZZLETABLE!
LOOKAHEADOurannualPetals, Pots&PagesisscheduledforMay 16thand17th.
ANNUALBOARDMEETINGTuesday May27that6:00p.m.
AVON
33rdAvonCentralSchool Alumni Banquetand50thClass Reunion oftheAvonCentralClass of1975-PleaseSAVETHEDATE: Friday,August8,2025.Hostedby theClassof1975.Thisbanquetis forallgraduatesofAvonCentralas wellasgraduatesofSt.Agnes School(Avon).Moreinformationto follow.Lookforpostsonthe“You KnowYouGrewupinAvon,NY” FBpage.Ifyouareaclassrepresentative,youwillbereceivinginformationsoon.Reconnectwith yourclassmates!Suretobeavery funtimewithdeliciousfood,entertainmentandfanfare.Anyquestions?Pleaseemailcsattora@gmail. comorestanton194@gmail.comor kjvalentine02@proton.me Seeyouthere!
AprilWednesdaySpaghettiDinner attheLegion! April23,46:30pm,AvonAmericanLegion Post294/AvonVeteransHall, 5480Avon-E.AvonRd.,Avon. Eat-inorTake-Out.Donation: Adults$12,ages5-12$5,under5 free.DinnerIncludes:Spaghettiand meatsauce,salad,bread,dessert, coffee,water.Proceeds:Avon AmericanLegionFamilyPrograms
BATAVIA
ArcGLOWGolfAbili-TEESTournament: The 49thAnnualArc GLOWAbili-TEESGolfTournament isMonday,July21,11am-7pmat TerryHillsGolfCourse.Funds raisedsupportchildrenandadults withintellectualanddevelopmental disabilitiesintheGLOWregion.For moreinformation,tosponsor,or registeryourfoursome,emailPR@ ArcGLOW.org.
FridayNightFoodTruckRodeo, Batavia. Held May2&23,June 13,July18,August22,and September12attheGenesee CountyFairgroundsinBatavia. Thebestandmostpopularfood trucksfromWesternNewYorkwill bereadytotakeyourorderstarting at4pmuntil8pm.Thisisafree admission,freeparking.Cashonly event.Oureventisheldrainor shine.ThelistingofFoodTrucksis subjecttochange.Sorrynopets. FridayNightFoodTruckRodeois sponsoredbytheGeneseeCounty AgriculturalSociety,Inc. GeneseeSymphonyOrchestra Concert - TheGeneseeSymphony Orchestra’sSpringConcert, “AmericanPictures”isSunday, April27,2025at4pmattheGCC StuartTheater.Featuringsoprano BrittanyBurgessandhonoring long-timeBoardmemberRoxie Choate.Ticketsavailableonlineat www.geneseesymphony.comat HollandLandOfficeMuseum, YNGODESS,GOART,Mr.Wine andLiquorandCoffeePress.Prices are$17adult,$12senior,students freewithID.Another“can’tmiss” concert.
BERGEN
Byron-BergenLibrary’sAnnual Pre-School Show -“MamaGoose ontheLoose”at9:30amonApril 23rdattheBergenEvangelical PresbyterianChurch(38SLake Ave,Bergen).MamaGoosewillbe engaginguswithafun-filledinteractiveshowthatusesrhymes, songs,puppets,musicalinstrumentsandmoretostimulatethe learningprocessofbabiesandtoddlers!Thisprojectismadepossible withfundsfromtheStatewide CommunityRegrantProgram,a regrantprogramoftheNYSCouncilontheArtswiththesupportof theofficeoftheGovernorandthe NYSLegislatureandadministered byGOART!Noregistrationnecessary-comejointhefun!
SpringChickenBBQ! The Bergen UnitedMethodistChurch,located at27S.LakeAvenue(Rt.19)inthe TownofBergen,willholditsannualSpringChickenBarbecueon Saturday,May3rd.Menuincludes 1⁄2 BBQChicken,MacaroniSalad, Beans,Applesauce,Roll&a Cookie.Ticketsare$15each.This isadrive-thruonlyevent.Pickup beginsat4:30pm.Paywhenyou pickupyourdinner(s).Reservations arestronglyrecommendedaswe selloutquickly.Formoreinformationortoleaveareservation, pleasecallthechurchofficeat 585-494-1312.
Stafford Historical Society
Meeting to be held ursday, April 24, 2025 7:00pm
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 6188 Main Rd. Stafford
BYRON
HistoricalSocietyDinner- The Byron HistoricalSocietywillhavea ChickenCordonBlueDinneratthe ByronPresbyterianChurchonMay 6that6PM.LynneBellusciowill presentaspeechonTheUndergroundRailroadinGenesee County.Callortext585-739-0447 forareservation.Dinnersare$18. Publiciswelcomed.6293West MainStreet(Route262),Byron.
