Westside News WEST Edition – October 30, 2022

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Quest School’s outdoor classroom restored as Eagle Project

Will Green has completed his Eagle Project and is awaiting the Board of Review to earn his Eagle Scout award. Will chose to fix up the outdoor classroom behind the Quest School for his project, with the help of monetary donations from the Hilton Village Board and the Hilton Central School District to cover some of the expenses. His plan was to replace the posts that support the tables, benches, and podium.

Will made a diagram with all the measurements and a list of needed materials. He then enlisted the help of the Village DPW to pull out the old lumber and dispose of it. Will dug new holes for the posts and with the help of his fellow members from Troop 18, he ensured everything was ready for concrete delivery. After the concrete hardened, the Village DPW delivered wood chips that Will and his helpers spread out to make the area look clean and

Aaron Judge breaks AL record, named Hickok Belt® winner for September 2022

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge has been named the Hickok Belt® Award winner for September 2022. Voting was conducted by a select panel of members of the National Sports Media Association (NSMA). On September 28, 2022, Aaron Judge made history when he tied roger Maris for the American League single season record with 61 home runs. Maris set his record 61 years before, in 1961. Then on October 4, 2022, the 30-year-old smashed home run number 62, a new American League record seven decades in the making. He surpassed roger Maris for the most home runs in American League history in a single season. The Yankee home run king continues his remarkable performance as a possible Triple Crown winner for the year.

Other finalists for September in order of how the NSMA voters ranked them were: Carlos Alcaraz (tennis) and Iga Swiatek (tennis) – tie, Alex Manoa (baseball), Xander Schauffele (golf), Joe Joyce (boxing), Daniel Bara (baseball), Erik Jones (auto racing), Justin Suh (golf), and Max Verstappen (auto racing).

Judge’s selection as the Hickok Belt® Award winner for September 2022 recognizes him as “the best of the best” in professional sports for the month and makes him the eighth candidate to receive the overall award for 2022, joining rory McIlroy, Novak Djokovic, Steph Curry, Justin Thomas, Scottie Scheffler, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Cooper Kupp, and other finalists throughout the year based on NSMA voting.

To learn more about the Hickok Belt® Award and its history, visit hickokbelt. com.

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The following local residents have earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, Utah.

• Morgan Phillips of Churchville, has earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University College of Business.

•Alexandra Williams of rochester, has earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University School of Education.

•Kelly Bentley of rochester, has earned an Award of Excellence at Western Governors University School of Education.

Will (far right) with members of Troop 18 who helped with the project.

The before condition of the classroom.

The Brockport Blue Devils varsity football team narrowly defeated the Spencerport Rangers 43-42 in the Perri’s Pizza Port Bowl “War for the Oar” on

Spirits shared their stories during annual Ghost Walk in Spencerport

This year’s Spirits of Spencerport Ghost Walk was held on Friday, October 14, and Saturday, October 15, with sold out performances both evenings. The weather was

clear for the community to walk around the village

hear historical and spooky tales. The efforts of many contributed to make

event a success –

guides, actors, Studio 19 Dance Company dancers, The Addams Family cast from the Spencerport High School’s STAGE Drama Club, Russ Young and his hearse, servers, the

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Spencerport Depot

Trolley Museum, Hunt Realty, The First Congregational Church, and Union Street Coffee House also

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fundraiser for the Ogden Historical Society.

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proceed up Highland Avenue to the Greater Rochester Vietnam Veterans Memorial on South Avenue in Gary Beikirch Memorial Park.

“The bravery and service of our veterans ensure

are the greatest country in the world. In Monroe County, it’s time to honor their service and sacrifice,” said County Executive Adam Bello. “I encourage all Monroe County residents to join us November 12 for the county’s first Veterans Day Parade to celebrate and honor the heroes in our community.”

“Though we can never fully repay the debt we owe our veterans, we can start by celebrating our local service members – past and present – who have given so much in defense of our country,” said Congressman Joe Morelle. “I’m grateful to County Executive Bello for bringing the Veterans Day Parade to Monroe County to honor these courageous

men and women who have served our great nation with distinction.”

Longtime radio host Alan “Brother Wease” Levin – who served three tours with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War – will serve as the parade’s Grand Marshal. The parade will include musical marching units, veterans’ service organizations, law enforcement, military-style vehicles, high-ranking active duty service members and groups representing veterans of all eras and military branches.

A family-oriented Honor Ceremony featuring music and local food vendors will immediately follow at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

“I’m so glad Monroe County is taking the lead on bringing the Veterans Day parade to Rochester,” said Veterans Outreach Center Executive Director Laura Stradley. “Time and again, the county shows this community that they stand behind our veterans, and I commend both County Executive Bello and Nick Stefanovic for all they do to deliver on that promise throughout the year.”

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Get out & grow!

Spring Bulbs - Daffodils

by Kristina Gabalski

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For early spring cheer in the landscape, it is hard to beat daffodils. Daffodils are easy to grow, and deer and other mammals avoid them. Autumn is the time to plant spring-blooming bulbs, including daffodils. Penn State Extension recommends giving the bulbs four to six weeks of time before the ground freezes to establish roots, making this a great time to plant.

Narcissus is the botanical name of the genus for the daffodil. It is derived from the name of the character Narcissus in Greek Mythology, who loved his own beauty so much that he drowned after trying to get closer to his reflection in the waters of a river.

The flower is native to Europe, North Africa, Western Asia, and the Mediterranean. Penn State notes that daffodils were grown by the ancient Greeks, and decorative use of the flower can be found in ancient Egyptian tombs and frescoes at Pompeii. The bulbs were brought to Britain by the Romans, who thought the sap had healing powers. It is the national flower of Wales and represents faithfulness because of its ability to re-bloom at the same time every year. Daffodils also symbolize new beginnings because they are one of the first blooms of spring. They also symbolize creativity, kindness, ambition, and beauty.

Daffodil blooms are made up of outer petals called the “perianth” and inner petals, which are usually fused into a tube called a “corona.” If the corona is equal to or longer than the outer petals, it is called a “trumpet.” If it is shorter, it is called a “cup.”

Additionally, there are daffodil flowers such as butterfly, which have a split corona and sometimes a ruffled appearance, and double daffodils, which have double petals, a double corona, or both.

Daffodils are very versatile in the garden. They look great in formal beds as well as informal, naturalized plantings. Clumps of daffodils planted throughout the landscape are very attractive. They can be grown in almost any well-drained area and do best in direct sun. Plant bulbs six to 12 inches apart and five to six inches deep, depending on the size of the bulb. Read the bulb package for planting instructions and make sure the pointed end is up and the root base is down when placing in the soil.

After blooming, leave the foliage in place to provide food for the bulbs for the following spring. If you plant bulbs in your lawn - do not mow until the foliage has died back – something that can take

several weeks. Keep that in mind when deciding on a planting location.

Daffodils have few insect and disease problems. Penn State says excessive amounts of water or poorly drained soils are the bulb’s biggest threat. If your bulbs are not blooming, it is likely a sign they weren’t able to store enough food in the bulbs the previous year.

In order to bloom, daffodils must store adequate levels of food in their bulbs, Penn State says. If your bulbs are in partial shade during May and June, they may not be able to store enough food in their bulbs due to insufficient sunlight. To dig up bulbs, wait until the foliage has died back, and re-plant in a spot where there will be at least six hours of direct sun each day, even after trees have leafed out. You can also dig bulbs in the fall – but make sure you mark where they are located while the foliage is still visible in the spring.

Daffodils are one of the earliest spring bulbs to

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time to plant this fall. Photo by Kristina Gabalski.

Former Northwood Elementary principal convicted of sexual abuse

On Monday, October 24, Kirk Ashton, former principal of Hilton’s Northwood Elementary School, was found guilty of the majority of criminal charges brought against him after allegations that he sexually abused students.

Ashton was arrested in April of 2021, accused of sexually abusing more than 20 male students between 2014 and 2021. He was charged with 11 counts of first-degree sexual abuse, 17 counts of course of sexual conduct against a child, and 18 counts of endangering the welfare of a child. A jury found him guilty on 46 of the 50 counts brought against him. He was acquitted of two counts of course of sexual conduct against a child and two counts of endangering the welfare of a child.

Several students, parents, teachers, and school staff members were among those who testified during the three-week trial.

“Kirk Ashton deliberately used his position of power to prey on the endless supply of little boys at Northwood Elementary School,” Monroe County Assistant District Attorney Sara Vanstrydonck said in a statement. “He is a vile predator who deserves today’s convictions for the harm he has caused these young victims. He hand selected just boys, but after what we saw the last three weeks they were not just boys – they were brave boys who came into court and testified to their principal’s predatory behavior. I am

in awe of the victims who had the strength and courage to face their abuser in court and are ultimately responsible for today’s conviction.”

Per the New York State Department of Corrections, the charges for which Ashton was convicted carry a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison. He is scheduled to be sentenced on November 23, 2022.

The Hilton Central School District responded to the verdict in a statement sent to parents of students, saying: “The Hilton Central School District is grateful for today’s verdict and humbled by the courage and commitment of all who were victimized, including present and former students and their families. We thank the District Attorney’s office, New York State Police, and counselors at Bivona Child Advocacy Center for their sensitive and determined hard work to bring the facts to light in the pursuit of justice. Our Road to Recovery continues. Our entire professional staff remains focused on measures that will strengthen our policies and practices for observing, reporting and investigating concerns, with the common goal of keeping our children safe. We encourage the community’s continued feedback and involvement in our initiatives. To learn more about the Hilton Central School District’s Road to Recovery Sexual Abuse Prevention Action Plan, visit: Hilton.k12.ny.us/RoadtoRecovery.”

DEC announces nearly $640,000 in Volunteer Fire Assistance grant funding now available

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is now accepting applications for nearly $640,000 in Volunteer Fire Assistance grant funding to help rural fire departments protect public safety and natural resources. The deadline for applications is November 15.

“DEC’s Forest Rangers work closely with volunteer fire departments to battle wildfires, and this grant program is a great way to help fire personnel across the state,” said DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos. “These grants bolster local capacity to fight wildland fires, protecting property and communities.”

The Volunteer Fire Assistance grant program is funded by the U.S. Forest Service and administered by DEC Forest Rangers. Fire departments will receive 50/50 matching funds up to $1,500. Last year, the program provided $1,500 grants to 412 fire departments.

Only expenses directly related to wildfire suppression efforts are eligible for funding. These include

the purchase of portable pumps, portable backpack pumps, hand tools, hoses, approved lightweight fireresistant clothing, hard hats, turnout gear, portable radios, generators, and dry hydrants. Expenditures not directly related to firefighting, such as search and rescue, acquisition of land, construction of buildings and facilities, major apparatus purchases, and maintenance items are not eligible for funding.

