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he body’s largest organ, the skin provides the also offers chemical peels, which can balance skin’s texbarrier between us and the world, protecting us ture, diminish wrinkles, fine lines and scarring, neutralize not only from what’s out there, but, properly the appearance of sun spots, and encourage radiant skin. cared for, making us feel great inside, as well. When skin cells don’t turn over quickly enough, the And yet it’s so easy to be careless about it, espebuildup encourages breakouts, so exfoliation can keep cially in summer when humidity makes us forgo acne under control. If your skin is acne-prone, ensure that lotion, and carelessly forgetting sunscreen can you’re exfoliating, and using products and treatments that mean not just burns, but freckles and kill acne-causing bacteria. In addition sun spots. Now that fall has arrived, to various facials, BeautyQuest offers it’s time to repair summer damage and an acne treatment that uses the comSkin renews itself about reclaim your skin with a routine that bined energies of natural photodywill prepare it for the harsh winter namic therapy (blue spectrum) with weather ahead. radio frequency to enable highly selecevery thirty days, and, if Regular exfoliation keeps skin soft tive targeting of the sebaceous glands and smooth, and is particularly imporand acne bacteria. Infrared and radio old cells have built up on tant in dry winter weather. Skin renews frequency energies reduce sebaceous itself about every thirty days, and, if glands while blue light simultaneousold cells have built up on the surface, active acne. the surface, they can cause ly destroys they can cause blemishes, scaly flaking, Intense pulsed light (IPL) photoand a flat, dull appearance. Removing facials reach the skin’s deepest levels blemishes, scaly flaking, those cells with exfoliation exposes and spur production of new collathe fresh, newer skin, and also helps gen and connective tissue, which cremoisturizers penetrate more deeply, ates healthier and smoother skin; this and a flat, dull appearance since it doesn’t have to make its way treatment is particularly suited for through so many layers. Facial skin is treating rosacea, sun damaged skin, delicate when it comes to exfoliation, large pores, age spots, facial veins and and using too harsh a technique or chemical can leave you wrinkles. “The IPL photofacial rejuvenates the skin,” says with skin that’s inflamed, red, and worse looking than it Larissa Abuhl, medical esthetician with Advanced Aeswas before. Excuria Salon exfoliation treatments include thetics Medical Spa, “and targets your specific needs in microdermabrasion, which removes the topmost layer of sun spots, facial vessels, rosacea, and skin tone. This speskin while vacuuming away the dead skin cells in a stercialized treatment can restore your radiant complexion.” ile and controlled manner; this leaves a smoother texture It might be just what the doctor ordered for those patchy and promotes the growth of healthy new cells. Excuria areas some of us get during the summer months.

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of products designed to work together as part of a daily routine and available for three different skin types.

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Common “cents” by the decade By REBECCA CUTHBERT

Social, mental, and emotional health all affect a person’s wellness, but don’t forget that financial health (or lack thereof) also has a huge impact on quality of life. As with all matters of health and wellness, don’t wait until it’s too late. Prevention is the best medicine, but even fiscal mistakes can be handled in ways that minimize damage. Twenties: it’s all about prevention The heady rush that comes with independence can be intoxicating. No one is telling you what to do, you’re making your own money, and every day, you’re getting credit card offers in the mail promising “No interest for six months!” and “Rewards points for every dollar you charge!” But before you sign on the dotted line and take home that flat-screen television or drive off in a new hybrid, STOP. Drop the pen and back away. Put that money in a savings account, instead. “Put your savings and investing plan on Automatic Pilot,” said CFP Michael Hardy of Mollot & Hardy, Inc. “Leverage technology to help you stay connected to your numbers and track your progress. Start educating yourself about saving, investing, and planning for your future.” Save your money (and your credit score) for more important things you’ll want in just a few short years—a house, a wedding, tailored suits for that promotion you’re after. If your credit score is frighteningly low before you hit thirty, these milestones of adulthood will be out of reach. Thirties: be ready with backup You’ve got a career instead of a job, you hold a mortgage, and you’ve started a family. Don’t lose what you’ve

