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FAM ILY-FRIENDLY W INTER ACTIVITIES M any people may run indoors w hen the temperatures outside approac h or dip below freezing. But the truly adventurous see no reason w hy a little c old w eather should keep them c ooped up indoors for months at a time. Sports and other physic al ac tivities c an provide the perfec t respite from the c abin fever that c an settle in during long w inters. Families looking to get some quality time outdoors together this w inter c an enjoy a host of ac tivities in the great outdoors, even if the temperatures are a tad on the c hilly side.

NOTABLE AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSICIANS Dinah Washington - A singer, Washington has been called “the most popular Black female recording artist of the 1950s.” She achieved success during a time of turmoil when the recording industry wasn’t necessarily friendly toward women or African American performers. Her work would help open up opportunities for other female Black singers.

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Carhartt Santa Thank you to the Carhartt-decked Santa at Aldi yesterday! At least six people in the store received envelopes with a cheery “Merry Christmas” and inside was money! I was one of the lucky customers. It was such a kind gesture.

Thank you! Merry Christmas!

Courtesy

Go shopping lately? It’s bad enough with the self-centered drivers, but also those inside the stores. Leaving their cart smack in the middle of a row while they “window shop” a few feet away, then getting mad when someone moves it to pass. Blocking the deli counter waiting to be served. The “joggers” who fly out of a side isle and literally run their carts into others. A family of 5 or 6 blocking the whole aisle, oblivious to people trying to get around them. Don’t forget the two shoppers with carts standing next to each other discussing personal matters. Finally, even though there’s more, you try to be courteous and move off to the side. That draws more attention and they stand there until you move over. They look for whatever, I don’t know, then walk away with nothing. They must believe you’re hiding something standing there. Shoppers need to look further than the tip of their noses.

Walmart workers The workers at our local Geneseo Walmart have been so cheerful and helpful throughout this holiday season.

Even the ones that are “shoppers” would take the time to check on the location or availability of items. I was there on the 23rd and many were festively dressed – even a green faced Grinch was busy! Thanks to them for making the season a little better for your customers!

Life Saving Signs ...

Happy to see some extremely important signs at dangerous intersections that read “Cross Traffic Does Not Stop,” however, there are so many other intersections that need this important message. Should be pretty simple to remedy!

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national skating month January National Skating Month is celebrated every year during the month of January. This month-long holiday is packed with fun events to create awareness and spread the love for skating. U.S Figure Skating and Learn to Skate U.S.A prepare a host of entertaining activities and ideas for organizations to implement every year.

Join us as we celebrate all things skating this month!

1882

Axel Paulson Makes History

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Paulson becomes the first skater to perform a forward-starting jump.

1908

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Help Reduce Animal Overpopulation One of the easiest ways to prevent pet overpopulation is to spay and neuter animals. Cats can reproduce at very fast rates. According to the Cat Rescue, Adoption & Foster Team of Central Oregon, two uncontrolled breeding cats can create the following situation if they have two litters a year at a survival rate of 2.8 kittens per litter: 12 cats in the first year, 66 cats in the second year, and 2,201 cats in the third year. Cats reach puberty between 4 and 12 months of age. Female cats reproduce between January and September, and might come back into “heat” every 14 to 21 days until they have bred or daylight decreases considerably. Cats can give birth 60 days after they have bred.

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Remembering Batavia Barbershops (HAIR TODAY, GONE TOMORROW) B Y D AV I D R E I L LY Originally published in The Batavian, Jan 9, 2023 Edited and reprinted with permission ifty or sixty years ago, in small cities like Batavia, barbershops were community hubs.

Every man and boy (unless their wife, mom, or aunt was a hairdresser) generally went to the barber at least once a month. Barbershops were more than businesses; they were gathering places for men, just as hairdressers were for women.

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ran a shop on West Main Street. The Meleca brothers—Carl, Tony, and Benny—operated nearby, reportedly sometimes fishing out their back window overlooking Tonawanda Creek. Carl later moved to Main and Oak, where he worked until age 89. Ben Meleca taught chemistry at Notre Dame High and went on to teach at Ohio State University.