Eligible fire departments include: those that serve a single town with a population under 10,000; those that serve multiple communities, one of which is a rural town of less than 10,000 residents; and fire departments in towns with a population of 10,000 or more that meet the application requirements. Fire departments that receive a grant award must complete all required grant paperwork.

For applications and additional information about the grant program, contact DEC at 518-402-8839; write to NYSDEC, Division of Forest Protection, 625 Broadway 3rd Floor, Albany, NY 12233-2560; or visit the DEC website.

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GCC’s Alfred C. O’Connell Library awarded $20,000 by American Library Association

Genesee Community College’s Alfred C. O’Connell library has received a $20,000 grant from the COVID Library Relief Fund of the American Library Association (ALA). The ALA made available $1.55 million in emergency relief grants to 77 libraries that have experienced substantial economic hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic. These funds are intended to bolster library operations and services including broadening technology access, developing collections, providing digital instruction, staffing, and expanding outreach, as well as maintaining and amplifying existing service strategies or adding new ones to extend impact through the end of 2022.

When the opportunity arose, it was an easy decision to apply for the grant. “Since the pandemic we have been operating with fewer resources and the ALA funds will allow us to streamline essential systems. We are grateful for the monetary assistance,” says Jessica Hibbard, Associate Dean of Library and Instructional Support Services at Genesee. The library plans to use the funds to enhance the library’s engagement with the campus and GLOW region community by hosting several events and workshops, including the return of the poetry and photography contests. Upgrades to the library’s study room spaces, feature new furniture and wall mounted tablets to support an on-demand reservation system using the college’s booking software, providing greater access for students and less staff time spent in scheduling.

The grant also provided enhanced streaming media and database access for some of the academic programs on campus, most notably the purchase of Visible Body, a database that supports online lab instruction for health care programs. As learning migrated online, streaming media is increasingly essential for coursework and the ALA funds made

it possible for students to access videos for projects in general education courses such as cinema, history, journalism, and musical theory/appreciation courses.

Hibbard reports that there isn’t much time. “This grant cycle has a short window so we have already started to get some of these projects underway and are very thankful for the opportunity to make some enhancements in the library that we otherwise would not have been able to.”

Acton Family Giving is the supporter of the COVID Library Relief Fund as part of its continued contribution to pandemic recovery. “We truly appreciate the continued generous support from Acton Family Giving to help so many libraries provide needed services to traditionally underserved communities across the country,” said ALA President Patty Wong. “These grants will allow so many libraries to have a critical impact on those who depend on them during these challenging times.”

To learn more about the COVID Library Relief Fund, visit https://www.ala.org/aboutala/ala-covidlibrary-relief-fund.

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•Chili: Traffic and Safety Committee – November 3, 7 p.m.; at the New Highway Garage, 200 Beaver Road.

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Classes/Workshops/Webinars

•AARP NY Wealth of Wellness webinar series continues on Wednesday, November 9, from 1 to 2 p.m. with “Relationships and Your Health.” Learn how social connectedness contributes to physical well-being. The event is free and AARP membership is not required. Register at https:// bit.ly/3CUtHuJ.

Donations Needed

•Spencerport Bike Drive on Saturday, November 19, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Spencerport Exempt Field, 75 South Union Street. Unity Lodge No. 479 F&AM, Spencerport, will be collecting used bicycles and donating them to R Community Bikes, a Rochester based organization that repairs and distributes bicycles free of charge to adults and children in need. Collecting adult and children’s bikes, bike parts, bells, locks, lights, trailers, and car racks. No helmets or clothing, please.

•Uniting & Healing Through Hope of Monroe County is sponsoring its annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive through November 21. Donation centers include churches, community organizations, police stations, and government offices throughout the county. Visit UnitingThroughHope.com for drop-off locations, a list of needed food items, or to make a monetary donation.

Events

•In-person screening of “All the Lonely People,” a documentary about social isolation among all age groups, followed by a facilitated Q&A with the film’s producers, on November 2, 3 p.m., at Genesee County Office for the Aging, 2 Bank Street, Batavia (RSVP to 343-1611) and Lifespan of Greater Rochester, 1900 South Clinton Avenue, Rochester (RSVP to 753-6280). The event provides a forum for community discussion about ways to develop resilience and implement strategies to combat social isolation.

•BOCES 2 Career and Technical Education Center is hosting CTE Expo ‘22 on Thursday, November 3, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at their campus, 3589 Big Ridge Road, Spencerport. Students in grades 9-11 are invited to attend this event with their families and find out what CTE has to offer.

•Incandescent Dance Company will be performing Little Red’s Wolf Tale on Saturday, November 5, at noon and 5 p.m., and on November 6 at 2 p.m. All three shows will be performed at Cobblestone Arts Center in Farmington. Tickets are $20 at https://incandescentdance.com/performances where more information is also available.

•The Kendall Community Band will perform a concert on Thursday, November 10, to benefit the Kendall Food Cupboard. The concert will be held at 7 p.m. in the Kendall JSHS Auditorium. Donations to the Food Cupboard will be accepted at the door.

Fundraisers

•Hilton United Methodist Church Drive ThruGrab and Go Turkey Dinner on Saturday, November 5, from 4 to 6 p.m. at 21 West Avenue, Hilton.

Enter east parking lot (by library) from Brook Street. $15 per meal. Reserve your meal between October 17 and November 2 by calling 392-8761 between 9:30 a.m. and noon.

•Election Day Soup Lunch and Sale on November 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Hamlin United Methodist Church, Rt. 19 and 18. $10 lunch; $10 quarts: Manhattan clam chowder, seafood chowder, Italian sausage, broccoli and cheese, chicken noodle. Eat in or take out. Call to order, 705-7213.

•Churchville-Chili’s Harvey C. Noone American Legion Post 954 is conducting a Veteran Day’s cash bash raffle with prizes ranging from $500 to $175. The drawing will occur at the annual Veteran Day’s Luncheon at the Legion at noon on November 11. Total prizes are $3,000 with 13 winners. Tickets are $10 each and you don’t have to be present to win. Tickets can be purchased at the Churchville Village Office, the Riga Town Hall, at the Legion, or from any Legion Family member.

• Greece American Legion Post #468, 344 Dorsey Road, Greece, is holding their annual Turkey Raffle on November 12 at 6 p.m. Raffle will include turkeys, side meat raffles and baskets. Open to the public.

•Clarkson: Planning Board – November 1, 7 p.m.; Zoning Board – November 2, 7 p.m. at the Clarkson Town Hall, 3710 Lake Road.

•Parma: Town Board – November 1, 6:30 p.m.; Planning Board – November 7, 7 p.m. at the Parma Town Hall, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road.

•Riga: Zoning Board of Appeals – November 3, 7 p.m.

•Spencerport: Board of Trustees – November 2, 7 p.m. at the Village of Spencerport, 27 West Avenue.

Health/Help

•Flu Shot Clinics at WEMOCO, 3589 Big Ridge Road, Spencerport, room A-116, from 3 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2; and Thursday, December 1. Open to the public (ages 18 and up). Bring insurance card. Free for those covered by a BOCES 2 health plan. If non-participating insurance or without insurance, a $35 fee is payable by cash or check. For clinical questions, call Flu Prevention Partners of Workplace Vitality at 568-8340.

•The Hilton Community Clothes Closet, located in the basement of Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, is open Tuesdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m., the first and third Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m., and the second Saturday of the month from 9 to 11 a.m. Appointments are not necessary. Email hbchurch50@gmail.com or Hilton.Clothing.Closet@ gmail.com with any questions.

•Ogden Presbyterian Church Community Clothes Closet, 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport, will be open from 10 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturday of each month. Appointments are not necessary. Open to all. Email ogdenpresbyterian@ gmail.com or call 352-6802 with any questions or emergency needs.

•The Spencerport addiction support group meeting for anyone touched by addiction is every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., at Spencerport Wesleyan Church, 2653 Nichols Street. Park in the back, enter thru downstairs door and go all the way to the back and through a door to the back room. Call 402-2729 with any questions.

•The Brockport Ecumenical Food Shelf, located at 14 State Street in the basement of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, is open for in-person shopping on the first four Thursdays of each month from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 to 6 p.m. Masks required. Only one shopper allowed per family; bring shoppings bags. For information or to schedule delivery if unable to shop in person, call 637-8169.

Historical

•The Clarkson Historical Society will host a free presentation, From Native American Footpath to Early Ridge Road in Clarkson, on Wednesday, November 2, at 7 p.m. The talk will be given by Leanna Hale, Town of Clarkson Historian, at the Clarkson Academy, 8339 West Ridge Road. The public is invited.

•Ogden Historical Society’s 54th Annual Meeting, “For our Grandchildren’s Grandchildren,” is Thursday, November 10, 6 p.m., at Slayton Place Restaurant, 26 Slayton Avenue, Spencerport. Appetizers and cash bar. RSVP by November 2 to 585-352-1586 or email VLParker@ogdenhistoricalsociety.org

•The Bergen Historical Society, in conjunction with the Bergen Public Library, will present a program by a member of the Genesee Country Museum on Thursday, November 3, 7 p.m., in the Bergen Public Library Conference Room (rear entrance). The presentation will be “Victorian Yuletide,” a historical documentation reflecting the cultural origins of various Victorian holiday traditions. This program is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by GO ART! A short meeting will precede the program. The facility is handicapped accessible. Refreshments will follow.

•Derek Maxfield will deliver a talk entitled “Those Tempestous Brisbanes,” examing the Brisbane family of Batavia and their import to the area, on November 7 at 7 p.m. as part of the Historical Horizons Lecture Series at Genesee Community College. Held in room T102 of the Conable Technology Building on the Batavia campus.

Library Programs

•Programs at the Chili Public Library (registration required only when indicated). Game and Puzzle Swap Drop Off – Monday, October 31, at 9 a.m. Drop off unwanted board games/puzzles at the library on October 31 and November 1, then come “shop” the swap November 2 through 4. Story Games – Monday, October 31, 10 a.m., for ages two and up with an adult. Simply Stories – Tuesday, November 1, 10 a.m., for children of all ages with an adult. Adult Game Night – Tuesday, November 1, 6:30 p.m., registration required. Ancestry.com Training – Wednesday, November 2, at 10 a.m., registration required. Preschool Pals – Thursday, November 3, 10 a.m., for ages 4 to 5 with an adult, registration required.

