Batavia - Genesee Valley Penny Saver 10-28-2022

BUDGETING FOR LONG VACATIONS ABROAD

RACE WINNERS

Monica Keaton from Rochester (18-25 Female)

Jake Roberts from Geneseo, NY (18-25 Male)

Alexandra Poehlmann from Medina, NY (26-35 Female)

Jordan Hill from Spencerport, NY (26-35 Male)

Jessica Beal from Batavia, NY (36-45 Female)

Jeannette Boyd from Union City, PA (46-55 Female)

Peter Boyd from Union City, PA (46-55 Male)

Michael Hickey from Batavia, NY (56-65 Male)

Debbie Buchanan from Mount Morris, NY (66-75 Female)

Douglas Wilson from Silver Lake, NY (76+ Male)

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* Halloween can be a spooky good time for children and adults alike, but the cost of costumes can be downright scary. When I was a child, my brother and I dressed as a pirate and a gypsy, respectively, for several years, as they were costumes that could be put together using things you might find around the house. This week, a focus on inexpensive or FREE Halloween costumes. Happy Halloween!

* Most anyone can come up with a ghost costume (basically, a white sheet with eyes cut out and cut off at the bottom so it’s not too long). How about dressing up that ghost with costume jewelry and makeup, or a mustache/beard drawn on, with a tie and carrying a briefcase labeled “Scare Corporation”? Use hats or other dress-up accessories to make Dr. Ghost or Officer Ghost. The possibilities are endless.

* A basic scarecrow needs only a flannel shirt, a pair of jeans and socks, a floppy hat and some straw. Stuff wadded-up plastic bags into shirt or pants to fill, then use rubber bands to secure straw at the cuffs. Paint on a funny face. (Thanks J.R. in Illinois.)

* Be an over-the-top tourist: A loud Hawaiian-style shirt paired with a pair of shorts, perhaps socks with sandals? Carry a camera on a strap around your neck. Use a small carryon bag as your treat bag, or decorate a paper sack by gluing on squares cut from a map.

* Be Static Cling! Use safety pins to pin a variety of small items to your outfit -- think socks, scarves, even a pair of undies if you dare! Tease hair until it’s standing straight up, and use hairspray to keep it that way.

HOW TO AVOID THE COLD COMFORT OF A DRAFTY HOUSE

For those who live in older homes, the transition to colder weather can be extra disheartening, as the vision of expensive heating bills, chilly rooms and drafty windows dance in their heads. However, it’s easy to change the outlook fromcoldtocozywithafewsimple DIY solutions.

The most effective way to improve the comfort level in your home is to properly insulate. Insulation can beinadequateinolderhomes.Over time, it can settle and compact, creating gaps. Topping up attic insulation will help keep the warm air in, reducing heating bills and preventing stress on your furnace. For easy installation, homeowners andprofessionalsalikerecommend a stone wool batt insulation. For attics, aim for an r-value of R-50 or adepthof16inches.

A little preparation can go a long way to keep the cold at bay. Seal out drafts by replacing worn weatherstripping and caulking along windows, doors, baseboards, and trim. For other ways to beat the cold, consider inexpensive window insulation kits along with thicker drapes, and don’t forget to reverse ceiling fans to push warm air back down.

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RichmondMemorialLibrary: Library willcloseearlyat5pmon Monday,Oct31stforHalloween ClassicalGuitarConcertwithTom Torrisi-WedOct2nd7pm EveningAdultBookDiscussion-Mon Nov7th6:30pm MorningAdultBookDiscussion-Wed Nov9th9am

“DiscoverYourStory”Genealogy Workshop#2-ThuNov10th6:30pm registrationrequired LibrarywillbeclosedonFri,Nov11th &SatNov12thforVeterans’Day TechTutoring-TueNov15th9:30am HistorybytheHearth-TueNov15th 7pm

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ALEXANDER

AlexanderFireDepartmentFall Gun Raffle- Saturday,November 5,from5-10pmattheAlexander FireDepartment,10708Alexander Rd.,Alexander.$20.00-tickets soldatAlexanderCountryDelior bycalling585-356-3301.

AlexanderFireDepartment Christmas Craft&VendorShow Sunday,November27,from9am3pmattheAlexanderFireDepartment,10708AlexanderRd., Alexander.

PancakeBreakfast Comeand joinusforourPancakeBreakfastat WNYGas&SteamClubhouse, 10294GillateRd.Wewillhaveall ofyourfavorites;pancakes,sausage,eggs,Frenchtoast,home fries,cookedonions,coffeeand juice.$10Adults,$5children5-12, 4andunderfree.HeldNovember 13,January15andFebruary19 from7:30am-12noon.www. alexandersteamshow.com

BATAVIA

AllBabiesCherishedishostinga Fall VendorandCraftSale inthe BataviaCityCentre(Mall)on November5th,from10:00amto 3:00pm.Vendoritemsforsalewill rangefromhomedecor,knitted items,skincareproducts,and more!Pleasecomeouttosupport yourlocalcraftsmanandsmall businesses!

HLOMGuestSpeakerSeries: Dennis Upton, “TheLifeofJoseph Ellicott:WhoWillTellMyStory?”JoinusattheHollandLandOffice MuseumonTuesday,November 1st.DennisUptonwillbeperforminghishistoricalpresentationofthe “LifeofJosephEllicott:WhoWill TellMyStory”.Hisrenditiontakes placeduringEllicott’sfinalhours spentinWesternNewYorkbefore heissentdowntheErieCanalto aninstitutioninNewYorkCity.The presentationistoldfromEllicott’s perspective,andwillbeoccurring onwhatwouldbeJosephEllicott’s 262ndbirthday.Admission$5or $3formuseummembers.Toattend:585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.