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worked so hard to build because you didn’t plan for emergencies. Christopher J. Williams, wealth management advisor for Northwestern Mutual, recommends preparation over reaction. Qualified professionals can help you stay on track despite unforeseen hardships. “Many things in life can have an impact—positive or negative —on your financial well-being,” he explains. “I’m here to help you take control of your future. Together we’ll identify your most important goals and dreams, and build and implement a financial plan to help you achieve them. And because life is unpredictable, we’ll monitor your progress on a regular basis to ensure your plan evolves as your needs and the situation around you changes.” The Stahlka Agency, an EMS group partner, can also help. Their knowledgeable staff will take clients’ needs into account before recommending insurance plans, from renters’ policies to earthquake coverage. And, as president Mark Stahlka emphasizes, better safe now than sorry later. “Often, people neglect to purchase enough liability coverage to protect themselves,” he says. “Liability protection provides coverage for both property damage and bodily injury to others. We recommend purchasing an umbrella policy, which will provide additional liability over the top of your auto and home policies with limits starting at $1 million. The cost of an umbrella is relatively small, around $150 per year, and is most often the policy we hear people say—after an accident—that they wish they would have purchased.” Make sure you’ve got health insurance, too, with a policy that covers emergency visits and wellness exams. Put away enough money for three months of living expenses,

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MolloT & Hardy, iNC

s one of the oldest financial services firms in Western New York, Mollot and Hardy has more than four decades of experience helping individuals, families and businesses analyze their complex needs and achieve their financial goals.

The firm’s four financial advisors — Alan Mollot, CLU, CFP®, Sanford Seide, CLU, Michael Hardy, CFP® and Bryan Castro, CFP® — advocate a comprehensive approach to advice and planning grounded in a thorough understanding of each client. The firm provides personalized strategies, clarity of thought and service excellence to help its clients gain confidence in a more secure financial future. Recently, we sat down with the team to discuss their perspectives on the challenges — and opportunities — facing investors today.

What is the key to Mollot & Hardy’s longevity?

From the day we were founded in 1972, we’ve always put our clients first. This is the foundation of everything we do. Also, we believe our team approach allows us to provide sound, comprehensive advice to our clients — we constantly brief each other on cases and discuss the best approaches to each situation. We listen, we care, we provide solutions, we enjoy helping people and making a difference in their lives. This is why we have built so many long-term relationships — and friendships — with our clients.

What are some of the most important questions facing investors today?

Investors are looking for a financial firm they can trust, one that will be independent, experienced, and provide personalized guidance. Only when you’ve found the right firm, can you focus on key questions about the future, such as will you have sufficient income to continue your lifestyle and be independent in retirement? What steps can you take so you don’t become a physical and financial burden to your family? What are the smartest ways to help children and grandchildren with college? The good news is that we can put a plan in place to address all these questions — and many more.

Could you describe your process for working with your clients?

Before we can provide advice, we must first get to know each client and understand his or her needs, wishes and goals. From experience, we’ve learned that the dominant determination of long-term, real life investment outcomes is not the performance of investments, but the behavior of investors. Therefore it is very important to understand the risk and volatility an investor will accept. We want to feel that we have walked in a client’s “moccasins” so we can understand who they really are before we make a recommendation.

Tell us about your distinctive investment philosophy?

As a firm, we seek to provide an investment approach that can help lower the stress some clients experience from financial markets. Our investment philosophy is:

1. Designed to help you manage towards your most important goals rather than to short-term market trends.

2. Based on science and academic research. It combines the latest discoveries in economics and investing with almost 9 decades of market insights as well as in-depth studies of investor psychology.

3. Disciplined and structured to help protect against common mistakes that can compromise your long-term financial goals.

Why is it important to maximize social security in retirement?

For many Americans, Social Security can be a large percentage of their retirement income. However, to maximize your benefits you need to consider a variety of factors, including other income sources, future plans for work, estate planning and tax implications. For married couples, it becomes even more complex, with numerous options for both spouses which need to be carefully assessed. Putting this all together in an integrated way can be extremely challenging. This is where working with an experienced financial advisor can make a big difference.

Finally, what are your thoughts on the current state of the economy and the stock markets?