•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/ Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us for a fun Halloween themed storytime on October 31 at 10:30 a.m. Lego Club for all ages meets on Thursday, November 3, from 6 to 7 p.m. Chef Liz will be sharing a Fall Flavors Cooking (and tasting) Demonstration on Saturday, November 5, at 11 a.m. The monthly Homeschool program on Wednesday, November 9, at 1 p.m. will explore math with fun games and activities. Cookbook Club for adults and teens is on Thursday, November 10, at 6:30 p.m. The November Cookbook of the month is available for checkout now at the library. On Friday, November 11, at 1 p.m., the library will be showing a family friendly movie with popcorn and drinks provided. Registration is required for most programs. Plan to register at least one week prior. For more information, call 964-2320, go to hamlinlibraryny.org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.

•Hoag Library in Albion is open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meeting rooms are available to the public (reservation form on website). One-OnOne Tech Help, Wednesdays by appointment. Free books for ages 0-5: register your child for the Books from Birth program. TGIF Craft Day, Fridays, 1 p.m., please register.

•Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (every third Friday opening at 10 a.m.). Story time every Tuesday and Friday at 10:15 a.m. Rotating registration-required kids events every Thursday 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.: ROCDOG Therapy Dog Visit (first Thursday), LEGO Club (second Thursday), Pokémon Trainers Club (fourth Thursday). Walking Club for all ages every Thursday at 10 a.m., meeting at Union St. Coffee House. Adult Book Club meets every fourth Thursday. For information, visit OgdenLibrary.com or facebook. com/ogdenfarmerslibrary.

•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Baby Storytime & Sensory Play – Tuesday, November 1, 10:30 a.m., recommended for ages 0 to 3. Teen Tuesday – November 1, 3 to 4 p.m., for youth in grades 7 to 12 to enjoy snacks, games, crafts, and Netflix. Wednesday Storytime – November 2, 10:30 a.m., recommended for ages 2 to 5, but all ages are welcome. Movie Madness – Thursday, November 3, 2 to 4:10 p.m., showing the 2022 sequel to 1986’s Top Gun, (PG-13). Registration appreciated, but not required. Tween STEAM: Circuits & Coding – Friday, November 4, 4:30 to 6 p.m., no experience required. Hodge Podge Crafts – Saturday, November 5, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Extra supplies for past craft projects will be available, including foam lighthouses, heart wall hanging, alcohol ink mugs, scrapbook tile coasters, and more. There is a limited amount of each craft. First come, first served. For information, call 3928350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.

•This is a sample of programs held at the Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, 637-1050. For complete information, visit seymourlibraryweb. org. Programs marked with and * require advance registration. Holiday Basket Raffle to benefit the Foundation of the Seymour Library begins on Tuesday, November 1 and runs through Monday, December 5, when the winning names will be drawn. Check out all of the themed baskets that will be on display and place a bid on your favorite. Highest bid wins. Baby Story Time – Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11 a.m., focused on interaction between lap-sitters (ages 0 to 15 months) and their caregivers through stories, songs and movements. Preschool Story Time – Thursdays, 10:30 to 11 a.m., for preschoolers, ages 3 to 5, that are preparing for school by learning major concepts needed for kindergarten. Niagara Frontier Reading Radio Volunteers*– Friday, November 4, 3 to 4 p.m. The Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service (NFRRS) is a non-for-profit service that broadcasts information for blind and sight-impaired people throughout our communities.

Meetings

•Hilton-Parma Fire District meets November 2, 7:30 p.m., at the Hilton-Parma Fire Department, 120 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton. Open to the public.

School Board

•Brockport Central School Board of Education meets Tuesday, November 1, 6 p.m., in the District Office Board Room. Updated information at www.bcs1.org.

•Spencerport Board of Education meets Tuesday, November 1 at 6 p.m. for a Study Session meeting. Check the district website for details.

Volunteer Opportunities

•Volunteer blood donor ambassador needed at Red Cross blood drives to help greet, check-in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience. Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for a either position, call 585-241-4400 or visit RecruitWNY@ redcross.org.

Sweden Town Board approves water study update

At its October 25 meeting, the Sweden Town Board authorized Town Engineer, the MRB Group, to update the Town’s Comprehensive Water Study that was last updated in 2018. Much has changed since the 2018 update: the Town’s expansion of public water on Lake Road, Redman Road, and Countryview Terrace; the Town of Bergen’s expansion of public water on Reed Road; the cost of materials and labor; and the 2020 census which may affect how federal assistance is allocated.

The update will help the Town plan its next water expansion project. The Town has been looking at several options over the past two years, none of which has met the State Comptroller’s threshold of affordability or potentially qualified for federal assistance. “We hope the study will help us identify the next successful project,” said Supervisor Kevin Johnson. “Public water expansion remains a high priority for many residents and for the Sweden Town Board.”

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The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and Association on Aging in New York (AgingNY) have expanded their partnership with GetSetUp to continue offering free online classes for hundreds of thousands of older adults in New York State.

NYSOFA and AgingNY began their partnership with GetSetUp during the pandemic as a solution to combat social isolation and bridge the digital divide for older New Yorkers. New Yorkers have since flocked to it in droves, with over 122,000 New York learners taking 169,000 classes in the first year and expanding rapidly.

GetSetUp was designed by and for people who are 50 and older to learn new skills, connect with others, and unlock new life experiences. Users can browse and enroll in courses at https://www.getsetup.io/ partner/NYSTATE or refer a friend at https://dost. gsudevelopment.com.

NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen said, “GetSetUp has far exceeded our expectations in helping to combat social isolation, foster mental and physical well-being, and bridge the digital divide for older adults. The numbers speak for themselves: nearly 200,000 users have been empowered by this userfriendly platform to learn new technologies, improve their health, engage their intellect, connect with others, and share their unique talents, skills, and expertise.”

In a January 2022 survey of GetSetUp users in New York, 94% said they consider the platform a

Clarkson Historical Society presentation

The Clarkson Historical Society will host a presentation, From Native American Footpath to Early Ridge Road in Clarkson, on Wednesday, November 2 at 7 p.m. The talk will be given by Leanna Hale, Town of Clarkson Historian, at the Clarkson Academy, 8339 West Ridge Road. The public is invited to attend this free presentation.

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reliable source to learn about advances in health technology. New York users also rate mental engagement, physical fitness, and social engagement as the areas where they saw the most improvement thanks to GetSetUp classes, giving the classes an average 4.6 out of 5-star rating.

Physical exercise, balance, and agility classes rank among the most popular offerings for New York users, including classes on morning fitness, Tai Chi-Shibashi, and Stretch and Destress Yoga. The platform also offers practical skills-training classes with an emphasis on reskilling and upskilling curriculum for older New Yorkers to access new economic opportunities.

“The social and mental health benefits are reciprocal for users and instructors alike,” Olsen added.

“All classes are taught by older adults who have backgrounds in education or other professional expertise to share with their peers.”

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•Kanous, Vera Mae, of Rochester, died October 19, 2022 at age 97. She was predeceased by her husband Ellwood in 2003, her daughter, Judy Cannon in 2004, and her daughter, Colleen Chestnut in 2022. She is survived by her children, Sharon (Kirk) Zwetsch, Lorrie (Kevin) Hafner, and Richard (Nancy) Kanous; her son-in-law, Gary Cannon; her 10 grandchildren; her 15 great-grandchildren, her brother, William Culbertson; and her nieces and nephews. Vera was employed by General Motors in the Assembly line in her younger years. She also worked for General Electric and Eastman Kodak Company. She enjoyed playing bingo, painting ceramics, reading, listening to country music and spending time with her family

A private combined Graveside Service will be held for Vera and her daughter, Colleen Chestnut, in the near future for the immediate family in Parma Union Cemetery. Donations can be made to the Sally Edelman and Harry Gardner Cancer Research Foundation, PO Box 97, Hilton, NY 14468-0097 in her memory.

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•Reid, Ronald P., died October 19, 2022 at age 88. Predeceased by brother, Hilmer Reid; and granddaughter, Hannah Reid. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Paula; children, Nancy (Jeff) Kelly of Rochester and Brian Reid of South Carolina; grandchildren, Kathryn, Alex and Benjamin Kelly, Summer Reid and Cearrah Ragland; sisters in law and brothers in law and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Ron was a 1954 graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology and a retiree of Case Hoyt Corporation, where he worked for 42 years.

His Funeral Service was held October 22 at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili. Interment, Riga Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center in his memory.

•Shaw, Anthony W. Sr., died October 25, 2022 at age 94. Predeceased by his wife, Beverly. Survived by his children, Anthony Jr. (Judy Rosenbaum), David (Monica Morales), Patrick (Nancy Gorman), Catherine McGrath (Alfred Mayer), Lisa (Frank) Formicola, Mary Ruf (Robert Mechur), Amy Pulitano, Paula Maier (George Schwartz) and Jeremy (Heather); 21 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and dear friends. Anthony was a Korean War Army veteran.

Family and friends may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili, Sunday, October 30, 12 to 3 p.m. (Masks required by family) Funeral Mass Monday, October 31, 10 a.m. at St. Pius Tenth Church, 3000 Chili Avenue, Rochester. Interment, Holy Ghost Cemetery. Contributions can be made to a charity of one’s choice in his memory.

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•Frew, F. Richard “Dick,” died October 22, 2022, at age 93. Dick is survived by his wife of 72 years, Shirley Vail Frew; sons, Thomas (Anne) Frew, and Jeffrey (Marie) Frew; grandchildren, Hanna (Chris) Erion, Matthew (Victoria) Frew, and Lindsey (Aaron) Weaver; nine great-grandchildren. Dick was a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology and a retiree of Eastman Kodak Company. He was most well-known for his master carpentry skills and creativity. He loved the outdoors and small game hunting.

His Funeral Service was held October 29 at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Churchville. Private burial. Contributions can be made to the Churchville Fire Department, 24 Washington Street, Churchville, or Union Congregational United Church of Christ, 14 North Main Street, Churchville in his memory.

•Kohlman, Francis J., 1936–2022 Age 85. Francis was a 30-year employee of Taylor Instrument/Sybron Corporation, and a 10-year employee at Churchville Elementary School as their Head Custodian. He is survived by his loving daughters, Jacqueline (Tom) Wittick of Downingtown, PA, and Diane (Dwain) Gratton, of Churchville; grandchildren, Patrick Wittick and Jennifer Wittick. He is also survived by his sister Dorothy (Philip) Evans; sisters-in-law Nancy Kohlman and Doris Kohlman, and many nieces and nephews. Fran was predeceased by his beloved wife, Peggy (LaMattina) Kohlman; brothers, Gerald Kohlman, Richard Kohlman, Raymond Kohlman and nephew, James Kohlman.