MuseumQuiltGuildMeetingsThe MuseumQuiltGuildmeetson the3rdSaturdayofeachmonthat theVAMedicalCenterAuditorium, 222RichmondAve.,Batavia.Masks arecurrentlyrequiredinsidethis facility.Regularmeetingsbeginat 9:30amandincludeashortbusinessmeeting,Show&Tellanda program.Duesare$20/yearfor eachmember.Workshopsmaybe scheduleforanominalfee.Please visitus!

SalvationArmySwissSteakDinner SalvationArmy,529EMain St.,BataviaonSaturday,November 12,2022.SilentandLiveAuction. TakeOut4:15to4:45pm.EatIn Servingat5pm.PreSaleTickets Only-$15.Includesbeverageand dessert.Ticketsavailableatthe SalvationArmy,529E.MainSt., Batavia,585-343-6284.

HolidayWreathSale-$25. Sponsored byGrandViewCemetery.To order,pleasecall343-0877(Joyce) or993-1317(Office).Pickupwill beatthecemeterymaintenance garageonSunday,November27th from11-1pm.Allproceedsgotowardcemeterymaintenance. OrdersmustbeinbyNovember1st.

CrossroadsHouseAnnualFall Basket Raffle- Thisyear, CrossroadsHouseFallBasketRaffle willbeheldatourneighbors,BataviaFirstPresbyterianChurchHall, 300EastMainSt.Themaineventis Saturday,November5,2022,from 12to4pm,withthewinnersbeing drawnstartingat3pm.Pre-saleis Friday,November4,2022, 3:30-5:30pm.Lunchwillbe availableonSaturday.Over100 baskets,plusgiftcardswillberaffled!MEGArafflessoldseparately. Crossroadshouse.com/585-3433892.

ZontaClubofBatavia-Genesee County 10THANNUALZONTA HOLIDAYFESTIVAL!Batavia’sAnnualArtisan&VendorMarketplace. Saturday&Sunday,November12th &13th,10am-4pmDailyatBatavia DownsGaming&Hotel,8315Park Road,Batavia.FREEAdmission! WideVarietyofVendors.Visitfrom SantaClausSunday11am-2pm. FoodavailableatTheHomestretch Grill!SponsoredbytheZontaClub ofBatavia/Genesee.

BasketRaffle&Thanksgiving Pie Sale!Friday,November18th, 4:00pm-6:00pm&Saturday, November19th,10:00am-noonat theSt.JamesEpiscopalChurchon 405EastMainStreetinBatavia. Basketsincludedolls,bears(Boyd, etc.)fromprivatecollection,quilt, gamingchair&more.Piesare pumpkinorappleandcanbe preordered.Theyselloutquickly! Topreorder,call585-343-6802on Monday,Tuesday,Thursday,&Fridayfrom9:00am-2:00pm.

RotaryClubofBataviaTrickor Trot 5k- TheTrickorTrot5kisa funrace/walkeventthroughthe cemeteriesofBatavia,NYstarting atDeWittRecreationalPark.Thisis acostumeeventandwillhavea hauntedsection!WearyourfavoriteHalloweencostumeandcome outforafuntime.Checkinwillbe at4:00PMandtheracewillstartat 5:15PM.Top3male/femalewinnerswillbeawardedaswellasbest costume.Thisisafunfamilyfriendlyevent.Cost:$25.Follow ourFacebookpageforadditional detailsandposts!Pizza,soda, waterandswagbagswillbegiven out.https://runsignup.com/Race/ NY/Batavia/BataviaTrickorTrot5k

HLOMTriviaNightattheMuseum: Presidential Elections Join usattheHollandLandOfficeMuseumonThursday,November10th at7pmforthenexteditionof TriviaNightattheMuseum.This month’stopicisPresidentialElections,aswecometoanotherelectionday.Admissionis$3perpersonor$2formuseummembers. Pleasecontactthemuseumifyou wouldliketoattendat 585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.

RusticBuffaloSip’nShop: Thursday, November10,9AMto 9PM.Friday,November11th(VeteransDay),9AMto9PM.Saturday, November12,9AMto9PM.Sunday,November13,9AMto2PM. HeldattheHistoricPalace,2East Avenue,Lockport.117Artisans! 50/50Giveaway!Wine,Beerand MimosaBar!Over50BasketRaffle! TasteofCountryTicketGiveaway! $5Admission,KidsUnder5are FREE.AllCustomersReceivea$5 SpendingCoupon(goodtoward purchaseof$20orhigher).No strollersallowed.ThereisnoElevator.www.lockportpalacetheatre. org

InvitationtoComeSingwithUs to HonorourServiceMembers. Sunday,November13,FirstPresbyterianChurchofBataviaatthe 10:45amservice.Wewillbesingingananthemtothefamiliartune of“EternalFatherStrongtoSave.” Allareinvitedtojoinustocelebrateourservicemembers.RehearsalisThursday,November10 at4:30pm,FirstPresbyterian Church,300E.MainSt.,Batavia. Call585-343-0505toreserveyour spot.

CookieSaleforUkraine- Friday, November 11th,10:00am-6:00pm (oruntilgone)attheSt.James EpiscopalChurch,405EastMain Street,Batavia.Formoreinformationcall585-343-6802onMonday, Tuesday,Thursday,&Fridayfrom 9:00am2:00pm.(100%ofproceedsgotoreliefforUkraine).