It is easy to get caught up in the noise of headlines, but we believe that investors need to have a long-term focus, no matter what the economy or markets are doing. A successful retirement should not depend on what the Dow did today or the latest employment numbers. Your plan and your life are too important for short-term thinking. Instead, your chances of weathering market blips and getting where you want to go are significantly increased if you invest with disciple, diversification and confidence. We can’t predict markets, no matter how smart we are, but we can make sure you are invested properly and guide you along the way. To learn more go, To

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including daily necessities and bills. If you made spending mistakes in your twenties, learn from them. Pay more than the minimum, if possible, on credit card and student loan bills, so that debt won’t haunt you. Forties: take stock Many people see their forties as the prime-of-life decade, and for good reason: you’ve established your family, all your living room furniture matches, and the salt-and-pepper look is hot. You’ve come to appreciate yourself as you are, and your confidence is validated by your loved ones. While you deserve to celebrate that, the forties decade is also a great time to sit down with a financial planner and make sure you’re prepared for the future. Deborah A. Stauring, chief executive officer for Winthrop Financial, says the first step with financial planning is organization. “Without knowing the answers to what your money has to do for you, you will continue to worry needlessly,” she states. “Take the first step in managing your finances by making a scorecard to review each year—list your assets minus your liabilities— and as long as your net worth keeps growing each year you will remain on track. Learn how much you need to invest to reach your goals, and make that amount part of your fixed expenses every month. Scrub your budget to find that little bit extra every month to invest.” Do you have adequate life insurance? How healthy is your 401(k) or retirement savings? These are exactly the types of questions best answered by a professional—and if he or she notices gaps in your coverage or weak spots in your portfolio, the time to address those is now. “Most people in their forties in the United States today are unsure whether they are saving enough or investing wisely, and have a large amount of debt,” Stauring continues. “You still have time on your side to make adjustments to your budget in order to continue to accumulate the resources you need to one day become independent—to live the life you want today while planning for that day when you can decide if you want to work or not.” Make a list of the financial burdens you don’t want following you into retirement. What are your goals? If you want to pay off your mortgage, get rid of lingering student loan and credit card debt, or sell that high-insurance hotrod you only take out once a year. Make a plan and stick to it.

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Fifties: simplify First, make sure everything is in order for your retirement—check with your financial advisor and go over the numbers. Then, because you’ll be dealing with a fixed income or self-imposed budget, trim the fat so you can focus on what really matters: living on your own terms. Certified Financial Planner Jeffrey E. Hahn, of S. C. Parker & Co., Inc., advises clients to track their expenditures. “(The results) are often quite surprising to them, especially how the ‘little’ things add up. As folks’ income increases, so does the spending,” he says. “People in their fifties are often entering peak income years, while at the same time, larger expenses are coming off the board, like tuitions and mortgages. Putting in or strengthening investment systems is often the best way to take advantage of the wealth-building opportunities available to them.” If you’ve retired, can you and your spouse share one vehicle, instead of each driving your own? Can you downsize from your large family home to a smaller home or apartment? For active seniors who are ready to downsize without slowing down, independent living facilities are a great option. Canterbury Woods, in Williamsville, provides maintenance-free living in luxury apartments or patio homes, with a plethora of engaging activities, amenities, and dining opportunities. To find out more, call 929-5817 or go to canterburywoods.org.

If you’re planning for retirement, focus on what YOU want. “Plan as though you will live to be 100,” said Alan Mollot, CFP for Mollot and Hardy, Inc. “And remember that it’s never too late to improve your financial situation.” What could improve your quality of life? Dance classes? Learning to cook? Traveling to Europe? Now that you’ve checked off the obligations of past decades, take time to live for yourself—and because no one is stopping you, make sure to save a little in the budget for spontaneity. Drive to Maine for a lobster dinner. Get that cashmere sweater you’ve been eyeing. By saving for these small luxuries, you’ve earned them. Enjoy!

RESOURCES Canterbury Woods 705 Renaissance Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 929-5817 canterburywoods.org Mollot & Hardy, Inc. 691-7121 mollot.com Northwestern Mutual Christopher Williams 100 Corporate Parkway, Suite 426 Buffalo, NY 14226 861-2450 christopherwilliams.nm.com S. C. Parker & Co. 5892 Main Street Williamsville, NY 14221 632-6800 scparker.com

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he holiday season is a great time to get together with old pals and cultivate new friendships over a shared meal or festive cocktails. But why not take that casual soiree a step further? Shape the evening as a fun wine, beer, or Scotch tasting, complete with complementary snacks, merry décor, and music to set the mood.