CALEDONIA
FREERabiesVaccinationClinic2025: (For dogs,cats,andferrets). LivingstonCountyResidentsOnly. Wednesday,April23,Avon/ Caledonia;4CornersCampus, 4279AvonCaledoniaRoad, Caledonia(cornerofRiverRoad andRoute5),5pm-7pm.Contact Information:LivingstonCounty DepartmentofHealth,2Murray HillDrive,MountMorris,NY 14510.Phone:585-243-7280or 585-243-1717.www. livingstoncounty.us/eh.Email: swheaton@co.livingston.ny.us
CaledoniaSeniors are holding theirmonthlyluncheonmeetingat NoononMonday,April21atJones HallinCaledonia.OurProgramwill beapresentationonEnergyPrograms,andatalkbyLonChase abouthiswritingsandadventures. Ourbusinessmeetingwillinclude upcomingprogramsandtrips. Pleasebringadishtopassandyour tablewareanddrinks.Welookforwardtoseeingeveryone.Guests areencouraged.Questions,call Carolynat585-344-1461. FreeCrockpotCookingClass: Saturday April26;10AM-Noon; CaledoniaFirstPresbyterian Church,3080WestMainStreet. Featuringcrockpotquinoa breakfastporridgeandcrockpot steelcutoatsbreakfastporridge. Usingyourcrockpotforanutritious hotbreakfastwillmakethemorningrushabreeze.Ourvisionis sharingeasy,affordable,andnutritiousoptions.Therewillbetastings andsharedrecipes.
hometown events
Cal-MumRotaryChickenBBQ, Sunday April27,2025fromnoon untilgone.CaledoniaMarketplace ParkingLot.Chicken,saltpotatoes, macsalad,bread-$14.Proceeds benefitlocalRotarycommunity projectsandRotaryInternational. Emailcalmumrotary@gmail.comto reserveadinner
HAMLIN
14thannual,ILoveMyParkDay - SaturdayMay3rd. Hostedby theFriendsofHamlinBeachState Park.The14thannualILoveMy ParkDayisbeingheldonSaturday May3rdfrom9am-noonatHamlin BeachStatePark.Takeadayto volunteertoenhanceandhelpprepareourparkfortheupcoming springandsummerseason.Visit https://www.ptny.org/events/i-lovemy-park-day,tosignuptovolunteer.
LEROY
“MusicatSt.Mark’s,” a free monthlyconcertseriesatSt.Mark’s EpiscopalChurch,1EastMainSt., LeRoypresentstheGeneseeValley RecorderSocietyonThursday,April 24at7:00pm.Thisgroupofeight musiciansplaysrecordersofall sizes,fromthesmallsopraninoto theverylargeGreatBass.The groupalsoincludesharpsichord, gamba(anearlybowedstringinstrument),andvariouspercussion instruments.Theirmusicismostly fromtheRenaissanceandBaroque periods.Theprogramisfundedby aStatewideCommunityRegrant ProgramthroughGOART!More informationatstmarksleroy.orgor byemailingstmarksleroy@gmail. com.
OAKFIELD
AlabamaFireDepartment’s Chicken Barbeque -Annual ChickenBBQDinnerhalf-chicken withsides&dessert.Eat-inorTakeoutavailable.NoPresale.Cost: $15.JoinusonSunday,April27th, 11:30-2pmattheTownofAlabamaFireDeptInc,2230Judge Road,Oakfield.
PAVILION
55+SeniorLuncheon- Join uson Thursday,April24at11:30amat thePavilionFireHall.Pleasebring yourplate,utensils,drinkanddish topass.Dessertsfurnished.Every Seniorinsurroundingareasare welcome.
PERRY
CovingtonMethodistChurch Annual ChickenBBQ&BakeSale! TheCovingtonMethodist ChurchishavingtheirAnnual ChickenBarbecuewithBazaarand Bake-SaleonSaturday,April26th, from4:00tillgone.Thechurchis locatedat1557SimmonsRoad, betweenPerryandPavilion.The menuwillincludebarbecued chicken,potatoes,salad,beans, roll,andhome-madepie,donation is$15.00foradultsand$7.50for children.Take-outoreatin,Thank youforyoursupport.