His Funeral Service was held October 24 at St. Vincent DePaul Church, Churchville. Donations can be made to UR Medicine Hospice, 2180 Empire Blvd., Webster, NY 14580 or the Churchville Volunteer Fire Department, 24 Washington Street, Churchville, NY 14428 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.

•Whiteside, Charles W. “Charlie,” age 54, died unexpectedly October 20, 2022. He is survived by his children: Cesler Whiteside of Holley, Jena Whiteside of Albion; his siblings: Arthur, Kim, Karen, Christine, Maryellen; his grandson: Aiden; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Whiteside was predeceased by a sister: Geraldine R. and his parents. He was born April 17, 1968 in Rochester and had worked at Sike’s Enterprises in Batavia. Charlie enjoyed going to the drag races and also enjoyed the outdoors, in particular, he loved to fish.

A Private Service and Interment will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion. To share a special memory of Charlie, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

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•Soule, Lois E., died October 20, 2022 at age 76. Lois was predeceased by her parents, Sydney and Elsie Anderson, and her husband, Larry Soule. She is survived by her companion of 15 years, Gerald Nesbitt; her children, Kim (Dave) Bushman and Kevin (Gretchen) Soule; her grandson, Logan Soule; her brothers, Graydon (Reiko) Anderson and Sydney (Barbara) Anderson; her sister, Kristi (David) Rymph; her brother-in-law, Ronald (Kathy) Soule; her sister-in-law, Bonnie (Roger) Bullivant; and several nieces and nephews. Her hobbies included gardening in her park-like yard and watching the butterflies, hummingbirds, and other wildlife. She had a deep love for all animals, loved riding her horse Star, and cherished her many cats.

Her Memorial Service was held October 26, 2022 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton. Private Interment in Parma Union Cemetery. Donations can be made Mr. Grey’s Strays, 18 East Avenue, Brockport, NY 14420 in her memory.

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David L. Beechner

Passed away suddenly, October, 22, 2022 at age 41.

Predeceased by his mother, Joyce (Keller) in 2019.

Dave is survived by his wife Heather (Ritchie) Beechner; his father Donald Sr., brother, Donald Jr. (Heather), sister, Lori (James Sr.) Banning; nephews and niece, Donnie, Jimmy, Jonny and Kimmy; father in law and mother in law, David & Cindy Ritchie; sister in law Laura (Danny) Cole; his cats, Brad, Jack, Eddie and Liebe.

Dave was a kind, caring, fun-loving guy. He was always listening to something; his favorite music, from Jack Johnson and Jason Mraz to twenty one pilots, and you could always hear him coming because he had Rover’s Morning Glory playing in his pocket.

Dave loved to fix everything, whether it was something around the house, a lawn mower or bicycle, or a snack that needed doctoring. His sandwich making cannot be matched just like his sense of humor; he did not mind telling jokes at his own expense as long as everyone was laughing. He approached everyone with enthusiasm and bright eyes and didn’t miss an opportunity to offer his help fixing something for them. He extended this into his work as a Property Manager for Buckingham Properties.

Dave was so loved by so many, including his friends from Spencerport and his work family from Home Depot (where he and Heather first met). Dave and Heather connected on many levels but no connection was as strong as their mutual love of cats. He loved his cats unconditionally, especially Buddy and Francis.

In Dave’s memory, please consider donating to your favorite animal rescue or charity. A gathering to celebrate Dave will be planned for a later date.

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•Hunn, William C., died October 22, 2022 at age 85. He is survived by his loving wife, Suzanne; his children, Kathleen (David) Roth, Scott (Yoon) Boller and Michelle (Jeff Lin) Boller; his grandchildren, Sandra Lanzatella, Courtney Mykins, Cassidy Parsons, Tommie Lee Parsons, Katie Boller and Nathan Boller; his sister, Helen Scott; and several great grandchildren. William was owner of Hunn Trucking Company. He was a 20+ year member of the Clio Masonic Lodge #779 and recipient of a Distinguished Service Award. He enjoyed cooking for Lodge events. Bill also enjoyed working construction and farming.

Visitation Hours and Masonic Memorial Service were held October 27 at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., Hilton. Contributions can be made to the Clio Lodge #779, 287 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468 in his memory.

•Moffett, Richard W., died October 23, 2022 at age 81. He was predeceased by his parents, Richard P. Moffett and Edna Genrich Moffett; his wife, Virginia Mills Moffett; and his sister-in-law, Veronica Moffett. He is survived by his brother, Douglas Moffett; his children, Kristen (Joseph) Curley and Tory (Holly) Moffett; his grandchildren, Nathan, Avery, Stella and Logan; and his nieces and nephews. Richard was a Sergeant in the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office from 1966 through 1997. He started as a deputy and was part of the Mounted Patrol. He went on to become a Sergeant in the C Zone and was head of the K-9 Unit. He was an Instructor for Canine groups around the country. He finished out his service at the airport with a drug dog. Richard served as Hamlin Town Justice from 2002 through 2018, where he was also treasurer for the Monroe County Magistrates Association and a member of the NYSMA. He spent many years involved with the Spencerport American Legion Ferris Goodridge Post. He was a long standing member of the National Police Bloodhound Association and Old Dominion Search and Rescue K-9 Group, where he would instruct other handlers at their annual seminars.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, 735 East Avenue, Hilton. Donations in his memory can be made to the Craig A. Goodrich Dog Shelter, 80 Railroad Avenue, Hamlin, NY 14464, to Palliative Care Program, University of Rochester Medical Center, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 687, Rochester, NY 14642, or to the Old Dominion K-9, c/o Suzy Perry, 1036 Emerald Valley Drive, Castalian Springs, TN 37031.

•Ophardt, William R. Sr., died October 20, 2022 at age 73. He was predeceased by his parents, Howard and Marjorie Ophardt Sr. He is survived by his son, William (Gina) Ophardt Jr. of North Carolina; his sisters, Sherri Rodgers and Diane Bigelow; his brothers, Howard (Wendy) Ophardt Jr. and Daniel (Jeanette) Ophardt; his grandson; his two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. William made a living driving a truck. He was a Veteran of the US Marine Corps. He enjoyed motorcycles and cars.

No formal services are planned. Donations can be made to the Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, 2652 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester, NY 14626 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

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•Earnest, Wesson James, died October 23, 2022 at 3 ½ months old. Wesson was a loveable little boy, everyone who had met him fell in love instantly. While only here for a short time, he was an honor and a blessing to his parents and grandparents. He loved his squishy, going on walks to the falls and listening to music. Wesson is survived by his parents Roger and Noel Earnest Jr.; grandparents, Roger and Diana Earnest Sr., Rainey and Matthew Losee; great grandmother Betty Earnest; aunts, Paige Longsworth and Dawn Earnest; uncles, Louis Davis, Seth Scott, and Andrew Losee; cousins, Gabriel, Raelynn, and Andre Longsworth, and Jaxon Cantasano.

Services will be held privately.

Scott Stephen Hardie

Scott Stephen Hardie passed away peacefully at home on October 18, 2022 at age 32. He is survived by his parents, dad Stephen Hardie and mom, Deborah Hardie; brother, Christopher; sister, Jennifer; nephew, C.J. Hardie; grandmother Junia Harrington; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Scotty lived in Holley his whole life. He attended BOCES 2 his entire school life and loved everyone who worked with him. He graduated and moved on to LAI in Clarkson which he enjoyed very much. He loved the outdoors and swinging in his swing in the back yard. He loved camping with his family and his special outdoor rocking chair. He enjoyed country music and listening to his radio. A special blanket was made for him and he enjoyed snuggling with it in his rocker recliner. Coca Cola and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups were his favorites.

He had a beautiful smile and would “raspberry” when he would talk or let you know he was happy. You will be missed and loved forever, our Scotty boy.

A Memorial Service will be held November 5, 2022 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Grace Nazarene Church, 2924 Union Street, Rochester (North Chili).

•Moranz, Howard “Howie,” died October 23, 2022, at age 90. He was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, RoseMarie, and by his son-in-law Richard Pakozdi. Howie is survived by his daughters, Barbara (John) Girvin, Connie Pakozdi, Jeanie (Doug) Brown; grandchildren Angela Girvin, Sheri Girvin, Jennie (Michael) Cancelmi, Jackie (Mark) Iwasko, Garrick (Kristan) Brown, Maria (Joseph) McCracken; 10 great grandchildren and many dear friends.

Howie’s Funeral Mass was celebrated October 28 at St. Mary’s Church, Holley. Interment will be held privately at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester. Donations can be made to St. Mary’s Church, 13 South Main Street, Holley, NY 14470 or Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306 in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Howie, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

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•Peone, Marsha (Ward) died from cancer on October 17, 2022 in Rochester at age 72. She grew up in Spencerport and was a Kodak employee for 32 years. Marsha was a past president of the Rochester chapter of the National Organization for Women. She is survived by her daughter, Tricia Peone; mother Patricia Tripoli; brother Tom (Irene) Ward; and sister-in-law Joanne Ward. Marsha will be deeply missed by her family, colleagues, and friends. She was an avid reader and knitter and volunteered at many organizations in her community.

Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Life in November. Donations can be made to Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York in her memory.

CCE Monroe offering Battery Operated Tools Workshop

To promote the transition from gas to battery powered tools, Cornell Cooperative Extension Monroe County (CCE Monroe) is offering a workshop featuring a short film with interviews of three different professionals in the landscaping industry and a presentation led by Antonius “TeJay” Chess Jr., CCE Monroe’s Natural Resources Educator. Cornell University, the University of Rochester, and R.M. Landscaping have joined efforts to create this informative workshop that explains the upfront cost, user friendliness, short-term and long-term results, and mechanical differences between gas- and battery-powered equipment.

The workshop will be held on Tuesday, November 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Wegman Lodge, Zoo Road, Rochester.

Local equipment dealers will be on site to provide further information, lead educational sessions on topics such as autonomous mowers, and will be available to answer any questions attendees may have.

The program is free to attend, but participants are asked to pre-register at https://apps.cce.cornell.edu/event_ registration/main/events_landing.cfm? event=BatteryOperatedTools_226.

For more information, contact Natural Resource Educator, Antonius Chess at 585-753-2564 or email at arc279@ cornell.edu.

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Brockport Symphony Orchestra presents Global Connections concert

The Brockport Symphony Orchestra will present “Global Connections” on Sunday, November 6, 4 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of Brockport, 35 State Street, Brockport. Directed by Jonathan Allentoff, this concert will feature violin soloist Eloise Fadial and composer-in-residence Emmanuel Sikora.