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‘Tis the season to get toasty, and what better way to drive out the chill than with a glass of wine—or, say, ten little tastings of wine? Head to Buffalo’s Broadway Market to pick up some cheeses, charcuterie, and crackers, then put on some Joni Mitchell or Bruce Springsteen (host picks music, right?), and invite friends for a wine tasting! Mike Ditonto, chief winemaker and proprietor of Ten Thousand Vines in Hamburg, said that a little friendly competition can spark big fun at a holiday tasting. “Make the wine tasting into a competition,” he suggests. “Have each guest bring a bottle of wine in a gift bag or paper bag (so guests can’t see who brought what). Then, uncork them all, and give everyone a cork. These will be used to cast votes later. At the end of the night, set up a wine glass in front of each bottle. You can even cover the labels and give them numbers. The wine bottle that earns the most corks is the winner. Then have a little award for the person who brought it.” Ditonto went on to say that this game is a guaranteed conversation-starter. “This takes the pressure off of the host and gets people talking,” he says. “It gets people out of their comfort zones, and they might try a wine from a different region or grape than they’re used to. It keeps things light and fun— it leaves room for the tasting to be educational, but not a lecture.” Remember, too, that wine tasting involves all the senses—it’s not just how a wine tastes, but its texture, color, and aroma that appeals to your guests. “The mood of a party, the lighting, the location, all of those things appeal to the senses. Go for a calming, relaxing atmosphere,” he advises. Whether you send the invitations for the tasting or RSVP to it, head to Ten Thousand Vines and other area wineries for some research before the big day. For example, Black Willow Winery in Burt offers wines, artisan oils and vinegars, even mead. Black Widow Berry is a particular

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favorite from Black Willow. Midnight Run Wine Cellars in Ransomville has something for every palate, from dry reds to dessert-like ice wines. Its staff can also help you pick out a host gift from their on-site boutique. Ditonto has a little more advice for hosting a great wine tasting, saving the most important for last: “Use wine glasses. Pour an ounce of each wine—enough to get its flavors and texture, and enough for a second sip,” he instructs. “If you’re one of the guests selecting a wine, don’t feel intimidated by all of the varieties. Talk to the wine merchant or winery attendant, and ask questions. But the most important thing is to have fun!”

Beer Wine isn’t for everyone, and with so many craft brews on the market, it’s easier than ever to host an unforgettable beer tasting—you can even serve beer “courses,” starting with nutty brews, moving into hearty stouts, and finishing with fruity or dessert beers. Add some hard cider, and you’ll even please gluten-free guests. Try Steampunk or Eloquince Cider by three-time “Best of ” Buffalo Spree award-winner Leonard Oakes Estate Winery, which has earned its laurels with ingenuity, resourcefulness, and tried-and-true farming techniques. “There are thirteen varieties of apple in Steampunk, and (the cider’s) uniqueness is that these heritage cider apples have tannins like red wines,” explains Jonathan Oakes, head grape grower, cider/winemaker, and greatgrandson of founder Leonard Oakes. “When we press the apples, the tannins are released. There is more structure in the heritage cider varieties.” These apples’ journey from orchard to cider press isn’t long. All 380 apple varieties are grown on the estate’s 300 acres, where visitors can go apple picking as well as taste wines and cider. Involve your guests in the party planning by making it a potluck. So that you don’t end up with a dozen trays of cookies, be a little more directive—ask a couple of people to bring appetizers, others to bring meat or vegetarian dishes, etc. Just remember to ask at least one friend to bring cookies! Keep the party energetic by adding games that get people talking and moving—themed charades (think eighties movies or band names), team trivia (Darwin cruised to the

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Scotch Scotch tastings are becoming more popular, especially for those who like a little festive fire in their bellies. For these parties, embrace your inner Humphrey Bogart. Go ahead and wear that velvet smoking jacket. Your leather-and-wood man cave makes the perfect setting. Put out some plaid throws, light a fire (or turn to that yule log channel on cable TV), and crank up Sinatra. Brendan Flake, sales consultant at Gates Circle Wine & Liquor, explains that a little knowledge can go a long way in hosting a Scotch tasting. As with wines, region really makes a difference. “Scotch comes in several distinct styles, from five distinct regions in Scotland. Generally, Scotch whiskey from the Speyside region of Scotland, which can taste of honey and citrus (this is a simplification of their complexity), is going to be vastly different from the heavyweight Scotch produced in Islay, which is well known for its peaty smokiness,” he says. Just like with other tastings, it’s important to put Scotch varieties in a purposeful order. “You want to start with the lightest Scotch and move on to your stronger drams. Lowland Scotch tends to be on the lighter side, so it makes a great starting point. If you’re pouring Islay Scotch, you’ll want to save that for the very end. That smoky flavor stays with you,” Flake continues. Because liquor has a much higher alcohol content than most beers and wines, it’s especially important to have snacks ready. Match the bold décor with a bold buffet: Strong cheeses, dark chocolate, salty meats— and plenty of carbs for cleansing the palate. According to Flake: “While food can play an important role in (any) tasting, it’s important to have something relatively bland to mop up any lingering flavors from the last pour. Think crackers or a baguette.” And for party favors? “Cigars,” Flake answers. “And remember that Scotch pairs well with more Scotch.” For other favor ideas, consider take-home goodies like gourmet bakery items or artisan samples. The singular packaging makes these items