Barbers often doubled as confidantes, and men discussed politics, sports, or fishing and hunting. Today, you will be more likely to witness that in a diner or coffee shop where groups of usually older retired gentlemen sit around a table complaining about “how the world has gone to hell in a handbasket.” In his later years, my dad and his cronies called it the “coffee klatch,” and their main forum was Sport of Kings Restaurant.

Other memorable barbers included Ray “Stub” Fisher, who tied fishing flies between customers, and Tom Varco, known for off-color jokes. Bill Cecere delighted kids with Juicy Fruit gum and Mad magazines. Shops were scattered throughout Batavia: Charlie Puccio on Oak Street, Louie Fanara on Ellicott, Jack Burling on State (and later East Main), and Joe Deni by the Richmond Library, where kids would get books then get their hair cut, or vice versa. Chuck Wood had a shop on the corner of Bank and Washington above a TV repair store, and dads dropped off televisions for new tubes and then got haircuts.

In the 1950s, boys had limited haircut options: short and neat or crew cuts. Teens could opt for a ducktail, a style associated with “greasers” or Elviswannabes, often accompanied by a leather jacket, white T-shirt with a rolled-up sleeve bulging a pack of Lucky Strike smokes, and, if the wearer was way cool, would drive a ‘57 Chevy.

We Reilly kids went to Warren Parker for haircuts. I remember that when we were little, Mr. Parker had a booster seat on his chair. As we got older, the main attraction was his supply of comic books. I recall he kept them in a drawer, and we had to ask for them, probably to prevent their disappearance.

Local barbershops of the time were the town’s lifeblood. In 1960, with a population around 18,000, Batavia had 20-25 barbershops, ranging from single-chair operations to multi-chair establishments advertising “no waiting.”

Haircuts usually cost $1.50 to $2.00, with an extra charge for a shave. My brother tells the story that when he was about 10, he snuck into a cheaper barber because he wanted the extra money for something. But the barber buzzed him with a crew cut my mom didn’t want him to get, so he got a scolding as well as a scalped head.

So, if barbershops were so useful, popular, and necessary, why do so few remain? Blame it on The Beatles for one. In the early 1960s, when The Fab Four took the world by storm with their longish hairdos, many boys jumped on the long hair bandwagon. Hippie culture spread from San Francisco and long hair became synonymous with Vietnam War protests, cementing barbershops’ decline. With the rise of Disco in the ‘70s, men and boys getting hair cut by a “stylist” no longer held stigma, and today there are quick hair salons on every corner and in every mall.

There are still a few barbers in Batavia, such as Canzoneri’s and Royals on Ellicott and My Cut on East Main, that are throwbacks to bygone days. They will not disappear, as men will always need their hair cut. However, in today’s fast-paced world with people always in a rush, it doesn’t seem barbershops will ever regain their place as a de facto clubhouse for men and boys of town. That might be the unkindest cut of all to barbers.

Local barbers were part of the community fabric. Warren Parker’s brother, John (“Shorty”),

Photos provided by David Reilly.

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Cra Suppli Unlimited We carry: Xstitch, matboard, beading, knit & crochet notions, ribbon, general craft supplies, instruction books, greeting cards & gifts.

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Buying or Selling Call Heidi for all your Real Estate Needs (Cell)

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Byron Bergen Public Library 13 S. Lake St., Bergen (585) 494-1120 Byron-BergenPublicLibrary.org Hours: Tues.-Thurs. 10-1 & 2-7; Fri. 10-6; Sat. 10-1

Caledonia Library 3108 Main Street, Caledonia (585) 538-4512 Hours: Mon. & Thurs. 2-5:30 & 7-9; Tues. 9-1 & 2-5:30; Fri. 2-5:30; Sat. 9-1

Chili Public Library 3237 Chili Avenue, Rochester www.chililibrary.org (585) 889-2200 Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-9; Fri.-Sat. 9-5, Sun. Closed

Hollwedel Memorial Library 5 Woodrow Dr., Pavilion (585) 584-8843 Hours: M,W 1-8; T, Th 10-1; F 11-6; S 9-noon; Sunday-closed

WNY Bluegrass Music Assoc.