Fadial, the orchestra’s concertmaster, studied with Grammy-nominated violinist Dr. John Fadial and the distinguished Dr. Beth Vanderborgh at the University of Wyoming. She performed with the University of Wyoming Symphony and Chamber Orchestras and was the recipient of ship. She is currently completing her graduate studies at the University of

Sikora is an internationally-acclaimed composer and pianist with recent performances by the Ukrainian Festival Orchestra, Lviv Philharmonic, and the Syracuse University Symphony Orchestra. The Washington Post has described his music as “an appealing melding of the romantic and the contemporary, unselfconscious and unpretentious.”

Admission is free, and donations will be gratefully accepted.

This project is made possible with support from the Village of Brockport and funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.

For additional information, visit www.brockportsymphony.org.

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The Brockport Lions Club donated golf outing proceeds of $2,500 to the Brockport Area Vets Club. Pictured are golf outing committee members, Lion Kevin Smith (left) and Lion Charlie Deacon (right), with Vets member, Roy Heise, receiving the check. Provided information and photo.

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B-B students awarded with academic honors from College Board National Recognition Programs

Three Byron-Bergen students have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These National Recognition Programs connect underrepresented students who excelled in College Board assessments and schoolwork with universities across the country, helping them meaningfully connect to colleges and stand out during the admissions process.

Ava Wagoner was awarded the National African American Recognition Award. “I’m really excited about the award because with AP (Advanced Placement classes) you have to work hard,” said Wagoner, who plans to study engineering after graduation. “It feels good to get the recognition.”

“I’m really proud,” said Zoey Shepard who was awarded the National Rural and Small Town Award. She plans to study chemical engineering after graduation.

Dayanara Caballero was awarded the National Hispanic Recognition Award, National Rural and Small Town Award, and the National Indigenous Award. “Receiving these awards was really exciting for me,” said Caballero. “I’m looking to apply to college to study mathematics or government.”

To qualify for recognition, students have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and have excelled on the PSAT/NMSQT or PSAT 10, or earned a score of 3 or higher on two or more AP Exams; and are African American or Black, Hispanic American or Latinx, Indigenous, and/or attend school in a rural area or small town.

“Congratulations to these students,” said ByronBergen Jr./Sr. High School Principal Ashley John Grillo. “They are dedicated to their studies and push themselves to be the best they can be. They should be very proud of this recognition.”

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Polling site changes affect some voters in Sweden and Brockport

I wanted to take some time to let my constituents know about changes to polling places in the Town of Sweden and the Village of Brockport on Election Day, Tuesday, November 8. New changes to New York State Election Law Section state that “Whenever a contiguous property of a college or university contains three hundred or more registrants who are registered to vote at any address on such contiguous property, the polling place designated for such registrants shall be on such contiguous property or at a nearby location recommended by the college or university and agreed to by the Board of Elections.”

SUNY Brockport is the only campus in Monroe County that qualifies and, as such, must be used as a polling place under state law. Because the previous polling site that was on the campus of Brockport Central School District would overlap Election Districts, the state demands that the site be at the College. The Board of Elections had many conversations and a site visit prior to agreeing to this site location. SUNY Brockport staff has been accommodating and the BOE has agreed to the Tuttle South Gymnasium. The finalized agreement includes ample RESERVED parking for voters in the row closest to the accessible entrance ramp. Each affected voter will

Commentsreceive a change of poll site letter which was mailed from the Monroe County Board of Elections by October 24, 2022. The Board of Elections staff will post yellow sheets of paper on the doors of the former polling location with a map directing voters to the new SUNY Brockport polling location. There will be extra “VOTE HERE” lawn signs put up to assist voters in finding both the parking lot and gym.

Early Voting began on Saturday, October 29, and will continue through November 6 at fourteen sites in Monroe County that anybody can vote at, including the Sweden Clarkson Community Center, 4927 Lake Road, Brockport. You can find polling hours on the Monroe County Board of Elections website at http:// monroecounty.gov.

Thank you for exercising your right to vote.

Jackie Smith Monroe County Legislator

Pictured are (l-r) Zoey Shepard, Dayanara Caballero, and Ava Wagoner. Photo by Gretchen Spittler.

Wreaths Across America Day in Chili

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our children the value of Freedom.

Wreaths Across America Day pays tribute to veterans cemeteries nationwide.

On December 17th, 2022, at noon, Girl Scout Troop 64155 together with

the Chili American Legion Family #1830 will be helping Westside Memorial Cemetery and Chili Rural Cemetery #3 on Stryker Road to remember and honor our veterans by laying remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country’s fallen heroes.

Help these groups honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible by sponsoring remembrance wreaths, volunteering on Wreaths Across America Day, or inviting family and friends to attend.

Troop 64155, the Legion Family, and Wreaths Across America appreciate any support given. Visit https:// www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ pages/170330/Overview?relatedId=1 70408 for information or to make a donation.

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from the Statewide Community Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.

The Brockport Lions inducted their newest member on October 5. Pictured are Sponsor Lion Kevin Smith,

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Drop-off sites for Operation Christmas Child to open Nov. 14-21

Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering shoebox gifts – filled with school supplies, hygiene items and fun toys – to children worldwide since 1993. In 2022, the project hopes to collect enough shoeboxes to reach another 11 million children. More than 4,500 locations will open to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts for the Samaritan’s Purse project during National Collection Week, November 14 through 21.

Anyone can pack a shoebox. Individuals, families, and groups still have time to transform empty shoeboxes into fun gifts. The project partners with local churches across the globe to deliver these “tangible expressions of God’s love” to children in

need. Find a step-by-step guide on the How to Pack a Shoebox webpage, www. samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmaschild/pack-a-shoe-box/.

“Now more than ever, children around the world need to know that God loves them and there is hope,” said Franklin Graham, president of Samaritan’s Purse. “A simple shoebox gift opens the door to share about the true hope that can only be found in Jesus Christ.”

Participants can find the nearest dropoff location and hours of operation as they make plans to drop off their shoebox gifts. The online lookup tool at www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/ drop-off-locations/ is searchable by city

or Zip code. Signs at each location will identify the drop-off. Participating locations in this area include: Calvary Chapel Westside, 2407 South Union Street, Spencerport; Brockport Free Methodist Church, 6787 4th Section Road, Brockport; Albion Faith Alliance Church, 3305 Oak Orchard Road, Albion; and Lakeshore Community Church, 3651 Latta Road, Rochester.

Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 198 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 170 countries and territories. This year, Operation Christmas Child will collect its 200-millionth shoebox. Provided information and photo

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Holley Central School District

NOTICE OF SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING AND VOTE

HOLLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ORLEANS AND MONROE COUNTIES, NEW YORK

The Board of Education of the Holley Central School District, Orleans and Monroe Counties, New York (the “District”) HEREBY GIVES NOTICE that a special meeting and vote of the qualified voters of the District (the “Special Meeting and Vote”) will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 in the foyer at the Middle/High School building at 16848 Lynch Road, Holley, New York, at 6:00 a.m., prevailing time, for the purpose of voting by electronic scan voting machine(s) upon the proposition hereinafter set forth. Polls for the purpose of voting will be kept open between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, on that day. This assumes that the polling place is open and can be safely accessed in accordance with the terms of any prevailing law(s), executive order(s) or other directive(s) from controlling authorities that may be in effect on that day (in response to the continuing Covid-19 pandemic or for any other reason). If on December 13 the polling place cannot be so accessed, or if the polling place is closed on that day due to inclement weather (or for any other reason), it is the present intention of the District that the Special Meeting and Vote will be held on the day on which the polling place is next open and may be safely accessed, with the voting hours remaining the same. In the event that the polling place is for any reason closed or not safely accessible on December 13, for whatever reason, voters are asked to please consult the District’s website for guidance on the timing of, and procedures for holding, the re-scheduled Special Meeting and Vote.

PROPOSITION NO. 1

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, 2022

Shall the following resolutions be adopted, to-wit:

RESOLVED, that the Board of Education (the “Board”) of the Holley Central School District, Orleans and Monroe Counties, New York (the “District”), is hereby authorized to undertake a proposed “Capital Improvements Project, 2022” (the “Project”) consisting of the partial reconstruction and renovation of, and the construction of improvements and upgrades to various District buildings and facilities and the sites thereof, at an estimated maximum cost of $18,100,000, to implement various health, safety, accessibility and Code compliance measures that are required by the State Education Department in connection with any significant capital improvements project and various other measures that are generally described in (but are not to be limited by) the written plan for the Project that was prepared by the District with the assistance of LaBella Associates, D.P.C. (the “Project Plan”), which is available for public inspection in the office of the District Clerk, such work being anticipated to include, without limitation and to the extent as and where required, the particular elements that are described generally below. Proposed building construction and reconstruction work at the Middle School/High School is anticipated to include certain auditorium renovations such as updated house and theatrical LED lighting, rigging, sound system, stage front, projector, and portable stage riser; music rooms renovations; development of storage areas; and improvements to restrooms and custodial rooms. Other building condition upgrades are anticipated to include items such as a new loading dock stair and railing at the elevator, and masonry work. At the Elementary School, proposed building construction and reconstruction work is anticipate to include infilling an existing small courtyard for new STEM education space; removing the gymnasium stage and infilling with a classroom and instruction tech specialist office; reconfiguring the main office; and renovating kindergarten restrooms and laundry and custodial rooms. Other improvements are anticipated to include items such as music room flooring, ceiling, and wall sound panels upgrades; flooring in select classrooms and offices; asbestos abatement; and the development of a wrestling/cheer mat storage system. Other building condition upgrades are anticipated to include items such as exterior masonry work; window blinds; measures to address moisture issues in select floors and courtyard doors; and painting of lockers. Security enhancement upgrades are proposed at each school and are anticipated to include items such as reconfiguring main entries, creating secure vestibules and installing illuminated exterior building signage to better identify school names and entrances. Multiple upgrades to building systems (including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing improvements), are proposed at each school and are anticipated to include improvements such as classroom cooling measures and select other HVAC upgrades at the Elementary School, the installation of vestibule heaters at the Middle School/High School, and miscellaneous other electrical and plumbing improvements. Proposed site work is anticipated to include upgrades to athletic facilities including multiple improvements at the Woodlands portion of the campus including demolition of the existing bleachers and construction of new bleachers; the development of accessible parking spaces and a walkway to the bleachers; upgrades to the existing soccer field lighting arrangements with the installation of new poles and LED lights; the installation of a new waterline; and the installation of a soccer scoreboard. Other athletic facility site work is anticipated to include track resurfacing and minor upgrades to existing athletic fields. Other site work and non-school building improvements are anticipated to include construction of a pole barn maintenance

storage facility; a new roof on the maintenance building; a new roof and siding on the concessions building; the insulation of a portion of the track storage building; minor Bus Garage renovations; and the installation of improved exterior wayfinding campus signage. Pavement and sidewalks work is anticipated to include the repaving and widening of Hawk Drive; the reconstruction of the maintenance building parking area; the repaving of Bus Garage parking areas; the development of new sidewalks at the Elementary School bus loop and cafeteria door areas, and sidewalk curbing; and the development of upgraded sidewalks in select locations at the Middle School/High School and stadium. If the budget allows after receiving construction bids, or if other items are identified, additional similar renovations, upgrades and site work improvements could be undertaken. All of such work (or so much thereof as can be accomplished within the overall budget for the Project, once the construction bids are received) is to be undertaken at an estimated maximum cost of $18,100,000, and will include the purchase of original furnishings, equipment, machinery and apparatus required in connection with the purposes for which such buildings, facilities and sites are used, and all ancillary or related work required in connection therewith, and the Board is authorized to expend therefor, including for preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and to the financing thereof, an amount not to exceed the estimated maximum cost of $18,100,000, provided that the detailed costs of the components of the Project (as generally described in the Project Plan) may be reallocated among such components, or such components may be deleted, revised or supplemented if (1) the Board shall determine that such reallocation, deletion, revision or supplementation is in the best interests of the District and (2) the aggregate amount to be expended for the Project shall not exceed $18,100,000 and (3) no material change shall be made in the overall scope and nature of the Project; and be it further