feel special, and you can even attach a personal note so your guests can relive a little of the party magic when they unwrap them later. “Favors for any party could be boxed cupcakes, packaged cookies, or cake pops,” says Trish Mullaney of Dessert Deli. “For out-of-town guests, we have small bags of sponge candy.” Broadway Market’s vendors also carry a variety of specialty items that would make great party favors or hostess gifts—from handcrafted soaps and old-fashioned candy to fresh produce and homemade jam. Stop by on a Saturday for the complete Broadway Market experience. Any party that brings together good people, delicious food, and great beverages is sure to be a hit, regardless of whether it’s wine, beer, or Scotch that you’re serving. You know your friends best, so throw the party that everyone will enjoy. For extra host cred, have a few sleeping bags handy and taxicab numbers posted. Safety should be a central element in every holiday party.

RESOURCES Black Willow Winery LLC 5565 West Lake Road Burt, NY 14028 439-1982 BlackWillowWinery.com Broadway Market 999 Broadway Street Buffalo, NY 14212 893-0705 broadwaymarket.org Dessert Deli 716 Maple Road Williamsville, NY 14221 689-2115 dessertdelibakery.com Gates Circle Wines and Liquor 1430 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, NY 14209 884-1346 gatescircleliquor.com Midnight Run Wine Cellars 3301 Braley Road Ransomville, NY 14131 751-6200 midnightrunwines.com Ten Thousand Vines 8 South Buffalo Street Hamburg, NY 14075 646-9979 TenThousandVines.com Leonard Oakes Estate Winery 10609 Ridge Road Medina, NY 14103 (585)318-4418 oakeswinery.com

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hopping local this holiday season is about so much more than great prices and personalized service. Buying from area vendors and manufacturers boosts our hometown economy during the most important retail months and keeps it strong all throughout the year. When viewing any bustling Buffalo marketplace or friend-filled tavern, it may be hard to believe that just a few miles away, hulking machinery and abandoned factories are testament to the fact that the Queen City has seen better days. But Buffalo is on the rise! The “Buffalo Billion,” the rebirth of Canalside, and the ever-growing downtown medical campus are just a few large-scale projects that are breathing life back into Western New York, and hundreds of tiny inhalations and exhalations are happening, too, with small businesses and local vendors. When you buy gifts or party supplies from small businesses, you’re helping Buffalo boot ’n’ rally. According to Sustainable Connections (sustainableconnections.org), an award-winning not-for-profit organization that promotes local shopping for its financial, community, and environmental benefits, supporting local merchants encourages local prosperity and gives young

people a reason to settle and raise families in their hometowns: “A growing body of economic research shows that in an increasingly homogenized world, entrepreneurs and skilled workers are more likely to invest and settle in communities that preserve their one-of-a-kind businesses and distinctive character.” Quite possibly, Buffalo, with its surrounding communities, is one of the most unique cities in the state, perhaps even the North. The Queen City’s rich history has left an imprint on downtown building facades, lakeside topography, and even its people—who remain fiercely loyal to their hometown traditions and especially their hometown sports franchises. Isn’t that a heritage worth preserving? Say so! Bay-6, Buffalo Clothing Co., located in the Southgate Plaza on Union Road in West Seneca, is a boutique carrying plenty of apparel to show your Buffalove. The store is a one-stop-shop for fan gear and more, making it easy to check names off your holiday gift list. “We get a lot of people coming in from out of town who lived here before and moved away,” says owner Suzanne Miller. “Other customers are looking to send Buffalo gear to out-of-town relatives; they’re people looking for hometown gifts and who want to celebrate our city. “We get people who say, ‘I have to stop in to get my Buffalo gear.’ www.buffalospree.com