FREE Monthly Open Jam - Two indoor areas, as well as on the covered patio and the Groto (weather permitting) on the second Sunday of each month from 2-7pm at the Bennington Lanes, 1374 Clinton St. Rd., (Route 354) Attica.

We welcome everyone and encourage you to bring your acoustic instruments (guitars, banjos, mandolins, basses, fiddles, etc.) and play along at any level, or just stop in for a listen 2pm-7pm. The next jam is Sunday, JANUARY 12th, 2-7 pm. Please tell your music loving friends to bring their instruments and play along for an extra fun afternoon!

AVON Monthly Breakfast - Held the first Sunday of the month (JANUARY 5) from 8-11am at the Avon Veterans Hall, 5480 Avon-East Avon Rd., Avon. Breakfast includes: Scrambled eggs, sausage, home fries, toast, pancakes, juice, coffee, tea, water. Proceeds to benefit Avon American Legion Family Programs. All welcome. Hosted by American Legion Post 294. Kids: 5-12 $5, Under 5: Free and Adults: $10.

BATAVIA Mumford Branch Library 883 George Street, Mumford (585) 538-6124 Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri. 12-6

Newman Riga Library 1 S. Main St., Churchville, NY www.newmanrigalibrary.org (585) 293-2009 Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri. 11-5; Tues., Thurs. 11-9; Sat. 10-2

Scottsville Free Library 28 Main Street, Scottsville (585) 889-2023 Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri. 10-5; Tues., Thurs. 1-8; Sat. 10-1

Here’s what’s happening at your local library…

STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne * In the late 1800s in Corinne, Utah, you could buy legal divorce papers from a vending machine for $2.50.

Hey Brother Productions Comedy Showcase - Join host Frank Corbiserie for the third Hey Brother Productions Comedy Showcase on Friday January 10th at 8:30pm, GO ART!, 201 E Main St., Batavia. The show will feature: MARK BARRETT, JIM CREAHAN, BRYAN BEALE with Headliner: DAN MAHONEY. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by Calling or Texting: 201-602-1985 o r E m a i l : f r a n k @ heybrotherproductions.com. Space is limited so preregistration is highly suggested.

The ART of Tarot - Join Andarta for her NEW workshop, The Art of Tarot Participants will look at the artwork, imagery, and symbolism of the tarot, as well as learning about the different types of tarot decks. This class will be a 1 hour class Thursday January 23 from 7-8pm and will cost $30 per participant. If you would like to also register for Andarta’s Meditation 101 class on Thursday January 9th the registration is only $40 for both classes. In the case of bad weather there will be the option to attend virtually. Held at GO ART!, 201 E Main St., Batavia. To Register visit goart.org

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Wells Barn Legacy Fundraiser You’re Cordially Invited to SEE THE PROJECT! The Wells Barn Legacy Fundraiser - A 1920s-Inspired Celebration of Art, Music, and Community. Hosted by Ted and Patty Hawley of New York Craft Malt and the GO ART! Board of Directors. January 10, 6PM-10PM, New York Craft Malt, 8164 Bank Street Road, Batavia. Step into the elegance and excitement of the Roaring Twenties for an unforgettable evening at the historic Wells Barn, celebrating its 99th anniversary. World-class entertainment, exquisite cuisine, and community impact, all in support of GO BARN!, a new cultural hub for Western New York. To purchase tickets visit https://goart.org/wellsbarn/ Fiber Art Teen Classes - Come to GO ART! and learn about the fiber arts! Classes are instructed by local fiber artist Jessica Streiff. Classes are $25 per class. For children in 7-12 grades. Project 1 Option: Beginner Scarf (1/4/2025 11 A -1P).