RESOLVED, that the Board is hereby authorized to expend or apply toward the Project, during the current fiscal year of the District, $4,000,000 from the District’s Capital Improvements Reserve Fund, 2022; and be it further

RESOLVED, that a tax is hereby voted to finance the balance of the estimated maximum cost of the Project in an amount not to exceed $14,100,000, such tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by the Board; and be it further

RESOLVED, that in anticipation of such tax, obligations of the District including, without limitation, serial bonds, statutory installment bonds, bond anticipation notes and/or lease/purchase obligations, or any combination thereof, are hereby authorized to be issued in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $14,100,000, and a tax is hereby voted to pay the interest on such obligations as the same shall become due and payable; and be it further

RESOLVED, that New York State Building Aid funds expected to be received by the District are anticipated to offset a substantial part of such costs, and such funds shall, to the extent received, be applied to offset and reduce the amount of taxes herein authorized to be levied.

NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that such Proposition No. 1 shall appear on the scannable ballot sheets to be utilized for voting in substantially the following abbreviated form:

PROPOSITION NO. 1

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, 2022

YES NO

Shall the following resolution be adopted, to-wit:

RESOLVED, that (a) the Board of Education (the “Board”) of the Holley Central School District, Orleans and Monroe Counties, New York (the “District”) is hereby authorized to undertake a proposed Capital Improvements Project, 2022 (the “Project”) consisting of the partial reconstruction and renovation of, and the construction of improvements and upgrades to various District buildings and facilities and the sites thereof, to implement various health, safety, accessibility and Code compliance measures and various other measures that are included and generally described in (but are not to be limited by) the Project Plan that was referred to in the public notice of the vote on this Proposition, and to expend therefor an amount not to exceed $18,100,000; (b) the Board is hereby authorized to partially finance the Project by utilizing $4,000,000 from the District’s Capital Improvements Reserve Fund, 2022; (c) a tax is hereby voted in an amount not to exceed $14,100,000 to finance the balance of the estimated maximum cost of the Project, such tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by the Board; (d) in anticipation of such tax, obligations of the District are hereby authorized to be issued in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $14,100,000, and a tax is hereby voted to pay the interest on such obligations as the same shall become due and payable; and (e) New York State Building Aid funds expected to be received by the District in connection with the Project are anticipated to offset a substantial part of such costs, and such funds, to the extent received, shall be applied to offset and reduce the amount of taxes herein authorized to be levied.

NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that an Environmental Assessment Form has been completed for all of the anticipated work involved in the Project, which constitutes a Type I action under the State Environmental

Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”), a thorough review of the Project’s potential environmental impacts has been undertaken, it has been found that the Project will not result in a significant adverse impact on the environment, and a reasoned elaboration of the SEQRA review and findings has been provided in a Negative Declaration.

NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that military voters who are qualified voters of the District may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application from the District Clerk. For a military voter to be issued a military ballot, the District Clerk must have received a valid ballot application by not later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 18, 2022. In a request for a military ballot application or ballot, the military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the application or ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail.

NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots may be obtained at the office of the District Clerk between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk at least seven days before the Special Meeting and Vote, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or on the day before the Special Meeting and Vote, if the ballot is to be issued personally to the voter at the District Clerk’s office. The list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection in the office of the District Clerk, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, until the day set for voting, except for Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. No absentee ballot will be canvassed unless it is received prior to 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on December 13, 2022, in the office of the District Clerk, 3800 North Main Street, Holley, New York.

Dated: October 17, 2022 Holley, New York

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE HOLLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ORLEANS AND MONROE COUNTIES, NEW YORK

By:_____________________________________________ District Clerk

Legal Notice Town of Hamlin

The Town of Hamlin will hold a Public Hearing on November 14, 2022, at 6:00 pm at the Town Hall located at 1658 Lake Rd., Hamlin N.Y., for any Hamlin resident interested in reviewing the 2023 preliminary budget. All persons will be heard at that time. Any interested person may come into the Town Clerks’ office at the Town Hall during normal business hours to inspect said budget.

Legal Notice

Town of Sweden

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Sweden met at the time and place specified in the duly published legal notice for a Public Hearing on the Town of Sweden Preliminary Budget for 2023 and heard all persons desiring to be heard thereon, and

FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at a regular Town Board meeting held on October 25, 2022, the Town Board adopted the Town of Sweden Budget for 2023.

The budget is available for inspection by any interested person during regular business hours at the Town Hall, 18 State Street, Brockport, New York and on the town website www.townofsweden.org.

BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD TOWN OF SWEDEN, MONROE COUNTY Karen M. Sweeting, Town Clerk

Legal Notice

Town of Kendall

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE PRELIMINARY BUDGET OF THE TOWN OF KENDALL, Orleans County, New York, for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2023 is completed and filed in the office of the Town Clerk, located at the Kendall Town Hall, 1873 Kendall Road, Kendall, New York, where it is available for inspection during regular Town Clerk office hours.

FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Kendall will meet and review said Preliminary Budget and hold a public hearing thereon at the Kendall Town Hall at 7:00 pm on Tuesday the 1st of November, 2022 and that any person may be heard in favor or against any item contained therein.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 108 of the Town Law, that the following are proposed yearly salaries of the following elected Officials: Supervisor: $9,600, Town Council: $3,550 each, Town Clerk: $ 34,250, Highway Superintendent: $63,750, Town Justice: $10,000.

By the Order of the Kendall Town Board Amy K. Richardson Town Clerk Town of Kendall

Semon receives Omicron Delta Kappa Scholarship

Jessica Semon (SUNY Brockport, 2019) is a 2022-23 recipient of an Omicron Delta Kappa General Scholarship.

Semon graduated summa cum laude from SUNY Brockport in May 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in English and a concentration in creative writing. While a student, she completed an internship with BOA Editions, Ltd, a nonprofit publisher of literary works. In addition, Semon authored and presented “The Epidemic Sex Trafficking of Girls: Awareness and Prevention,” which placed in the Friends of Drake Library Research Contest and published in the Scholar’s Day Journal She also contributed to Jigsaw magazine and served as an editor for the publication. Jessica was the English Club representative to the Academic Council, secretary of the Gender Equity Movement and representative to the Service Council, and a member of Brockport Pride. She was also involved with the Environmental Club and a volunteer for Eagle Service Corps.

Semon was awarded the Maggie F. Fox Award for Creativity in Poetry. She is passionate about literature, culture, and their social impacts from historical and cross-border perspectives. Semon began a master’s degree in English language and culture at the University of Eastern Finland in August 2022. She plans to conduct research on the social impact of language and culture through various media.

Omicron Delta Kappa Society, the National Leadership Honor Society, was founded in Lexington, Virginia, on December 3, 1914. A group of 15 students and faculty members established the Society to recognize and encourage leadership at the collegiate level. The founders established the ODK Idea-the concept that individuals representing all phases of collegiate life should collaborate with faculty and others to support the campus and community. ODK’s mission is to honor and develop leaders; encourage collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and alumni; and promote ODK’s leadership values of collaboration, inclusivity, integrity, scholarship, and service on college and university campuses throughout North America. The Society’s national headquarters are located in Lexington, Virginia. Provided information and photo

Jessica Semon

Pilgrim: The Musical touring production opens locally November 10

by Tami Raco

Pilgrim: The Musical is a traveling performance about the journey of struggle and hope. It is based on the story Pilgrim’s Progress, written by John Bunyan. The play conveys themes of faith, repentance, friendship, hardship, temptation, death, and eternity.

Arise Collective Theatre produces this traveling musical which is typically offered at community venues across the country. The 2022 tour will have just one New York performance location and that will be in Hilton at First Bible Baptist Church on Manitou Road.

Jeff Allen, a counselor at FBBC attended Pilgrim in 2021 in Bath, NY, and he was so moved by it that he encouraged his Pastor Kevin Pestke to see it. Pastor Kevin was able to get into a subsequent sold out performance and was blown away. It prompted him

to inquire about bringing the musical to the area by offering FBBC as a sponsoring location for the 2022 Pilgrim musical.

Vinnie Tumia, Executive Pastor of FBBC said, “Sponsoring a large musical like this is a big undertaking, but it provides a needed message of encouragement.”

Eight performances of the musical will be presented during a two-week time frame in November. According to Pastor Vinnie, sponsoring the musical requires 100 volunteers per show, including feeding the cast of 70 people, hospitality, concessions, and a large financial commitment.

The church leadership team feels that despite the story setting based in the 1600s, it is incredibly relevant to life today. “It has elements of peer pressure, family conflicts, challenges of life, all the things we face today,” said Pastor Vinnie. “The performance reminds us that often we get so caught up in the little things going on we miss the big picture.”

Believing that the musical brings such an important message, the church is offering all eight performances to the community at no charge.

Pilgrim: The Musical will be presented at First Bible Baptist Church, 990 Manitou Road, Hilton, from November 10 to 20, Thursday through Sunday. ASL will be provided for the performances on November 17, 18, and 19. Admission is free but tickets are required and can be reserved at the church website. For show times or to reserve tickets, visit https://www.fbbc.info/ pilgrim-musical/.