House
Offers end of life and round-the-clock care for the dying and their families, providing a home environment of love, dignity and support. www.teresahouse.org
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ROCHESTER
HarmonyintheHouse2025 Concert - Thecurtainisrisingon anunforgettablemusicalexperience!OnSaturday,May31stat 3:00PM,OurLadyofMercyHigh School,1437BlossomRd.,Rochester.TheChorusoftheGeneseeand RochesterRhapsodyproudlypresent“HarmonyintheHouse”-a magicalmusicalshowcaseof acappellagroupsperforming everythingfromclassicbarbershop hitstocontemporaryfavorites. Comeforthemusic,stayforthe fun-we’vegotdoorprizes,raffles, andmore!Tickets:$20online|$25 atthedoor.https://www.facebook. com/events/568829616314341/
TheGatesHistoricalSociety’s April program willbeheldon Monday,April21at7:00pminthe GatesTownHallAnnex.JimDell’s programisentitled“ShoemakingIn The18thand19thCenturies:TechniquesandToolsOfTheTrade”.He willbebringingmanyofhistools andsomeshoesandwilldemonstratehowtheshoeswere made.Thisprogramisfreeandthe facilitiesarehandicappedaccessible.
DimensionsinTheatreOrganA Multimedia MusicalAdventure withPierreFracalanza-TheRochesterTheaterOrganSociety presents“DimensionsinTheatre OrganAMultimediaMusical Adventure”onSunday,May4that 2PMattheWestHerrAuditorium Theatre,885EMainSt.,Rochester. OrganistPierreFracalanza’sadventureincludesavarietyofmusicthat willdazzleyoureyesandtingle yourears!AdmissionforNONmembersis$15perperson.Children12andunderwithanadult, andstudentswithschoolIDare alwaysFREE.TheBoxOfficeopens at1PMandthedoorsopenat 1:15PM.SeatingisGeneralAdmission,notreserved.Noadvance ticketsales.
STAFFORD
StaffordSpringTeaandBasketRaffle -TheStaffordUnitedMethodist Church,6134MainSt.,Stafford,is havingaSpringTeaonSunday April27,at1:30pm.Costis$25 whichincludesfingersandwiches, fruit,cookies,andavarietyof sweets.Youandyourfriendscan sipteaorcoffeechatandwina basketandoneofmanydoor prizes.Fundsraisedwillgotoward localGeneseeCountymission projectsforourVeterans,Food PantryandBackpacksforschool children.Limitedseating.Call 585-409-0800byApril21sttoreserveyourseats.
JoeGerace’sAnnualSpaghetti Dinner - GeneseeCancerAssistanceisholdingJoeGerace’sAnnualSpaghettiDinnerThursday, May1st4pm-7pmatAscension ParishHall,17SumnerSt.,Batavia. $15perdinner(spaghettiand meatballs,salad,bread,anddessert).Dine-InorTake-Out(beveragesservedforDine-In).Various rafflesavailablethroughoutthe event(donationsareappreciated). Pre-Saletickets(recommendedbut notrequired)areavailableatwww. geneseecancerassistance.orgorthe office585-345-0417.Fundsraised assistcancerpatientsinGenesee County.TheeventisheldinmemoryofJoeGerace,whowasa dedicatedvolunteertoGenesee CancerAssistanceformanyyears. Theannualspaghettidinnerwas oneofJoe’sfavoriteevents.
WYOMING
Chicken&BiscuitDinner: Saturday, MAY3from3-6pmatYork BaptistChurch,2738MainStreet, York.Drive-ThruOnly!$12Adults,$8-Students(School& College),Free-Children5&under. YORK AllWyomingCentralSchool Alumni and pastemployeesare invitedtoaReuniononJune7that WyomingCentralSchool.Getyour ticketsbyMAY1st.Contact: 585-993-0669.
Teresa
Children’s Center
Livingston County Community Service
Teaches youth accountability for their actions and prevents repeat offenses and out-of-home placement, providing exposure to positive role models, skill building, educational workshops, and meaningful community service opportunities. www.hillside.com
SENIOR NEWS LINE
By Matilda Charles
A New Internet Scam
I’d thought I could identify an internet scam when it showed up, but there’s a new one out now. It’s slick and potentially dangerous if you fall for it.
It’s called the CAPTCHA scam. CAPTCHA stands for “completely automated public turing test to tell computers and humans apart.” They are those annoying interruptions when you’re trying to access a webpage. You typically have to click a box to prove you’re not a robot.Then you have to type in the skewed letters on the screen and click all the parts of the streetlight, or car or bus or whatever the image is. All this before it allows you to go to the page you’re trying to see.
The newest scam is that these CAPTCHAs are spreading malware in your computer with every step.