You will also learn basic stitching patterns, crochet terminology, can be whatever desired length, will discuss how to change color or be a solid color. Project 2 Option: Cat Hat or Beanie (1/11/2025 11 A -1P).

Project 3 Option: Fingerless Gloves (1/18/2025 11 A -1P). Project 4 Option: Leg Warmers (1/25/2025 11 A -1P). To register please visit https://goart.org/programming/ exlporeart/exlporeart-children/.

Winter Dot Mandala Painting class - Learn the basics of Dot Mandala Painting and paint a unique vinyl record on Saturday January 11th from 2-5pm with instructor Mia Barone of DotsAMia. Tickets are $40 per person. Dotting tools (2 styluses and 4 acrylic dowels), palettes, paint, vinyl record to paint on (design similar to picture; you may choose your own colors to go on the black record), and black practice paper will be supplied.

Dotting kits will be available for purchase. Class is for ages 12 and up. Pre-registration required to attend. To register please visit https:// goart.org/programming/exlporeart/ exploreart-adult/

STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne * From 1932 to 1967, there was a casino called the “Bullpen” in a stone building on the grounds of the Nevada State prison in Carson City, where inmates could play blackjack, craps, poker and bet on sports.

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6 Week Children’s Cooking Classes: Cooking classes for children are back at GO ART! Class is for ages 6-13 and the cost is $25/ per class and take place from 4-6pm. Wk 1 1/4/25 - No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies. Wk 2 1/11/25 - Rice Krispies Treats. Wk 3 1/18/25 - Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries. Wk 4 1/25/25 - Banana Ice Cream. Wk 5 2/1/25 - Mini Brownie Bites. Wk 6 2/8/25 Chocolate Mug Cake. GO ART!, 201 E Main St., Batavia. To learn more and register please visit goart. org

LEROY “Community for Understanding,” a book discussion group open to all, will meet on Wednesday, January 8 from 6:30-7:30 pm at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 1 East Main St., LeRoy to discuss The Reading List

by Sara Nisha Adams, a novel about the ways that books can unite very different people. All are welcome at this or any future discussion. You may borrow a book from the church office. Info at stmarksleroy. org/upcoming-events or email stmarksleroy@gmail.com

ROCHESTER Veterans Only - Amerk’s Hockey Game: Veterans join us at Blue Cross Arena (1 War Memorial Square, Rochester) on 17 January 2025 at 5 p.m., where the Rochester Americans take on Lehigh Phantoms. We’ll have a shuttle bus pick us up locally and take us to our game suite to enjoy some hockey, food, and fun with fellow Veterans.

Limited space available, request a seat now at www.livcovets.com to get a spot for our hockey night.

The Rochester Women’s Community Chorus Presents “100 Years of Music” - The Rochester Women’s Community Chorus (RWCC) will perform on Saturday, January 11, 7-9pm at the Harley School under the direction of Kristy Houston. A program of music from the past century that crosses boundaries of both time and genre.

There’s something for music lovers of all ages! Tickets available at the door and on the RWCC website.

General admission: $15; Seniors $12. Children 12 and under free.

The Harley School, 1981 Clover Street, Rochester. The Harley School Auditorium is wheelchair accessible, and the performance will feature ASL interpretation.

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DEAR DR. ROACH: I read in a health journal that large amounts of sodium are unhealthy for one’s diet. The government standard is no more than 2,300 mg of sodium per day. If one’s health isn’t so good, some doctors say that their sodium intake shouldn’t be more than 1,500 mg per day. Everything you eat or drink counts.

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If consuming sodium is so bad for your health, then why aren’t there limitations in the amount of sodium a company can put into their products? Shouldn’t this be controlled by the federal government, similar to alcohol or numerous other chemicals in food and drinks that we find in cans, boxes and packages?

For instance, why should diet soda have sodium in it? -- E.R.