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Hilton English teacher receives library grant to build classroom novel collection

Michael Billotti, English Language Arts teacher at Hilton’s Merton Williams Middle School, has been awarded a library grant totaling $1,250 from the Book Love Foundation. “I used the grant to help build my middle grade and young adult graphic novel collection, which are among the most popular books in my classroom library,” said Billotti.

In his classroom, Billotti works tirelessly to instill a love of reading in each of his students. Through daily independent reading, shared discussions, book talks, and virtual author visits and videos, he has built a culture of literacy in his classroom. Most importantly, Billotti works to help each student feel valued, respected, and seen.

Billotti is also the founder of the Merton Williams Project LIT chapter, which connects students to a nationwide, grassroots literacy-focused net-

work of students and educators. He is active on Instagram (@mrbillotti), engaging with middle grade and young adult authors through his freelance graphic design work.

The Book Love Foundation awarded 56 classroom library grants totaling $87,500 to teachers in the United States and Canada in 2022. Since 2012, the Book Love Foundation has raised more than $1M to provide nearly 400 teachers (from 41 states and six Canadian provinces) with grants to build classroom libraries.

The Foundation also provides teacher resources, online discussions and workshops, a summer book club for educators, and a podcast celebrating reading. Grant recipients are expected to share and support fellow educators in their professional development and growth.

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NYS Department of Labor now using multi-factor authentication to increase cybersecurity

The New York State Department of Labor is now using new multi-factor authentication (MFA) throughout the unemployment insurance (UI) system to provide top tier cyber protection for New Yorkers. MFA is a security technology that requires multiple methods of authentication, such as a code sent via text message or as a push notification on a mobile app, to verify a user’s identity for login purposes. It is used increasingly on websites and applications to protect an individual’s data if their login information is compromised. This new security measure will help ensure that UI data and information can be accessed only by customers and their established helpers. This enhanced cybersecurity provides added protection against criminals seeking to defraud the UI system.

“Protecting New Yorkers’ sensitive information remains our top priority,” said New York State Department of Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon.

“Our new multi-factor authentication is the best possible technology to secure our UI system against breaches. This new measure enhances our ongoing effort to safeguard this critical lifeline to support New Yorkers during their time of need.”

Since launching on September 21, more than 261,000 users have enrolled in MFA. New York State Information Technology Services intends to use this process as a blueprint when expanding the security feature to other areas. All users are now prompted

to set up MFA when using the NY.gov Unemployment Services portal, requiring users to provide a second form of authentication. MFA is required for customers who use the online portal to certify for benefits online, view payment history, update banking information, update mailing address, update or view tax information, and more.

The MFA launch included an extensive communications plan used to inform New Yorkers of the change in system and how they can enroll. To make MFA easily accessible, there are currently four options for enrolling:

•Okta Verify: A mobile app that sends customers a push notification when logging into the UI portal

•Google Authenticator: A mobile app that sends customers a single-use code when logging into the UI portal

•SMS Authentication (or text message authentication): A single-use code sent to mobile phones via text when customers log into the UI portal

•Voice call authentication: Instructions sent via a voice call to customers’ phone number when logging into the UI portal

Additional information, including Frequently Asked Questions, video tutorials, and user guides, are available on the NYSDOL MFA webpage (https:// dol.ny.gov/mfa) in multiple languages.

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Michael Billotti English Language Arts (ELA) teacher at Merton Williams Middle School, with one of his ELA 7 classes and some of their new graphic novels purchased with a grant from the Book Love Foundation.

Sister Diana Dolce, S.S.J., Executive Director and Founder of Hope Hall (right), spoke at a recent meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Spencerport to update Kiwanis members on how Hope Hall is progressing in its efforts to serve children from the area who learn differently. The Kiwanis Club provides funding support for the school. Also pictured is Wendy Colby, President of the Kiwanis Club, presenting the check to Sister Diana. The presentation by Sister Diana was arranged by Kiwanis member Carol Nellis-Ewell. Provided information and photo.

Byron-Bergen third-graders learn about digital citizenship

The week of October 17 was Digital Citizenship week. Digital citizenship is defined as using technology responsibly to learn, create, and participate. This year, all Byron-Bergen third grade students participated in a digital citizenship and digital literacy class taught by third grade teacher Colleen Hardenbrook. The goal of the lesson was for students to use technology correctly and fluently and included a group video PSA project.

“The class is based on Common Sense Media’s curriculum,” said Hardenbrook. “It introduces fun characters that help teach students the essentials to being a good digital citizen.”

The characters are each named after a part of the human body. For example, “Head” teaches how to consume media in a critical way and “Legs” encourages students to stand up to bullies online. Each character embodies a key idea of digital citizenship.

In addition to the digital citizenship curriculum, students are learning digital fluency by practicing efficient computer use. This includes improving typing skills with a program called Keyboarding without Tears.

Students at their PSA viewing party. Photo by Colleen Hardenbrook.

The students then created a group project to encompass the first unit on Media Balance. The students wrote the script, directed, and starred in the PSA-style video. “The goal of this program is to help teach young Byron-Bergen students how to participate in a digital world in a way that is safe,

secure, and healthy,” said Hardenbrook. “Hopefully this video makes a lasting impression for our students and gets the message out for others.”

View the PSA at https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=SuRlChTOP-s.

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Area Worship Services

ELMGROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

We are located at 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606 in Gates. Phone: 585-247-4973. Building is handicapped accessible. Time of Worship: 10AM - led by Rev. Jeff Aiosa. Website: ElmgroveUMC.org. You can join us remotely by clicking on the link to the Pastor’s page (you do not need a Facebook account to view posts). Email: ElmgroveUMC@yahoo.com. Community Outreach and Ministry Opportunities include: Little Free Library, SWEM, Aurora House, RAIHN, Prayer ministries, etc. We have a long history in the Gates community and we are looking forward to a bright future that includes you! Please come and join us on Sunday!

FIRST BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH

Lead Pastor Kevin Pestke. Vision statement: Love God, Love People, Serve Others, Tell Everyone. We offer in-person and live-streamed services on Sundays at 8:30 am and 10:30 am, with children’s Sunday School, teen ministry, and nurseries available. We also offer separate Deaf services Sundays at 10:30 am. We have adult services Wednesday nights (ASL provided), and AWANA, teen ministry, and nursery for the kids. During the week we have many options for small groups. Our building is disability accessible. ALL ARE WELCOME!! We would love to have you join us! 990 Manitou Road, Hilton. Phone: 585-392-0777, website: fbbc.info, Facebook: First Bible Baptist Church.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH BROCkPORT NY

A congregation that Loves God, loves others and serves the world! Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Coffee and fellowship following worship. 35 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420, (585) 637-3780. Email: fpcbrockportoffice@gmail.com. Website: www. fpcbrockport.org. Handicap accessible. Hearing loop available. Everyone is welcome to join our church family!

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHILI FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF CHILI

Rev. Brandi Wooten and our Congregation extend a warm welcome to all who come to our little white church on the hill, 3600 Chili Avenue. Our Mission: Recognizing that Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches, we are called to be rooted in faith, grow together and care for the community. Please join us for worship, Sundays, 10 AM, a family friendly service, including Children’s Church, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording ((URL) https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/. Youth Groups, music opportunities, Season Teams, and Community Outreach, including our Food Cupboard (third Saturday each month, 10 to 11:30 AM), are a few programs we offer to enrich our faith. In need of prayer or counsel, call the church office 585-889-9896 or email Brandi at rev brandi@gmail.com. Handicapped accessible. Website: chili-presbyterian.org.

HILTON BAPTIST CHURCH

50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, (585) 392-7990, Email hbchurch50@gmail.com, Pastor Dan Brown. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We offer In-person services and Live-Streaming on YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live.” Visit our Website at hiltonbaptist.org for more information. We are a Congregation of the American Baptist Churches. Our Building is Handicap Accessible and we offer Hearing Assistance during the Worship service. Everyone is Welcome to join our Church family!

HILTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by Following Christ; Connecting Generations; Transforming Communities. 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, (585) 392-8761. Rev. Jennifer Green, pastor. Website: www. humcny.org, E-mail: office@humcny.org. Worship Service is open in the HUMC Sanctuary. Service: 10am. Fellowship: 11am. Sunday Services are live-streamed at HUMCny.org. Handicap Accessible.

HOPE CHURCH

One church in two locations - Join us for worship that is creative, relevant and truth-telling at our Brockport Campus, 6601 4th Section Rd (Rt 31 across from Wegmans) at 9:30 am Sunday mornings, or at our Greece Campus, 1301 Vintage Lane (1/2 mile west off Rt 390 N) on Saturdays at 5 pm (a Traditional Service), or Sundays at 9:30 or 11:15 am. Sunday Services are also streamed live on our website, ShareTheHope Youtube channel, and Facebook. Hope Kids meets at 9:30 am on Sundays at both campuses. For all opportunities for any age, check out our website www.sharethehope.org “Sharing the hope of Jesus with a world in need of hope”

LIFEQUEST COMMUNITY CHURCH

59 Henry St, Hilton, Hilton Community Center, www.lifequest.cc, email: info@lifequest.cc, Facebook: LifeQuestCC, twitter: @lifequestcc Lead Pastor: Rob Dickerson. Worship 10am. Midweek programs: Tuesday 7pm Royal Rangers – a scouting program for boys. Saturday 7pm YouthQuest High School & Middle School student ministry. “Journeying together as we discover God’s love and purpose for our lives.” Faith, Family, Friends, Fun, Freedom.

MORTON BAPTIST CHURCH

1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-659-8459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@gmail.com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am. Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 6:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.

OGDEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Our purpose is: “To equip ourselves and others to be disciples of Christ as we seek God’s will for our church and beyond.” Sunday worship is at 10AM live in our sanctuary, as well as livestreamed on Zoom and Facebook Live. Bible Studies, Youth Group, Sunday School and outreach are available to all. Contact the church for more information and for links: ogdenpresbyterian@gmail.com; www.ogdenpresbyterian.org; 585-352-6802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport.

PARMA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

39 Hovey Street, Hilton, (585) 615-6383, www.PCFMinistries.com, Facebook: Parma Christian Fellowship Church. Rev. Dr. Myke Merrill. Worship Services: Saturday 5:00PM, Sunday 10AM. Family Midweek: Wednesday 6:30PM – Kids Club, TurningPoint Teens, Adult Bible Discussion Group. Nursery School: Parma Kids Preschool and Child Care Center, 39 Hovey Street, Hilton. School Phone: (585) 392-5792.

PEARCE CHURCH pearcechurch.org. 4322 Buffalo Road, North Chili, NY 14514. 585-594-9488. Join us for worship! Saturday: 5pm. Sunday: 9:30am. Pearce 4 Kids Child Care Center, Pearce4kids.org, 585-594-1833. Handicapped Accessible.