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VFWPost1602HamDinner: VFW Post1602,25EdwardsStreet, BataviaishostingaHamDinneron Saturday,November12,2022from 4PMtillsoldout.$14Donation/ Dinner.Ham&TurkeyRaffle startingat6:30PM.PresaleRecommended.Ticketsavailableatthe Postorbycalling585-344-3249 after4:30PMonWednesday,Friday,SaturdayandSunday.Opento thePublic.

BYRON

WeightLossSupportGroupTake OffPoundsSensibly(TOPS). Joinusforsupportandtipstohelp takeoffunwantedpounds!We meetWednesdayeveningsat5:30 attheByronFirstPresbyterian Church,6293MainStreet,Byron. Yearlymembershipis$49.

HolidayHappeningsCraftand Vendor Show- TheEastBethany PresbyterianChurchinvitesyouto ourannualHOLIDAYHAPPENINGS CRAFTANDVENDORSHOWSaturday,November5thfrom9amuntil 3pmheldatthechurchat5735 EllicottSt.Rd.,EastBethany.Your favoritevendorsandcrafts,Basket Raffle,BakeSale,Breakfastand LunchAvailableforpurchase.Join usforadayinthecountrytoput youintheholidayspirit!

21stAnnualWonderlandof Trees OpeningEvent- Comeand experiencethe21stannual WonderlandofTrees!Thisyear’s themeis“Flannel&Frosty”atthe HollandLandOfficeMuseum,on Friday,November18thbeginning at6pm.Visitthemuseumtoseeall thewonderfullydecoratedtrees anddisplaysbylocalbusinessesand organizations.Thisyear’sopening galawillfeaturemanygreatgift basketstowinandaSilentAuction. Thenightwillalsofeatureholiday musicbyaviolinquartetfromthe GeneseeSymphonyOrchestraand horsd’oeuvresprovidedbytheD& RDepot.Ticketsforthiseventare onsale!Ticketsare$15perperson/ $10formuseummembersand$5 forchildrenunder12.Formore detailscontactthemuseumorvisit www.hollandlandoffice.com.

TurkeyRaffle on Saturday, November5thatByronFireHall(Rt. 262).Doorsopenat3:00pm,first raffleat5:00pm,freemealat 5:30pm.

CLARKSON

TheClarksonHistoricalSociety will hostapresentationon Wednesday,November2nd,titled, “FromNativeAmericanFootpathto EarlyRidgeRoadinClarkson”.The talkwillbegivenbyLeannaHale, TownofClarksonHistorian,atthe ClarksonAcademylocatedat8339 W.RidgeRoad.Thepublicisinvited tothisfreepresentationwhichbeginsat7PM.

CORFU

VolunteersforAnimalsOctoFUR 2022 GiantBasketRaffle -There willbeawidevarietyofBaskets andBigTicketitems.ANDaGrand Prize-twoticketstotheBillsvsJets game!Only500raffleticketstosell forthegame-sostopbyon October29thfrom10-3pmtoPudgie’sonWestMainandgetyours. Noentryfee-Donotneedtobe presenttowin-AllproceedssupportAnimalCare.

BERGEN

TheBergenHistoricalSociety in conjunction withtheBergenPublic Librarywillpresentaprogrambya memberfromGeneseeCountry MuseumThursday,November3, 7pm.ItwilltakeplaceintheBergenPublicLibraryConference Room(rearentrance).Presentation: “VictorianYuletide”,ahistorical documentationreflectingtheculturaloriginsofvariousVictorian holidaytraditions.Programmade possiblewithfundsfromthe StatewideCommunityRegrantProgram,aregrantprogramofthe NYSCouncilontheArtswiththe supportoftheofficeoftheGovernorandtheNYSLegislatureand administeredbyGOART!Ashort meetingwillprecedetheprogram. Facilityishandicappedaccessible. Refreshmentswillfollow.

SeniorsLuncheon- The Indian FallsUnitedMethodistChurch SeniorLuncheon2022.Heldthe 2ndSaturdayofEachMonth,at 12:00pm.ByReservationONLY, 585-478-8188.7908Alleghany Road,Corfu.Costis$7/person.

EAST BETHANY

Create-a-Critter&Treatsfor Wildlife: Let yourimaginationrun WILD!OnSaturday,December3rd, meetintheactivityroomofthe InterpretiveNatureCenterfora broadrangeofnaturalcraftmaterials.Hotglueaperfectholidaygift foryourlovedones!Inaddition, makeediblegarlandsandornamentsforthelocalwildlife,and trimthetreesintheACORNSOutdoorLearningCenter!Session1 takesplacefrom10:00amto 12:00pm.Session2takesplace from1:00pmto3:00pm.Feeis$5 perpersonand$10perfamily. Pre-registrationisrequired;call 585-344-1122.GeneseeCounty Park&Forest,11095BethanyCenterRd.

HolidayHappeningsCraftand Vendor Show- TheEastBethany PresbyterianChurchinvitesyouto ourannualHOLIDAYHAPPENINGS CRAFTANDVENDORSHOWSaturday,November5thfrom9amuntil 3pmheldatthechurch5735 EllicottSt.Rd.EastBethany.Your favoritevendorsandcrafts,Basket Raffle,BakeSale,BreakfastAna Lunchforpurchase.Joinusfora dayinthecountrytoputyouinthe holidayspirit!

KENDALL

LasagnaDinner- The Kendall UnitedMethodistChurchwillhave adrivethroughlasagnadinneron Thursday,November17thserving from4:30-6:00p.m.Thecostis $14.00.Call281-1514forreservations.Reservationsarerecommendedbutnotrequired.Located at1814KendallRd.,Kendall.