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As a physician, my role is to advise. It’s not for me to dictate public policy, and I worry about the government making regulations about what is a personal choice. Pretzels contain 250-300 mg of sodium in a 1-ounce serving, so a big bag of pretzels might have 5 grams of sodium -- two day’s worth. I’m uncomfortable with the government limiting my ability to buy this, even if it isn’t a good idea for me to consume it all in a day.

On the other hand, I think that the decision made by the Food and Drug Administration in 2015 to ban the use of trans fats was correct. Trans fats are exceedingly unhealthy, and manufacturers quickly switched to heathier options. The decision to ban a substance or limit its use must be made wisely. As far as diet sodas, sodium suppresses the bitter taste that can accompany some artificial sweeteners. A typical diet soda might have 20 mg of sodium (0.02 grams), so those usually aren’t the biggest offenders. On the other hand, a large pizza might have 6-10 grams of sodium.

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However, sodium is an essential nutrient, and although sodium deficiency is unheard of now, there are conditions where a highsodium diet is important. I recently saw a patient who had POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) after COVID, and she needs 8-12 grams of sodium daily to keep her blood pressure up.

ANSWER: I agree that finasteride decreases the risk of prostate cancer and death due to prostate cancer. Unfortunately, the data show more of a 25% to 30% decreased risk rather than an 80% risk.

If it were 80% successful at stopping prostate cancer, we would be recommending it to all men (in absence of side effects). Still, a decrease in prostate cancer risk is worth considering when it comes to the treatment of symptomatic prostate enlargement. Finally, finasteride reduces PSA levels by about half, which needs to be taken into account when interpreting the PSA level.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible.

Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. © 2024 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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PAIN AND DISCOMFORT AFTER IMPLANTS: WHAT TO EXPECT If you’re getting dental implants, you may be wondering what kind of pain and discomfort to expect afterward. During the procedure you’ll be under either local or general anesthetic and won’t feel anything.

Afterward you should expect mild inflammation and pain for 10 to 14 days, especially within the first three days, during which you should rest at home. Plan to eat a diet of soft foods for one to two weeks to limit pain and speed healing. Depending on the implant locations, you may experience pain in the jaw, chin, cheeks, or underneath the eyes.

Pain should be manageable with over-the-counter medications; any pain beyond this level may indicate an infection or an improperly placed implant.

varied and healthy diet without the restrictions some denture wearers face, and they often bring a renewed sense of self-confidence by eliminating the day-to-day frustrations and discomfort of ill-fitting dentures. People with implants often say they feel better, look better, and live better. If you think implants may be for you, call us at BATAVIA FAMILY DENTAL for a consultation. A visit to 6 Batavia City Centre may be just what you need to enhance your quality of life.

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HOW TO HEAL FROM MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES THAT AROSE DURING THE PANDEMIC Ask for help. The pandemic was proof that it’s impossible to go it alone through difficult situations, so individuals should not hesitate to rely on loved ones as they recover. MHA notes that social support is crucial when healing from trauma and touts the value of sharing one’s story. Such sharing enables individuals to process their thoughts and feelings.

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CAT’S STRANGE LUMP NEEDS A VET’S CARE DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I inherited my aunt’s cat, “Tabitha,” late last year. When Tabbi came to live with me, I noticed that she had six toes, but only on one paw. Her other front paw was normal. I thought that was unusual but not dangerous, or my aunt would have done something about it. However, on our first visit to the veterinarian, when I pointed out the toe as a strange genetic anomaly, the vet got very concerned. The “toe” was actually a lump! Tabbi had surgery to remove it. Fortunately, it was benign, and she recovered completely. Please tell your readers to contact the vet when they notice any strange growth.

-- Joe in Portland, Oregon DEAR JOE: Thank you for sharing your story! Cats, dogs and other pets can develop strange growths or lumps during their lifetime. It’s not always easy to determine whether a growth is harmless or needs to be removed. The vet will do a needle biopsy and can often examine the cells under a micro-scope right in their office, so they can report their findings to you almost immediately. Sometimes, they will send a sample to a veterinary pathologist, who can provide a clearer picture of what’s going on with a lump or mass.