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These are displaced Western New Yorkers, and Buffalo will always be their home.” For many of these homesick transplants, Bay-6 is a scheduled stop when they come home for winter holidays. “We have dog apparel, too, so the whole family can show their love for Buffalo!” Miller adds. Bay-6 also supports other small businesses by stocking books by local authors and clothing items by Buffalo designers. They even have infants’ and kids’ sizes, so parents can start the initiation into Buffalo fandom early. Get all the updates on newly stocked items, including holiday ornaments, by finding Bay-6 on Facebook. Going to area craft shows, vendor festivals, and farmers’ markets is an excellent way to support the local economy, and ensures that you’re purchasing fresh, high-quality products. Because there is no middle man or expensive shipping involved, prices are great, too. The Buffalo Saturday Artisan Market (SAM) at the Central Wharf, Canalside, got started in 2012. Its mission, according to its website, is “to provide an affordable venue for artists to display their work and bring the community together to experience local art.” Every Saturday, dozens of artists and artisans set up booths and sell handmade jewelry, woodcarvings, soaps, glasswork, stationery, candles, children’s toys, pottery, and more. New this year is the Saturday Artisan Holiday Market event, scheduled for Friday, November 13, from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, November 14, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., coinciding with the winter opening of Canalside’s ice rinks. Codirector and glass artist Julie Leatherbarrow is excited about the event, counting it as one more opportunity for Buffalo’s small business owners to connect with customers and celebrate the Queen City’s renaissance. “Instead

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of setting up on the boardwalk [like usual],” she says, “the artisans will be in a heated tent, adjacent to the ice rinks. We are honored to be invited to the kickoff of [Canalside’s] winter activities.” The SAM shopping experience is unique, too, in that it is the only consistent art market in Western New York. “All of the artisans are local and they do the selling themselves, which provides an opportunity for the buyers to meet the makers of the work they love,” continues Leatherbarrow. “Selling directly to the customers gives the artisans immediate feedback and affects what they make before the next market—this creates a symbiotic relationship where the art becomes a reflection of the community that supports it.” As the Sustainable Connections website explains, meeting specific local needs and wants is a common benefit of small marketplace vending: “A multitude of small businesses, each selecting products based not on a national sales plan but on their own interests and the needs of their local customers, guarantees a much broader range of product choices.” Leatherbarrow also points out that spending money at SAM keeps dollars in the neighborhood. “Shopping local gives a much-needed boost to our local economy,” she notes. “SAM is a market of artists, but these are all small businesses that need and deserve support. These are your neighbors! When you shop local, the funds go right back into the local economy, which has proven to improve life in communities that hold these types of events.” For a complete schedule of market dates, driving directions, and a list of vendors and available items, go to buffalosaturdayartmarket.com. In addition to the SAM holiday event, plenty of

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other unique shopping experiences are coming to Buffalo neighborhoods. “Green Friday” (as an alternative to Black Friday) is being held November 27 in the village of Hamburg, with free trolley rides (from noon to 6 p.m.) taking shoppers around to participating local stores and restaurants for great deals and one-ofa-kind gifts! Shoppers aboard the trolley will also get special coupons and a chance to win prizes with the “Passport to Prizes” game. For event details, go to facebook.com/HamburgGreenFriday. Also happening, on November 27, is the fifth annual Black Friday Boutique Crawl on Elmwood Avenue, organized by the Elmwood Village Association (ELA). More than thirty businesses will participate in this holiday shopping season kick-off, which began as a way to celebrate the neighborhood and its shopkeepers. “The event was started to provide a shopping experience away from the mall madness that allows shoppers to buy local, and support independent Buffalo businesses,” says Jennifer White, community engagement manager for the ELA. Local spending keeps three times more money in Buffalo, and locals create the most

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new jobs.” Sign up for the ELA e-newsletter at elmwoodvillage.org to keep up with all the neighborhood news! On December 4–5, Hertel Avenue businesses will open their doors and hang up wreaths for the twentieth annual “Hertel Holidays,” presented by the Hertel Business Association. This crowd-pleasing event brings

The next time you’re planning a date, scheduling an outing with friends, or making your holiday shopping list, contemplate for a moment where you want your hardearned money to go hundreds of Buffalo shoppers to the Hertel neighborhood every year, with restaurants and shops offering the seasonal deals that leave shoppers jolly, joyful, and laden with packages. The event runs from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Santa himself will be there, perhaps literally with bells on. See hertelholidays.com for the photo gallery and all the latest news. If it’s a day trip you’re after, head west on Route 20 to the Crossroads Market in Westfield. This “mall-ternative” destination is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through December 19 and on Black Friday. Dozens of vendors ensure something for everyone, including hard-to-find gluten-free baking and soup mixes. In December, live music will make the market extra jolly, and Santa will drop by to check on nice (and naughty) shoppers. For more information, including directions, go to thecrossroadsmarket.com. Along with its festivals, sports teams, and reputation as one of the snowiest places in the United States, Buffalo is known for some of its landmark businesses, large and small: General Mills, Anchor Bar, Duff ’s, Pearl Street Brewery, and, of course, Spot Coffee. The Spot Coffee legacy began in 1996, and has grown to include nine cafes in and around Buffalo, with US central headquarters taking pride of place on Delaware Avenue.