MUMFORD

HolidayMarket&Preparingfor Winter Getintotheholidayspirit whenyouvisitGeneseeCountry Village&MuseumonSaturday, November19,andSunday,November20,from10a.m.-3p.m.,for ourHolidayMarket&Preparingfor WinterintheHistoricVillage!PrepareforwinteryourselfbyshoppingtheHolidayMarket,andsee howWesternNewYorkerspreparedforwinterinthe19thcentury.Theperfectfamilyactivityto kickofftheholidayseason!GeneseeCountryVillageMuseum,1410 FlintHillRoad,Mumford.https:// www.gcv.org/events/holidaymarket-preparing-winter/

YuletideintheCountryTours& Dinner: Join usatGCV&Mforour YuletideintheCountryTours, December2,3,4,9,10,11,16, and17.You’llbeinvitedintovignettesthatilluminatethelinkbetweentoday’scherishedholiday traditionsandtheculturalcustoms ofgenerationsthatcamebefore. Theatricalperformancesrepresent therichhistoryandtraditionthat newcomerstotheregionwould havesharedthroughoutthe19th century.Highlights:Polish ChristmasEveWigiliadinner,aHanukkahcelebration,andWatch Nightfestivitiesaspresentedby DavidShakesandtheNorthStar Players,andevenavisitfromthat jollyoldelf,St.Nick.https://www. gcv.org/events/yuletide-in-thecountry-tours-dinner/

PAVILION

CovingtonU.P.ChurchPancake Supper onElectionDay,November8,2022from5:00PMto7:30 pm.Servingdeliciouspancakes, sausage,jell-o,applesauce,milk andcoffee.Ticketswillbesoldat thedoor.Adults:$10,Children (5-12)$5,Under5:Free.Covington UnitedPresbyterianChurch,1701 CraigRoad,Pavilion.

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1. MYTHOLOGY: What are the Nereids in Greek mythology?

2. LITERATURE: Which 19th-century English novel has the subtitle, “The Parish Boy’s Progress”?

3. ACRONYMS: In printing, what does the acronym DPI stand for?

4. GEOGRAPHY: Which city lies near the largest natural harbor in the world?

5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How does a bat find its prey?

6. HISTORY: Who is the youngest person to win a Nobel Peace Prize?

7. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin prefix “super-” mean in English?

8. LAW: What is double jeopardy?

9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Who founded the American Red Cross?

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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Case of Enlarged Pelvic Veins Is Not a Cause for Concern

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 71-year-old female with no children, but I did have an ectopic pregnancy at age 43. Other than that, I have had no “female” issues. I was getting a CT scan for my spleen area, when it was discovered that I had enlarged pelvic veins in my groin. I don’t have pelvic pain, nor do I have pain with sex. So, the only symptoms I do have, which may or may not be related, are bloating and some constipation.

I have seen a vascular surgeon and a urogynocologist to ask about this condition and if I need “treatment” for it. Both were rather vague, saying if I’m not experiencing pain, I should just get it imaged every year. Is that sound advice? Can the veins twist and cause blockage? Can they cause a blood clot? I can’t really get any info on it. -- J.F.

ANSWER: Although advanced imaging like CT and MRI scans have led physicians to be able to make more precise diagnoses than before, there is an issue of what to do with “incidental” findings. Many people have written to me about small tumors (which are far more common than we thought), but enlarged pelvic veins are another example of an incidental finding. Some women do have a condition called “pelvic congestion syndrome,” which is a cause of pelvic pain that is worsened by prolonged standing or sexual activity. This condition is found in women in the reproductive age group, especially those who have had multiple children, but is not found in menopausal women. Since you aren’t in the age group and don’t have symptoms, you clearly don’t have pelvic congestion syndrome. Dilated veins in the legs are simply called varicose veins, and they are often due to loss in function of the valves in our legs as we age. Pelvic vein enlargement is the same thing: Veins get bigger as we age. There are cases of blood clots in the pelvic veins, but it is not clear whether a person like you is at increased risk. I don’t see the need to repeat the imaging studies.

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KIDS AND SLEEP

School-aged children are busier than ever before, and some may be sacrificing sleep to accommodate their lifestyles. The National Sleep Foundation says school-aged children need between nine and 11 hours of sleep each night to function at a healthy level. Sleep deprivation can be linked to a host of health ailments, including issues affecting the development of the brain. Growing evidence suggests that lack of sleep can cause disturbances in metabolic rates that could affect the risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. A recent study from Johns Hopkins University found that, for each additional hour of sleep a child gets, the risk of that child becoming overweight or obese decreases by 9 percent. Children who slept the least, according to the research, had a 92 percent higher risk of being overweight or obese compared to children with longer sleep duration. The NSF adds that poor or inadequate sleep can lead to mood swings, behavioral problems and cognitive problems that impact kids’ ability to learn in school. To promote good sleep habits in children, parents and other caregivers can establish consistent sleep/ wake routines; ensure children avoid excess caffeine, particularly late in the day; create a cool, dark sleep environment; keep televisions and other media devices out of bedrooms; and help children work through stressors that may impact sleep.

DENTAL TREATMENT PAIN RELIEF OPTIONS

People often avoid necessary dental care because of anxiety about pain during procedures. Luckily, modern dentistry has very effective pain relief options. Topical and injected local anesthetics are commonly used for routine dental procedures. Local anesthesia can also be delivered electronically using a TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) unit, which sends electrical impulses to numb the treatment area. Nitrous oxide is another common and effective option that is easily administered through a rubber face mask. Local anesthetics, TENS anesthesia, and nitrous oxide all wear off quickly and allow the patient to drive home after a procedure. For advanced dental work, oral surgeries, or patients with extreme dental anxiety, intravenous or oral sedation and general anesthesia are all options. What’s been keeping you from visiting

the dentist? If it’s the fear of possible pain during dental treatment, we would like you to know we have calmedtheanxietiesof manypatients at BATAVIA FAMILY DENTAL over the years, with our relaxing atmosphere and friendly, compassionate staff. And because of the many advances in dentistry, the dental procedures we perform today are much less painful or even pain-free. We’ll work together at 6 Batavia City Centre to ensure your appointments with us are comfortable, productive, and rewarding. You can reach us at 585.343.4246.