Having new lumps and bumps checked out as soon as possible is important, because the vet can treat them while they’re still small, so your pet suffers less pain and discomfort. If a mass turns out to be cancerous, the faster the treatment happens, the better.

So, just as a change in behavior or energy signals that it’s time to visit the vet, a new lump or bump (or any strange new growth) should be checked out as soon as possible.

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and WOOD KITCHEN TABLE, 36” diameter. Very heavy. Legs detach for transport. Palmyra. Salubrious48@yahoo.com

SMALL HARD-SHELL CAMPER needed by local Boy Scout Troop.

Text/Call 585-455-4363

All kinds of COLORING BOOKS. Pick up, Henrietta. 585-236-0426

MOVIE FILM or VIDEO of 2 local rock bands from 1966-1972 named Us & Company and Redhorse. 2musicbands@gmail.com

CANDLE MAKING SUPPLIES. Top notch. Molds, wax, dyes, etc.

Will meet in Avon. laurmec9@aol.com

A COMPUTER CHAIR in Batavia. 585-536-6269

GAMING CHAIR. Has some wear but still works. Large DOG CRATE. Geneseo. Text 585-752-9544

7’ MEDIUM/HEAVY FISHING ROD with 30# fishing line and any extra fishing tackle. 585-645-2618 (no texting)

ELASTICATED TUBULAR BANDAGE. New in box, size F (4” w x app.

10 yd). Pick up, Henrietta. 585-435-3594

WOOL BLANKETS for insulation from the ground. 585-500-8839

Queen size Jamestown BOX SPRING. Almost new. In two sections for easy handling. Henrietta. 585-334-3267

COMIC BOOKS, any & all, any condition. Will pick up.

Text/Call 585-260-0437 ADULT NUTRITIONAL DRINKS, any brand. Text/Call 585-649-8706

Three 2-drawer STEEL FILE CABINETS. Pick up, Penfield.

585-264-1068

COAT TREE, WINDOW SCREENS, small IGLOO DOGHOUSE, PORTABLE WHEELCHAIR and WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE RAMP. 585-507-8788

LITTLE TYKES SCHOOL DESK. Pick up, Bergen. 716-474-2884 KING SIZE BED FRAME. Pick up, Geneseo. 585-991-8255

MERCURY SABLE WAGON in working condition, around the year 2003. 585-500-2588

16# BOWLING BALL, multi-colored. Pick up, Henrietta.

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Stories! 4-H Camp Bristol Hills is looking for your OLD CAMP TALES for the Camp Centennial. Pre-1980 preferred. Jah249@cornell.edu

Two complete TWIN BEDS with frames, mattresses, box springs, mattress pads, blankets. Hemlock. elsiecostanzo@gmail.com

GHILLIE SUIT and CAMOUFLAGE NETTING, anything to hide in the woods. scoutmasterdavid@yahoo.com

One wood and one plastic used but steam-sanitized standard ROUND TOILET SEATS. No issues, hardware included. Conesus.

Text/Call 607-542-9113

Sturdy OAK DINING ROOM TABLE and an ELECTRIC STOVE w/oven in good working condition. 585-381-6546

50 various RECORDS, box of cassettes, some 8 tracks. Must take all.

Fairport. cszilagyi1@rochester.rr.com

OLD ELECTRONICS, tube testers, tube radios, tube stereos, anything tube. OLD RADIOS, transistor radios, microphones, test equipment, speakers, and amplifiers. greg3151@ymail.com

Life Fitness ELLIPTICAL - works great. You move: heavy, need truck and friends. Also, basic HOME BREWING EQUIPMENT, carboys, bottles, brushes, etc. Canandaigua. 585-469-4539

METRONOME, either manual or electric. 585-948-5079

GE GAS OVEN with four burner stovetop (c. 2003). Everything works except the broiler button. Pickup in Penfield. corcaigh111@gmail.com

Mercury SNOWMOBILE PARTS 1974-76 for restoration project.