This is a sneaky scam because we’ve been lulled into complacency about those CAPTCHA verification tests, and we might tend to just click on it to get through it. Things are different now. If you come across a CAPTCHA, check the address of the webpage by looking for “https” to be sure that little “s” is present.
Here’s how the scams work:
You might be instructed to download a file or to press certain keys.
Or, after completing the first step, you might end up on a fake webpage that looks a lot like the one you were trying to get to.
Once you get through the steps, malware is installed on your computer without you knowing, and its job is to hunt for personal information on your machine.
If you suddenly get a CAPTCHA popping up when you don’t expect it, back out of the page. Don’t go there.
Even if you’re sure you’re safe, don’t download anything that a CAPTCHA steers you to.
And as always, keep good virus protection on your computer.
(c) 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.
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HOW TO CREATE A ROMANTIC NIGHT AT HOME
Slow dance: When was the last time you enjoyed a dance in each other’s arms? Turn up “your song” and sway to the beat. Dancing together can rekindle romantic feelings and needn’t be reserved for special occasions like weddings.
“Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it all into words is all that is necessary. ” Margaret Cousins
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• Innova INVERSION TABLE, model ITM5900 with owner’s manual. You will need to move from my basement. Mumford. 585-283-1695
• 3½’ METAL CLOTHES RACK on wheels. You pick up, Webster. jgouse@aol.com
• BOOK SET, Historical Romances of William Harrison Ainsworth. 16 vol. Shortsville. frankbiff@protonmail.com
• Eight STEEL POSTS and approx. 30’ PET FENCING, 4-DRAWER DRESSER w/deep drawers. Good condition. HALF BED RAIL for hospital bed or twin bed. Wayland. nferguson1008@gmail.com
• TROY BILT CULTIVATOR, gas, for a small garden. Clifton Springs. 617-699-0716
• BEDS – two queen size and two singles. Complete w/metal frames, mattresses, and springs. All in very good condition. Fairport. 585-223-2612
• Two TWIN SIZE BEDS with mattresses and box springs. Iron foot and headboards with steel frame. Take one or both. Livonia. Willoughbyhousebooks@gmail.com
• Robotics/Electronics hobbyists - bag of ELECTRIC MOTORS from small 1” dia. to medium 5” x 2” dia. 12V. Batavia. 585-815-5508
• LANDSCAPING LAVA ROCK. You collect in containers and take away. Hilton. 585-392-3448
• Large bag of PRESCRIPTION BOTTLES. Henrietta. Nvillone82@gmail.com
• Full size SCHWIN 10 SPEED BICYCLE and LAWN SPREADER with PNEUMATIC TIRES. Gorham. 585-396-7265
• 14’ ALUMINUM BOAT. Holley. 585-405-3393
• PATIO TABLE, square, glass top w/five chairs. Metal. Good quality. Gray/beige. Geneseo. 585-346-9558
• Men’s Liberty EXTERNAL CATHETERS. 90 count. Avon. 585-226-9652
• GLUCOSE MONITOR with TESTING STRIPS or can be Dexcom, FreeStyle Libre also. 585-993-2432
• Four pieces of 8’ x 1” ELECTRIC CONDUIT for bird house post. Honeoye Falls Scout project. 585-260-8951
• Small CAR (automatic) in working condition, GAME SYSTEMS (handheld or other), COSTUME JEWELRY, CD PLAYER, POLICE SCANNERS. 585-415-8513
• KITCHEN TABLE & CHAIRS. 585-236-0426
• VHS TAPE PLAYER. 585-507-8788
• LIFT CHAIR. 585-502-5259 (no texts)
• WOODEN PICNIC TABLE w/benches not attached. 585-381-6546
• Small ROLLATOR WALKER. No more than 19” between handles. 585-857-7162
• Men’s size 4X PANTS and size 3X SHIRTS. rainbowroseroom@gmail.com
• CARD CATALOG CABINETS, 12-15 drawers. Needed for seed library. Text 585-208-7152
• Old ‘70s STEREO EQUIPMENT – receivers, speakers, turntables, etc., ‘80s COMPUTERS - Apple Commodore IBM, ‘90s VIDEO GAMESNintendo. 585-883-5334
• CAT FOOD, DOG FOOD, CAT LITTER, ADVANTAGE or FRONTLINE: holdfort@rochester.rr.com
• YOGA/EXERCISE MAT in new/good condition. 585-649-8706
• HORSE WATERING TROUGH. Leaks okay and preferred. 585-374-5768
&passages memoriams
Janice Elizabeth Howard
April 11, 2025
LeRoy: Janice Elizabeth Howard died on April 11, 2025 secure in the knowledge that she lives on through her children, Robert (Janine) Howard DiCarlo, Tara (Michael) Lynn DiCarlo Scregg and Andrew (Tom Wood) Brian Cohen and her grandchildren, Aidan James Scregg, Patrick omas DiCarlo, Sophie Marie DiCarlo and Nicholas Patrick DiCarlo. She is survived by her sister, Gail Howard Kendrick (Cyrus) and several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband, Dale Lynn Cohen and her sister, Cynthia Lee Howard.