P.S.Patientsusinggeneralanesthesia for a dental procedure may need to undergo treatment in a hospital setting where their vital signs can be monitored.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. © 2022 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved www.bataviafamilydental.com

RAVES

Thanks, Canandaigua!

The Canandaigua Rotary Club collects roadside debris along Routes 5 & 20. We seem to be collecting less each pick-up. Of equal importance are those measures taken by this area's homeowners and businesses in keeping their yards, drives, and parking lots free of debris, making for more visually healthy scenery. For your efforts and dedication, we thank each of you!

An Angel of Mercy

Many thanks to Lisa who came to my rescue on Friday. After sitting in the parking lot of a local school watching the sky and listening to the radio, I found my car battery dead when I went to return home. To top it off, my cellphone was dead, too! I am a senior in poor shape but managed to get home where I was able to contact a friend for help. She drove me back to my car. She will

HOMETOWN

Can you read?

Recently, it was the town festival. There were “No Parking” signs all over as well as “No Trespassing” signs. Rude people just parked any place and anywhere they wanted. Signs are up for a reason. You are lucky your vehicle wasn’t towed away at your risk. Wake up, people, and learn to read or maybe get an eye exam. Respect signs. Read before you park. It may save you hassle in the future. Does this mean you? You moved my cones from my driveway, went through my yard and my garden, and knocked my rhubarb patch to the ground. Use the road to go where you are going. We all need to use common sense these days.

So Rude

Why do people have to be so rude? One young guy at a [local business] was working with another young guy, putting things on the shelves. I needed gas. He came over, got right in my face and said, “What an [obscenity].” While I was driving (I was tired.), some guy yelled out, “What an old [obscenity]” Then, to top it off, I was visiting a therapist, and in the lobby, a stranger said (loudly and with lots of people around), “You’re worthless!” I felt even sadder. This is the new trend.

Handicap Parking for a Reason

To the person who ranted about handicap parking abuse: I agree that there is an element of abuse with the use of handicap parking permits. However, not all people who have a disability that qualifies for special parking are elderly. Just because someone is younger, it does not mean that they aren’t disabled. Plus, not all disabilities are visible to the naked eye. Someone may have a mobility issue that requires extra space to enter or exit their vehicle. A woman may be pregnant and having a difficult pregnancy, and under doctor’s orders, needs to limit walking long distances. As for the people wearing a nametag for work and parking in a handicap spot, people with disabilities often work a part-time job. You never know what a person is going through, and not all physical disabilities are visually obvious. So, don’t judge when you haven’t a clue about the person you are judging. Show some kindness and understanding, instead of assuming the worst about someone!

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DID YOU KNOW?

Data from the GLSEN® 2019 National School Climate Survey indicates that 59 percent of LGBTQ students felt unsafe at school because of their sexual orientation. Roughly one-third of LGBTQ students indicated they had missed at least one entire day of school in the month preceding their participation in the survey because they felt unsafe or uncomfortable,while just under 9 percent admitted missing four or more days during that span. The survey consisted of more than 16,000 students between the ages of 13 and 21 and represented students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and Guam. Results from the 2021 survey will be available in fall 2022. Spirit Day is an effort to highlight and support programming that counters the dangerous effects of bullying of LGBTQ youth. More information about Spirit Day, including how to participate and support LGBTQ youth, can be found at www.glaad.org/spiritday.

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Volunteer NEEDED

Featured Nonprofit: Serenity House of Victor

e Serenity House of Victor is a two-bed comfort care home serving residents with end-of-life care. Serenity House needs volunteers to share their time & talent through providing resident care, building & grounds maintenance, or fundraising support. Come join our team! Free weekly caregiver training starts Monday, October 31st. Training is held on Mondays from 12pm-2pm, Wednesdays 4pm-6pm OR ursdays 10am-12pm for three weeks. Share your most valuable gi – yourself! Please contact the Director at serenityhousevictor@gmail.com or call 585-729-7617.

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Julie DeMersman at jademersman@alz.org or call (585) 257-4476.

• Aurora House of Western Monroe County: Only a few hours a week or a month can be a great bene t to our residents; there are many opportunities

share your gi s and interests with Aurora House. If you think you may be interested in hands-on care giving for residents, please know that you do not need to have healthcare experience to volunteer. ere is training provided, and no one is asked to volunteer as a primary person on a shi until comfortable with their skills. Email director@aurorahousewmc.com.

• Crossroads House is looking for volunteers for Resident Care, Fundraising Support, Building and Grounds Maintenance, O ce Assistance and a variety of other support roles. Email: emilycrawford@crossroadshouse.com.

• Finger Lakes oroughbred Adoption Program (FLTAP): We are in need of basic barn help for the horses, especially on Saturdays and Sundays. Mostly cleaning stalls and basic grooming (no experience necessary). Email ladyalina14@yahoo.com or call (585) 478-4664.

• Generation Two: Volunteers needed to play with children in kindergarten to 2nd grade in select Monroe County schools in the fall. Training provided. Commitment of 1 day per week for 3 hours. Visit our website to learn about our program at www.g2rochester.org. Call Oni Colon at (315) 520-5064, or email oni.colon@g2rochester.org.