Locations include Buffalo, Orchard Park, Glens Falls, Clarence, Williamsville, Saratoga Springs, and now Rochester, so this “neighborhood café” really is in (or close to) your neighborhood. Stop in and try a signature entrée, then relax with a cup of Buffalo’s best brew after a long day of cookie baking or tree trimming. Staylocal.org, another nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through local entrepreneurship and neighborhood support, says that money spent at businesses like Spot Coffee have a ripple effect on the local economy: “Your dollars spent in locally owned businesses have three times the impact on your community as dollars spent at national chains. When shopping locally, you simultaneously create jobs, fund more city services through sales tax, invest in neighborhood improvement and promote community development.” In addition to that, small businesses and neighborhood merchants are far more likely to support local fundraising efforts, donate to community improvement projects, and volunteer free time to everything from staffing soup kitchens to organizing mitten drives. The next time you’re planning a date, scheduling an outing with friends, or making your holiday shopping list, contemplate for a moment where you want your hard-earned money to go. You cast a vote with every dollar you spend. Why not vote for quality, for your neighbors, and for Western New York? And it’s not just about strengthening the local community and economy. Shopping local will preserve the character and restore the dignity of the Queen City, turning rust into gold—maybe tarnished, but beautiful and valuable all the same. Don’t forget to go to your local farmers’ market and neighborhood events. Visit nearby orchards and vineyards. These are relaxing ways to fit in holiday shopping, spend afternoons with friends, or have a fun and flirty first date. Who does chicken wings better? Whose fans remain fiercely loyal no matter how many Bills games are lost or won? Whose proud townies wear three, four, five sweaters and a parka to come curl at Canalside every week this winter? Which city’s residents inhale the scent of Cheerios every morning and shovel their sidewalks every evening and think “There’s no place like home,” and mean it? There’s only one Buffalo. Show your Buffalove by shopping local this season and every season!

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money for eggs from vegetarianfed hens? What’s the deal with omega-3 eggs, anyway? It’s enough to ruff le even the calmest shopper’s feathers. But, relax. We've pecked through the terms. We’ve separated fact from hype. Read our glossary and, next time you hit the refrigerated aisle, you’ll know egg-sactly what you’re buying.

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go outside and typically live in severely crowded conditions. Beak trimming — partial removal of the beak to prevent pecking and even cannibalism that occurs in these high-stress environments — is also permitted. Free-range: Another term with misleadingly idyllic connotations, “free range” applies to uncaged chickens with outside access. It does not define their diets. Nor does it mandate the amount of time they spend outdoors or the quality of their outdoor environment. Certified organic: To earn this label, hens must be antibiotic-free and must subsist on a diet of organic feed produced without conventional pesticides or fertilizers. They’re uncaged, and they must have outdoor access. But such access may be limited to small wood or concrete porches attached to the henhouses. Omega 3 eggs: Eggs labeled “omega-3” come from hens fed a diet containing f laxseed. But an omega-3 fortified egg gives you only a fraction of the amount experts recommend for brain and heart health. You’d be better off eating a piece of salmon.

Vegetarian-fed: This means that chickens are not fed animal byproducts in their feed. One problem: Chickens are omnivores. Forcing them into vegetarianism deprives them of an essential protein-based amino acid t hat keeps t hem hea lt hy. W hat’s more, t hei r desi re for nut r ient s m issi n g f rom t hei r diet causes them to peck at each other. Farmers circumvent these problems by feeding their hens a synthetic version of the protein — but only in small amounts if

they want to also call their eggs organic. Pasture-raised: The least common description of the lot — and the most desirable. Pasture-raised hens roam freely outdoors. There, they can forage for their natural diet — seeds, plants, insects and worms. Their eggs are nutritionally superior to those produced in factory farms. A lt hough a rare sight i ng i n commercial supermarkets, eggs from pasture-raised hens can be found at farmers markets as well as nat u ra l and specia lt y food stores. Locally, these include Feel Rite, the Lexington Co-op, Farmers and A r t isans and t he Bidwel l Farmers Market, among others. If you commit to eating pastureraised eggs, you can also seek out farmers who sell them at roadside stands. Search for farms near you at localharvest.org.