THE POTTER’S HOUSE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Don’t miss out on what God has planned for you! Sunday Services 10:30 am and 6 pm, Thursday Services 7 pm. Prayer for the sick the first Sunday morning service of every month. All are welcome! 4756 Lake Road, Brockport (Brockport Corners Mall behind Sherwin Williams), 585-943-1719, www.brockportphchurch.com.

SPENCERPORT ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Located at 3940 Canal Road, Spencerport, NY 14559. We offer a place for people of all ages to encounter God through worship, fellowship and Biblical teaching so we can grow in our relationship with Jesus and make a difference in our community and the world. Services are: Sunday School at 9:30 AM. Sunday Worship at 10:30 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service. Wednesday Bible Study for Adults and Youth Group meets at 6:30 PM. Prayer follows at 7:30 PM. Nursery is provided for all services. Handicap accessible. Samaritan Harvest provides free prepared and perishable foods every fourth Sunday of the month. Look for our special events at www.spencerportag.com or like us on Facebook. Phone: 585-352-5900. Cell: 585363-8922. E-mail: Spencerportassemblyofgod@gmail.com. All are welcome.

SPENCERPORT FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Promoting the Christian way of life through service and stewardship to the community and the world. Look for the white steeple at 65 Church Street in downtown, Spencerport NY 14559. (585) 352-3448. Rev. Michael Sloan. We provide worship, educational and mission opportunities for children, youth, and adults. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee Hour in Fellowship Hall. Sunday School for ages 4 and up is also available during service. Handicap accessible. Email: info@spencerportucc. org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.

ST. GEORGE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Follow Jesus, Build Community, Serve Others in Love. We welcome all to worship with us in warm fellowship in the Episcopal tradition of openness and caring. We are an ALL inclusive community with an open communion table. Please join us for Sunday worship at 10am September through June, and 9am in July and August. All services are both in-person and live-streamed online. We also offer a variety of Lenten and Advent programs, a Bible Study on Tuesdays, live music, Sunday School, semi-monthly Youth Group meetings and numerous other community building events. We are handicapped accessible. Follow us on Facebook, look for us on the web at www.stgeorgehilton.org, and join us for worship and fellowship at 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton, NY (across from Kelly’s Apple Farm). Our pastor is the Rev. Greg Kremer, 585-392-4099.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585-964-2550, www.stjohnhamlin.org. Facebook: St. John Lutheran Church, Hamlin, NY. Sunday Services at 8:30 & 11AM. Church office is open 7:30AM-3:30PM, Monday through Friday. For daily inspiration and Sunday services visit our Facebook page or YouTube Channel. “To know Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH

Welcomes you to encounter our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in His one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Join us for Holy Mass at 5pm Saturdays, or Sundays at 7:45am, 9:30am, and 11:15am. Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages, including Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (play-centered, hands-on Christ-experiences). Daily Mass Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 8am (Traditional Latin Mass *some* Fridays at 8am – check bulletin online). Daily Mass Wednesday at 6:30pm. Mass 9am on 1st Saturdays. Confession Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:00pm and Saturdays 3:45-4:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration Thursdays 1:00pm-6:00pm (Benediction at 5:50pm) & Sunday 1:30-4:30pm (Evening Prayer at 4:00pm, Benediction at 4:15pm). Visit our website at www. StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Parochial Administrator: Fr. Justin Miller

ST. LEO’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleochurch.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Every Wednesday: Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM to 5 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 3:30-4:30 PM; Rosary 4:30 PM; Mass 5 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. New: First Friday and First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. Sunday, October 30 – St. Leo Saint’s Fair after the 10:30 AM Mass with a Saint procession and party. Come dressed up as your favorite saint; there will be games and a saint’s costume contest. All Saints Day, a Holy Day of Obligation – Mass at 8:30 AM and 7 PM. All Souls Day Mass, the Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed, will be celebrated at 8:30 AM and 7 PM. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible.

ST. LUkE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

14 State Street, Brockport, 585-637-6650, www.stlukesbrockport.org. Visit us on Facebook. Whoever you are, wherever you are, you are welcome at St. Luke’s. Our Mission is to Worship God Joyfully, Love One Another, Serve in the Name of Christ. Join us either in person or via live stream for Sunday worship with Holy Eucharist at 10 am led by The Rev. Elizabeth Brooks Harden. Handicapped accessible and hearing assistance available. Harvest Kitchen, our outreach to the greater community, offers a free meal the second Sunday of each month from 2 to 3 pm. Recognized as a National Jubilee Church for outreach and service to our community. Please check website or call the Parish Office for current COVID precautions.

ST. MARY’S CHURCHST. MARk’S CHURCH

13 South Main Street, Holley16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org. Mass Times: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM at St. Mary’s; Saturday Vigil 4:00 PM at St. Mary’s; Sunday 8:30 AM at St. Mark’s and 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s.

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL

158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, 585-392-4000, www.stpaulhilton.org. Senior Pastor: Rev. Mark Ball – pastorball@stpaulhilton.org, office 585-392-4000. Wor ship Services: Saturday at 5pm; Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. Bible Studies: Kingdom Kids – Sunday at 9:45am; Adult Classes – Sunday at 9:45am; Ladies and Mens Bible Study – Thursdays at 10:30am. School: Meeting your child’s learning needs from age 2 through 8th grade. Call for a tour!

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & PRE-SCHOOL

191 Nichols Street (Rte. 31), Spencerport, NY 14559. Phone: 352-3143. Reverend Pastor Steve Shrum. Worship Services Sunday at 9:30AM ‘In Person’ in our handicap accessible Sanctuary. Worship Service is also Live Streamed on YouTube. Sunday School is at 10:45AM. Visit our Website at www.tlcspencerport. com. Email: trinitylutheran191@gmail.com. “The Mission of Trinity is to joyfully share the Gospel through Christ-centered worship, teaching and reaching out to the community by acts of caring.”

UNION CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

14 North Main Street, Churchville. A warm welcome awaits you at Union Church. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 am, watch us live stream on Facebook, or find us on soundcloud.com/ucc-churchville. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. We are an open and affirming church and invite all. Food distribution for local families in need on the third Tuesday of each month from 4-5 pm. Look for our special events advertised throughout the year, or on our signboard at the front of the church. Call 293-1665 or stop by to talk with Pastor Bradley Klug any Wednesday 1-3 pm; e-mail us at unionucc@frontier.com or check our website at Churchvilleucc.com. Also like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We would love to hear from you and/or have you worship together with us.

The Caring Music Group: Supporting charitable organizations one song at a time

The Caring Music Group is a local business that has been creating original musical fundraisers to support non-profit charitable organizations throughout the rochester community since 2012. Now in its tenth year, they are back in full swing, ready to expand their musical fundraisers both in-person and virtually to audiences in rochester and beyond.

Founded by local songwriter, Tony Falzano, The Caring Music Group was created with a mission: Showcase Falzano’s original music to the public while simultaneously raising money and awareness to local chari-

only do audiences get to hear new, original music, but they support a worthy cause.

The Caring Music Group has raised nearly $80,000 for local organizations including: Geva Theatre’s Educational Children’s programs, Hope Hall, Moonshadow’s Spirit, Hearts For ALS NY, Begin Again Horse rescue, rocDog, St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center, St. peter’s Soup Kitchen, and The Clover Center for Arts and Spirituality.

Thankfully, the pandemic did not disrupt The Caring Music Group from continuing their charitable work. At the height of the pandemic, they successfully pivoted to on-

A virtual concert raised over $11,000 to benefit RocDog.

The Caring Music Group’s upcoming musical fundraiser will be an online virtual concert, “Fun on the Farm,” to benefit the rophe Therapeutic Farm in Alton, New Hampshire. “Fun on the Farm” will stream exclusively on November 3 at 7 p.m. on The Caring Music Group’s YouTube page. The virtual concert will be on demand for

the entire month for audiences to donate and watch.

Those interested in holding a musical fundraiser for their non-profit or who would like to volunteer their time and talent, are asked to visit www.thecaringmusicgroup. com. provided information

Busy Bees 4-H Club recognized by Monroe County Legislature

was recognized by the Monroe County Legislature for their longstanding com-

on behalf of the club.

Kathy Lee’s classroom at Mary Cariola Center is where youth become Busy Bees.

The Busy Bees, an incredibly unique and hard working 4-H Club was founded by

Kathy soon after she began teaching. This was a way for Kathy to engage her students challenged with physical and intellectual disabilities as well as complex medical needs.

The Busy Bees, a classroom of vibrant and eager 16 to 21-year-olds, reinforce the 4-H foundation that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us. And, the Busy Bees have been busy for 30 years.

As part of the Monroe County 4-H Youth Development program, the Busy Bees create a buzz with every project they get involved with. The students love to make quilts. Kathy connects adaptive switches to sewing machines so her students can provide power while a staff member guides the needle. One student selects fabric colors while another helps stamp the Cariola logo onto their creation. Their quilts have won ribbons at the Monroe County and New York State Fairs. They share their talents within the school as well, sewing curtains for other classrooms, donating quilts to Agency fundraisers, and even making a coat for one of the Agency’s therapy dogs.

The Busy Bees 4-H Club is supported by Monroe County 4-H Youth Development on a regular basis – participating in Arbor Day, learning how to grow mushrooms, art projects, how to plant a garden, and most

recently the Busy Bees participated in the 4-H public presentations – explaining and discussing topics that are important to each individual student. Most students used a communication device to present, some played music on a keyboard…all were engaged, excited, and eager to tell others about their world. Next month, they will learn how to make a tabletop greenhouse and learn how to make cheese. The busier they are, the better.

Another Busy Bee motto is that if you receive, you need to give back. The Busy Bees routinely contribute to the community – making holiday gifts for senior citizens at St. Johns Home, baking treats for families staying at the ronald McDonald House, making blankets for the Wounded Warrior project, holding pajama drives to support children impacted at Willow Domestic Violence Center, and helping fund international causes to fight hunger like Sustainable Harvest and Flock of Ducks.

There are hundreds of Busy Bee alumni and current students who have embraced the attitude that everyone has abilities. The Busy Bees are an inspiration to all of us for their creativity, their tenacity, and their ability to make learning fun. They are living the 4-H belief of #Opportunity4All. provided information and photo

Pictured are (l-r) front row – Susan Coyle, DeAshaney Holloway; back row – Tami Sekol, County Legislator Steve Brew, County Legislator Jackie Smith, Kim Gaiteri, Kathy Lee, and County Executive Adam Bello.