• Genesee County 4-H Program, 4-H Teen Club Leader: Coordinate monthly meetings and projects for youth age 13-18. Call (585) 343-3040 or email genesee4h@cornell.edu.

• Geneseo Groveland Emergency Food Pantry needs your help! Email ggefoodpantry@gmail.com.

• Girl Scouts of Western NY: e Avon-Caledonia area is looking for volunteers for troops Daisy, Brownie, and Juniors. Training and many resources provided. Contact Jeanne at (585) 226-6434 or by email at jfusco33@juno.com.

• Give-a-Li at Lifespan is seeking volunteer drivers to provide independence and safety for our older neighbors who are no longer able to drive. Rides are given to medical appointments and other necessary supplemental insurances are provided free of charge. If you have a couple of hours a week, or even a couple of hours a month, contact us by phone at (585) 244-8400 or email at info@lifespan-roch.org.

• PAX - Program of Academic Exchange is seeking host families for the 2022-2023 academic year (or “welcome families” for 6-8 weeks). Share YOUR America with an exchange student. Contact me with questions at emilypelkowski@gmail.com or (315) 576-2326.

• Richmond (Honeoye) Fire Department needs volunteers to help with everything from ghting res to re ghter support, ambulance driver and EMS support. ere is something for everyone to help with. Help us to help you, your neighbors and community. Volunteering is a rewarding experience. Contact us for details. Email Dale Doty at ddoty3@rochester.rr.com or call him at (585) 750-1173.

• Senior Wishes grants wishes to lower income seniors living independently and to those living in care facilities in Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Genesee and Wyoming counties. Wishes have included attending sporting and cultural events, visiting a loved one not seen in years, and re-engaging a senior in a hobby. Simple needs are also considered. For more information about Senior Wishes, visit www.seniorwishes.org or call Executive Director, Wendy Backman at (716) 508-2121.

• Suzanne’s Comfort Care Home in Perry helps with end-of-life care in a 2 bed home. Come join our family of volunteers! Email Suzanne at suzannescch167@gmail.com.

• UR Medicine Home Care/Meals On Wheels: Help us deliver meals in Monroe County. Meals are delivered Monday-Friday between the hours of 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM. Call (585) 274-4385.

• Vincent House: e Vincent House in Wayland is a Comfort Care Home serving residents with end-of-life care. We are in need of volunteers. Contact Christina Mattice at (585) 728-2427.

• Rochester Hope for Pets: Rochester Hope for Pets raises money through generous donors and grant programs in order to provide funds to Rochester area individuals needing assistance paying for veterinary care for their beloved pets. To learn more or to make a donation, please visit www. rochesterhopeforpets.org.

• Wayland Food Pantry at Lighthouse is looking for volunteers on two Wednesday mornings each month to help unload orders from the food truck usually 2 Wednesday mornings monthly. Email Waylandfoodpantry@gmail. com or call (585) 736-7586.

Batavia Surrounded By Ghostly Halloween Gossip

BY ELIJAH ROBINSON

It’s that season again. e time to get spooky and scary. Halloween is around the corner, and what better way to get in the spirit than to pay a visit to houses possessed by spirits and ghouls? Batavia has a few notable places where people can get their jeepers creepers for the year. Halloween, originally known as All Hollow’s Eve, came to the United States in the 1840s. It is a celebration where people dress in their favorite costumes, go door to door for candy, visit haunted houses, and share horror stories with each other. e haunted houses that are part of the tradition in Batavia have an infamous reputation of being authentic, fun, and horri c.

Haunted Bergen House

e Haunted Bergen House is one house that may be truly haunted. Legend has it that “the triangle shaped property today is haunted by a lady walking up the long driveway, a gure standing in the top of the barn, a gure standing outside looking into the house, disembodied voices, growls and shadows,” according to the owner of the Bergen house, Cathy Heglund, who believes that her Bergen home is truly haunted.

One peculiar occurrence happened here where Heglund came in close contact with what appeared to be a Native American spirit. is is one of many tales this house tells with its over 200-year history. It wouldn’t be Halloween without a trip to this “spirited” haunt.

Seymour Place

Another haunted building with a legacy of fright is the Seymour Place, now run by GoArt. Built in 1831, this place was originally a bank, west of the Genesee River. In 1887, the board members of the bank turned the place into a private men’s club. In 2002, GoArt acquired the building. is building is home to many spirits. One chilling example is a 6’ 2’’ man dressed in 1860s clothing who frequents the bar area. Rumor has it this spirit has been seen accompanied by the pungent smell of cigar smoke.

Executive director of GoArt, Gregory Hellock, has said there’s a history of happenings that occurred, stemming from its history as a men’s club

and a bank, and the history of the land the building was built on. “ ere’s rumors of it being part of the Underground Railroad, and there are di erent spirits from all of those happenings,” Hellock said.

Every Friday night since the beginning of the Halloween season, guests take hour-long tours to investigate the spirits which are said to possess the house.

West Main Street Cemetery - Batavia Yet another “hotspot” for this ghoulish season is Batavia’s West Main Street Cemetery. is cemetery was plotted along the northern part of Tonawanda Creek in 1806. Among the bodies buried there were soldiers from the War of 1812. Tonawanda Creek would ood, making the cemetery inaccessible. In 1823, the cemetery was moved to a di erent location away from the water. All the bodies were exhumed and placed in new graves. However, it is believed that some bodies were le behind, and ghosts now haunt the area. Businesses have been built over this former cemetery, and there have been accounts of a woman dressed in gray seen along the north bank where the original cemetery was. It wouldn’t be uncommon to see beings and spirits walking among this cemetery’s tombstones.