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54” x 78” FOAM MATTRESS TOPPER, 3” thick. Great for camping.

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active senior living Here’s A Tip BYLINE: By JoAnn Derson * A chef ’s trick to keep cooked spinach green is to make sure the pot is not covered while cooking. * “When cooking shrimp in a bouillon, put them in the freezer for about 10 minutes before cooking. They will cook up nice and tender. I have had success with this also when grilling.

When putting shrimp on a skewer, I use double skewers, which hold about five shrimp. When I thread the skewers side by side, the shrimp are easier to turn over, and they do not spin on the skewer.” -- R.R. in Florida * To keep cheese blocks moist and mold free, place in a container with a tight-fitting lid. Place a piece of napkin dampened with white vinegar in with the cheese.

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STEPS TO LEAVE A JOB GRACEFULLY Deciding to leave a job is seldom an easy decision. However, it’s a more common decision than many people may know, as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates the average worker holds 10 different jobs before age 40.

People change jobs for a variety of reasons. Some do so because of better opportunities elsewhere, while others simply need a change. Regardless of what’s motivating a job change, leaving a place of employment can elicit various emotions, including some that may contribute to negative thoughts about a current employer. But it’s always best to leave a job gracefully, which can pay dividends down the road.

Hiring in LeRoy, NY 2 Full-Time Ambulance Billing Specialists and 1 Full-Time Accounts Receivable Specialist Billing is responsible for data entry and insurance billing of patient claims.

Computer, accuracy and motivation skills required. In-house training will be necessary, usually requires 6-9 months. Accounts receivable is responsible for posting payments to patient accounts from various forms such as checks or explanation of benefits from insurance carriers.

Send resumes to resumes@medexbilling.com

Join Our Team at Lapp, LLC – The Global Leader in High-Voltage Insulators!

Are you ready to work for a company with a stellar reputation and a commitment to quality and innovation? Lapp, LLC, based in LeRoy, NY, is looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a Production Worker.

Position: Production Worker Location: LeRoy, NY Shift: 1st and 2nd Shift ($1.25 /hour shift differential for 2nd shift)

Wage Range: Starting at $20.10/hour.

What You’ll Do: • Read and interpret production orders, simple blueprints, & work instructions.

• Perform tasks requiring strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.

• Handle physical duties, including lifting heavy loads.

The Byron-Bergen Central School District is seeking motivated team members and invites you to join our team and apply for the anticipated Civil Service opening:

What We’re Looking For:

1 Contract Bus Driver

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions accurately.

• A team-oriented attitude and willingness to contribute to a collaborative environment.

• Physical stamina to meet the demands of the position.

• Valid NYS Driver’s License required • CDL Class B with School Bus Passenger Endorsement • All applicants must pass federal drug test and the DOT physical • Benefits available (health insurance, sick/personal time, NYS retirement plan) • Starting rate: $25-26.53 per hour (based upon prior experience)

How to Apply: Complete your application at Lapp, LLC 130 Gilbert Street, LeRoy, NY 14482 or submit your resume via email to jtuerk@lappinsulators.com.

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025 by 2pm.

TO APPLY: Send letter of interest, Genesee County Civil Service application, and resume to: Jaime Vindigni, Transportation Coordinator Byron-Bergen Central School District 6917 West Bergen Road Bergen, NY 14416 FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.bbschools.org e-mail: jvindigni@bbschools.org Phone: (585) 494-1220, ext. 5112

Union Representation: This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Lapp, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

We encourage applications from diverse candidates, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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BROCKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

By Fifi Rodriguez 1. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of cake is named after a British queen?

is accepting applications for the following positions:

2. TELEVISION: What is the name of the family dog on “The Simpsons”?

3. ANATOMY: How long does a human red blood cell exist?

4. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Where is New Year’s celebrated first each year?

Automotive Mechanic, Bus Attendant & Driver, Cafeteria Monitor, Custodian, Food Service Helper, Grounds Equipment Operator, Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Student Behavioral Assistant, Teacher Aide, and Subs in all areas.