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“What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure; but scattered along life’s pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.” –Joseph Addison A well-timed smile can encourage a child, ease an introduction, comfort the anxious; it’s a small action that carries large benefits for both smiler and smilee. Smiles are natural reactions to pleasing situations, but a variety of psychological studies show that even intentional smiling has the capacity to intensify happiness or even produce it. But what if you don’t feel comfortable smiling? Poor dental health can contribute to various physical health problems—inability to chew and eat, painful toothaches, interruption of sleep—but they can also affect

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self-confidence and social interaction when they create smile avoidance. In keeping with the aforementioned studies, if smiling can increases happiness then not smiling can decrease it. Not expressing certain emotions can result in their suppression, which means someone who avoids smiling may actually become unhappy and increasingly present a dissatisfied or unpleasant demeanor. A person who doesn’t smile often, regardless of the reason, is often viewed as stern or humorless, which can be interpreted as intimidating to coworkers and peers, and lead to social problems such as exclusion or misreading of moods. Forbes magazine cited several studies from the University of California, among others, to show that happiness at work

is tied to greater energy and performance, greater productivity, better reviews, higher income, and faster promotion. In other words, we need to be doing everything we can to smile more, not less! So how can you make sure you have a healthy mouth that encourages smiling? The very things that your primary care physician advises for general health are likely to be repeated by your dentist. For example, eating too much sugar (and that includes in beverages!) will not only pack on the pounds, but also cause tooth decay. Quitting smoking will decrease your risk of a host of diseases and also leave your breath fresher and your teeth whiter. But you’ll also get an earful about the importance of flossing daily (lack of flossing is the

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leading cause of irreversible gum disease) and proper brushing, including brush replacement and technique. In addition to affecting your smile, unhealthy or painful teeth or a sore mouth can make it difficult to eat the variety of foods we need for good nutrition. When poor nutrition results in weight loss, vulnerability to infection and sickness can follow—especially in the elderly. As the gateway to the body, the mouth doesn’t only deliver nutrition—it can also deliver germs. When germs that originate in the mouth travel to the body, or simply trigger an immune response (inflammation), it increases risk of heart attack or stroke—another reason to floss and brush daily, and keep regular dental appointments. Just as what’s happening in your mouth can affect your body, the converse is also true. Pregnancy, diabetes, heart disease, dental appliances like braces or bridges, all affect oral health, and require changes in your normal oral care routine. Let your dentist know if anything has changed in your general health or about any medications you’re taking. Systemic problems, like diabetes, will increase the probability that you’ll suffer from some sort of periodontal disease, as will smoking. Dental health—which means more

than straight, white teeth—is particularly important for children, who need self-confidence and psychological benefits of smiling during their formative years. A Journal of Pediatrics study on children’s dental health demonstrated that dental problems were “significantly associated with reductions in school performance and psychosocial well-being.” Children with dental problems were more likely to have problems at or to miss school, and were less likely to complete required homework. Dental problems were also associated with shyness, unhappiness, feelings of worthlessness, and reduced friendliness. Because children are more prone to cavities than adults, they must be taught proper dental habits as soon as possible (and these are particularly important while children are wearing braces). When good habits are consistently reinforced by parents, they are more likely to carry into adulthood. This is significant because the effects of dental problems on unhappiness were largest for adolescents between fifteen and seventeen years, a time when young people are particularly vulnerable to the opinions of peers. Why not do anything possible to decrease negative comments and increase self-esteem? In 1872, a study in Scientific American

cited Charles Darwin as first posing the idea that emotional responses can influence our feelings, not just that our feelings create emotional responses. “The free expression by outward signs of an emotion intensifies it,” he said. Other studies reveal that frowning during painful procedures can actually result in experiencing higher levels of pain, while smiling can increase enjoyment. Conclusion? A confident smile is reflective of a happy person, and general health and oral health are inseparable—for your whole life. From birth to youth, through adolescence and all of adulthood, healthy habits and regular dental care are critical to physical and emotional health. Treat your smile as the precious gift that it is, and partner with your dentist to overcome psychological and physical issues that might be preventing you from enjoying it. Terri Parsell Hilmey is a writer living in Clarence Center.

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