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CHILDREN’S BOOK – I’m So Glad You Were Born. Grandparents, this would be a nice Christmas gift: 585-635-7876

Old but still new COLORING BOOK. An early American coloring book. Italian history of early Americans celebrating Christmas in pictures to color: 585-635-7876

Over 30 STYROFOAM EGG CARTONS. Pick up, Springwater: 585-669-9994

Older PFAFF 360 PORTABLE SEWING MACHINE with case and instruction booklet. Fairport: jvc45@aol.com

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7’ POTTED FICA TREE. Wheatland: 585-538-6242

HORSE MANURE. Bring a trailer or container, WILL LOAD!! Call/Text 585-409-4920 to arrange for pickup

DRAFTING and LIGHT TABLE. Items are in E Rochester.You must move out of the basement. toltimetim@juno.com

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PLAYER PIANO with many music scrolls: phdgst@aol.com

CHILDREN’S RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TEACHING AIDES: 585-254-0521

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Working VACUUM; heavy, older style made of metal. Bagless, extra set of washable filters. Churchville: Suesassy1231@gmail.com

KENMORE FREEZER, 63” H x 30” W x 31” D. Includes shelves and baskets. Excellent condition. Fairport: 585-223-9014

BROOKSTONE AEROBIC TWISTING STEPPER: brokers@bizbrokersny.com

BED PADS and TRANQUILITY OVERNIGHT DISPOSABLE ABSORBENT UNDERWEAR, XL and XXL. Six packages of each, 14 in package: barbhetrick@msn.com

VANITY w/MIRROR. Batavia pick up only: 585-409-7609

PHOTOGRAPHIC LIGHT TRAY/BOX for viewing slides & negatives: petert100@gmail.com

CLEAN NEWSPAPER for not-for-profit wildlife rescue center in Webster. Can pick up if close: qwakrkpr@yahoo.com

BLACKSMITH TOOLS and related items. Just starting a hobby. Always interested in tools.Thanks: 585-538-9341

DIGITAL TV CONVERTER BOX: 585-481-9913

“Cat Lovers” – Desperately in need of a SHELTER to house up to twenty feral cats before winter: 585-500-2588

COMIC BOOKS, COLLECTIBLE CARDS, and COINS. Any condition. Avid collector – do not throw it away – I will take it! Will pick up.Text or call 585-260-0437, leave message

EARLY ARCHERY HUNTING BOWS VINTAGE RECURVES and/or ARROWS, BROADHEADS, etc.Text 585-794-0448 or mintshape@netacc.net

HAMMOCK with or without stand: 585-507-8788

21’ RV COVER: 585-738-9120 Rock and roll ‘70s-’90s 8 TRACK TAPES, CASSETTE TAPES, and VINYL ALBUMS: gzintel@yahoo.com

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STAND UP KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER: 585-217-8726

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LESLIE SPEAKER for electric organ: 585-323-1762, please leave message ATV, ATC, TRACTOR - something for disabled veteran. Help this person to hunt again: jedallas83@gmail.com

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SENIOR NEWS

By Matilda Charles Workouts at the Rec Center

Two months ago the senior center commandeered a large space in the town’s rec center because we had vetoed the idea of exercise classes in a too-small space at the senior center.

It was a two-month test, warned the senior center, to see if we’d actually show up. ey even brought in a too-young male coach to put us through our paces. Although we were suspicious about his age, by the third week we agreed he knew his stu .

And he himself brought in an even younger female assistant who stayed at the front of the room demonstrating the exercises while the young male coach paced around the room, expression serious, studying us, stopping us in mid-move to instruct and praising where warranted.

Two weeks ago he brought in yet another assistant and broke us into two groups across the rec center oor. He labeled us “Easy” and “Not Easy,” saying that some of us needed to take things more slowly while others needed to put more e ort into the workout. Try as I might to get transferred to the Easy group, he was having none of it.

He worked hard on our behalf, badgering the rec center to open up the weight room so he could give out some hand weights. He coaxed the local sporting goods store into donating some stretchy bands and yoga mats. Last week he brought in a diet handout, foods to eat to build muscle.

We discovered just this week, however, that we’ve all been guinea pigs, that our too-young male coach was using us as his senior tness specialist project for college. Color us shocked! We weren’t sure how we felt about that until we learned that he’d earned an “A” on the project.

e other good news is that they’ve hired our too-young male coach and his two assistants on a permanent basis. And we get to stay at the rec center.

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4 REASONS TO TRAVEL MORE

In addition to eating healthier, exercising more and getting more sleep, many people resolve to travel more at the dawn of a new year

Travel is much more than leaving one’s home. It’s about setting habits aside, escaping comfort zones and trying something different - and doing so in a different location.

In its latest World Tourism Barometer, the United Nations World Tourism Organization found that 1.184 billion tourists traveled outside their countries’ borders for at least one night in 2015. Europe, Asia, the Pacific, andtheAmericasallrecordedarounda5percentincreaseininternational arrivals that year. Europe was particularly popular, perhaps hedged by a weaker euro against the American dollar and other currencies. The U.S. TravelAssociationsaysthatdirectspendingbyresidentandinternational travelers in America averaged $2.7 billion a day.

Millennialsmaybeleadingthetravel-enamoredpack.TheUnitedNations estimates that 20 percent of all international tourists, or nearly 200 million travelers, are young people, and that the millennial demographic generates more than $180 billion in annual tourism revenue. The U.N. also reports that millennials are more interested than older generations in traveling abroad as much as possible.

Infrequenttravelersorthosewhohavenevertraveledmaynotunderstand why heading to parts unknown is so appealing to so many people. The following are just a handful of reasons why travel is so enticing.