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5. ADVERTISING: Which company sponsors a 13-foot-long Weinermobile?

6. MEASUREMENTS: How many pints are in a quart?

7. MOVIES: What is the name of the dance performed in the “Rocky Horror Picture Show”?

8. BIOLOGY: What does the term ectothermic mean?

9. GEOGRAPHY: Which country has the longest coastline in the world?

10. LITERATURE: Who is the author of “The Canterbury Tales”?

1. Victoria Sponge Cake.

2. Santa’s Little Helper.

3. About 120 days.

4. The island of Kiritimati in the Oceanic nation of Kiribati.

5. Oscar Mayer.

6. Two. 7. The Time Warp.

8. Coldblooded, when body temperature is regulated by the environment.

9. Canada.

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THE KIT INN: Cat Boarding. Spacious Suites. Peaceful. Private. Affordable. Immaculate. Insured. Home Away From Home. Visit www. thekitinn.com 585-698-8799 LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUPPIES: 2 female. Black. Born 8-23-2024.

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POLL According to the Siena College Research Institute in 2024, 49% of New Yorkers will make a resolution for the New Year, with 83% of those believing they will keep that resolution. Where do you stand – Do you plan to make (or have you made) a New Year’s resolution this year?

- Yes and I believe I’ll keep it/them - Yes, but I doubt I’ll keep the resolution/s - No, I don’t plan to make any resolutions Poll ends 01-07-2025

Poll ended 12-30-2024

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 Street Rochester, NY 14614 (585) 325-2500 • www.lawny.org EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Siena College Research Institute surveys New Yorkers’ holiday favorites, trends, and traditions each year. 89% of New York State residents celebrate Christmas, 13% celebrate Hanukkah, 6% celebrate Kwanzaa, and 81% celebrate New Year’s Eve. Which of the following end of year traditions and intentions will you include in your year-end plans?

16.7% Donate money, food, or gifts to local charitable organization/s 8.3% Attend religious or cultural ceremonies 16.7% Binge holiday shows and/or crank holiday music 16.7% Make New Year’s resolutions (whether or not you keep them) 16.7% Combination of the above 25.0% None of the above We love hearing from you! Vote and make your voice heard when you visit www.gvpennysaver.com!

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Our popular December Specials

Have Been Extended Through January!

January Early Bird Specials: Dine-In Only. Served Tuesday-Friday & Sundays 4-6pm.

Your choice - $20 8oz Prime Rib • Crab Cake Dinner • Shrimp Alfredo • Beef Stroganoff Dinners includes fresh garden salad, choice of potato or pasta, homemade rolls & specialty bread.

To-Go specials are back for January!

Tuesday-Friday & Sundays 4:15-7pm.

Beef on Weck - $15 w/potato wedges & garden salad.

Chicken Oscar - $18 w/mashed potatoes, garden salad, & homemade roll.

Haddock & Shrimp Scampi - $20 w/pasta, garden salad, & homemade roll.

10-ounce Prime Rib - $25 w/baked potato, garden salad, & homemade roll. *January Dine-In & Take Out specials not available on New Year's Eve.*

Dine-in only Featuring Surf and Turf Special: 10oz Prime Rib with Crab Cake Combination -$38 10oz Prime Rib with a 6oz Lobster Pot Combination -$42 10oz Prime Rib with a 4oz Lobster Tail combination -$62 Extreme 2025 Surf and Turf Dinner 20oz Lobster Tail, combined with 24oz Prime Rib -$204 Buffalo Delmonico Special 10oz Delmonico Steak topped with 2 Jumbo Buffalo Wings and Buffalo Shrimp $42

Still booking for holiday parties! Limited availabilities.

Plated or Buffet Service. Great for businesses or anyone who wants to have a private get-together! We are more than happy to come to you!

Call 343-6972 for pricing and booking options.

Route 5, Stafford • 343-6972 No affiliation with Red Osier Rochester, RPM Enterprise, Total Sandwich Catering or Sammies-n-Sweets.

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