Jan was a dedicated advocate for the profession of nursing having graduated from Worcester Hahnemann Hospital School of Nursing (RN), Daemen College (BS) and the University of Buffalo (MS). roughout her professional career she worked as a staff nurse, office nurse, educator, political activist and administrator. She was the recipient of many nursing awards, including the New York State Nurses Association Legislative Award, the Ruth T. McGrorey Award from the Professional Nurses Association of Western New York—its highest honor—and the Excalibur Award for nursing excellence from the Veterans Administration. She was also inducted into NYSNA’s Leadership Institute—its highest honor. Once NYSNA became a nurse’s union, she dedicated her energies to the federal legislative agenda of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and the state legislative agenda of the American Nurses Association-New York (ANA-NY).
A celebration of Jan’s life was held on September 17, 2023. Memorials may be made in her name to Nurses House, Inc., 2118 Western Avenue, Suite 2, Guilderland, New York 12084-9559. You may visit Jan on the wall at the National Women’s Hall of Fame, 1 Canal Street, Seneca Falls, NY 13148.
Condolences may be shared with Jan’s family at www.falconefuneralhome.com
“Hometowns seem to be loved most by the people who used to live in them....” ~ William D. Tammeus
Maybe absence does make the heart grow fonder. We constantly hear celebrities of all kinds referring to their idyllic early years in their hometown. To hear them, one has to wonder why anyone would ever leave such a friendly, fun-filled place.
Whatever hometown we come from, of whatever size, we tend to think our future lies elsewhere, in greener pastures beyond a distant fence. Only later do we realize that it wasn’t too bad at home and our affection for the place of our youth increases as the years go by.
We believe that a funeral service should be a beautiful experience, helping the bereaved to make a satisfactory adjustment to their loss.
Celebrate the memory of someone who has touched your life by publishing a memoriam in our passages section.
Submit online at www.gvpennysaver.com/passages or call us at 585-226-8111 to share your precious memories.
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What does the word Easter mean? Another theory suggests that the word ‘Easter’ originated from the German word for ‘East,’ also meaning dawn.
The most common Easter tradition is dyeing Easter eggs, including a lot of fun activities such as egg rolling and egg hunts. Flying kites and games like leapfrog are also popular, as well as games associated with the Easter bunny.
Chocolate and other candy, especially bunny- or egg-shaped ones are widely consumed. Pastel colors like pink, baby blue, and lilac are associated with this day and are seen everywhere on clothing, dyed eggs, and at events.
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Assess your likes and dislikes. Another area of consideration is what you like to do. Leaving a job may be based around finding a career that caters to your interests. Make a list of the types of careers you find appealing. To gethelp,takeacareerassessment quiz online.
Service Technicians, Full-time
Requirements: Class B CDL with tanker endorsement is needed to perform this job.
Job description: Service Technicians travel our 25-mile service radius to pump and maintain septic tanks. Ideal candidates will have a team player mentality, strong customer service skills, be self-motivated, and be physically able to drag hoses, hand shovel up to 2 feet deep, and occasionally li up to 100 pounds. Septic experience is a plus, but we will happily train the right individuals.
Pay range for this position: $23-$30/hour
General Laborers, Full-time (seasonal ok)
Requirements: Clean NYS driver’s license
Job description: General Laborers will travel with and assist our maintenance and installation teams. Applicants should have a positive attitude, be self-motivated, and physically able to drag hoses, hand shovel up to 2 feet deep and occasionally li up to 100 pounds.
Pay range for this position: $15-$20/hour
We offer: A small, family-owned-and-operated work environment. Full-time benefits include medical & dental insurance, productivity bonuses, retirement plan, paid time off and paid holidays.
Call, email or text with interest/resume today and let’s see if we are a match!
2920 Telephone Rd., Caledonia, NY 14423 scott@barefootseptic.com
Office: (585) 538-4886 • Cell: (585) 303-7247
Shoot Fireworks Part-Time!
with Young Explosives Corporation
Open to all who are interested in working on fireworks displays part-time during the summer. Must be 18 years or older.
Registration & questions call (585) 394-1783 www.youngexplosives.com
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