1. Engage the mind. Staying mentally active over the course of a lifetime promotes long-term health. Navigating unfamiliar places or reading a foreign language while sitting in an international country can engage the brain and get synapses firing. The Mayo Clinic reports that higher cognitive activity endows the brain with a greater ability to fend off brain pathologies, such as disease and dementias.

2. Connect with new people. Travel opens a person up to not only new experiences, but also new people. English poet John Donne penned the famous line, “No man is an island,” which underscores the importance of having friends and making new acquaintances. Research conducted by the University of Michigan found the act of talking with people in a friendly way can improve a person’s memory, suppress external and internal distractions, and encourage people to see things from anotherperson’s perspective. It doesn’t hurt to broaden one’s social network, either.

3. Build confidence. Leaving one’s comfort zone can be a great way to bolster one’s self-esteem. Navigating cultural boundaries and overcoming those boundaries may be initially intimidating, but doing so can make a person more confident and more adaptable to change.

4. Develop opinions. Until a person visits a place in person, he or she only has third-party information to form opinions. Visiting a city or country for the first time can offer a more complete perspective.

Travel gives people the chance to rest, explore, meet new friends, and make lasting memories.

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Solving a Litter Box Mystery

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’m responding to your recent column about the kitten who won’t litter train. I’ve had kitties for over 50 years. e only time one of my kittens had trouble using the litter box, I made sure to watch him the next time he started sni ng around. It turned out that the sides of the litter box were too high! I replaced it with a litter box that had lower sides and it solved the problem. Love your column! -- Linda P., Williamson, New York

DEAR LINDA: ank you for the advice! Cats are experts at hiding their problems, and it can be di cult to see if a training issue is something to do with behavior, health problems or something else.

PET OBESITY IS A GROWING PROBLEM

Many pet owners would never intentionallyharmtheircompanion animals. In fact, pet owners often go above and beyond to ensure their animals are well cared for and content. However, many well-meaning people may be inadvertently harming their pets with something they provide each and every day: food. Obesity is on the rise among pets. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention says that 54 percent of dogs and 59 percent of cats in the United States were categorized as overweight or obese in 2016. That marks an increase from 52.5 percent and 58.3 percent, respectively, from four years ago. The majority of veterinarians think that pet obesity is a significant problem and nearly half of pet owners admit that their vets have discussed a pet’s ideal weight with them during pet health visits.

Your advice to observe the kitten closely, without interfering as it goes about its business, is perfect. If you’ve got time to follow a kitten around the house from a distance, that’s great. Of course, many of us are busy or have to leave the house for most of the day for work. One way to get around that is to use an indoor security camera -- one of the small cameras available for purchase online like a Blink or a SimpliSafe -- and point it at the litter box. You can observe activity around the box while you’re away (or in another room).

In this instance, the sides of the box were simply too high! A quick x got the kitten back on track.

Now, what if you observe something else, like the kitten showing distress just before it pees or poops? Or interference from another kitten or cat? Contact your veterinarian for advice, a checkup if needed, and an action plan to solve the litter box mystery.

Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.

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40 HOURS PER WEEK entire year. Responsible for:

• Planning and providing high-quality care giving services, education and referrals to children (18-36 months) and families through classroom and home-visiting services.

• Interacts with parents and supports their role as their children’s primary teachers.

• Maintains accurate screening, classroom, educational and family contact records and prepares reports at direction of program Leadership Team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential, with training or coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant and toddler development.

• Two years’ experience related to caring for children, one of which must be related to caring for infants or toddlers.

• Ability to read and write commensurate with required duties

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40 HOURS PER WEEK

• Works with FCP Specialist to maintain recruitment, enrollment and attendance requirements

• Facilitates & tracks children’s physicals, lab work, dental exams & treatment

• Maintains all documentation, reports and statistics

• Provides case management & crisis intervention for families

• Guides families in setting and achieving personal goals

• Helps to initiate and sustain parent engagement

• Links families to community resources

• Works as a team member with classroom, site, and leadership team in case management

• Makes home visits to families and provides transportation when needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: One year of relevant Human Service experience. AAS in Human Services or related field. Candidates who will, within 18 months of hire, obtain an AAS or higher in Human Services or related field may be considered. Graduate of or currently enrolled in (min. 32 credit hours completed) AS/AAS/BS/BA Human Services or related program.

All successful candidates must be cleared through NYS and federal background checks and pass NYS physical for daycare licensing.

vaccination is required for all positions.

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• Buy the right bikes. Take time to research different brands of bicycles and what they offer. Some bikes are ideal for streets or paved trails, while others are better for rustic roads and trails. A qualified bike retailer can help shoppers find the right bike for themandtheirfamilies,ensuring everyone in the family is riding the right size bike and the one commensurate with their skill level.

• Limit the distance. Children won’t be able to put in as many miles as their parents or older

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Going for a bike ride is one of the best ways for people to exercise in fresh air. Cycling is not only earth-conscious and convenient, but it also is a fun & popular activity that families can enjoy.

siblings. Limit cycling excursions to a reasonable amount of time so youngsters’ health is not compromised.

• Focus on fun. Consider what kids will get out of the trip and gear the afternoon around that. Choose a path that circles a scenic lake or leads to an ice cream stand. Make your cycling excursion more of an afternoon out than a marathon biking session.

• Take frequent breaks. Little legs may not be able to keep up, and adults will need to

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• Know the terrain. Stick to routes you have ridden before. Leave the more intense courses that include extreme climbs and dips for those times when kids are not in tow. Stick to lightly trafficked routes, or travel during off-peak hours. Consult with trail guidesandreadreviewsaswell.

Cycling as a family can be an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon & get some exercise.