Batavia- Genesee Valley Penny Saver 1-27-2023

PAW’S CORNER

By Sam Mazzotta

Cats Can Hide Illness Symptoms, So Be Aware

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My cat Sisko became very una ectionate a few days ago. He hid under the bed or crouched in the corner of the living room and refused to cuddle. en I noticed when he sat in the litter box that he meowed as if he was in distress. I called the veterinarian, and they had me bring him right in. Turns out that Sisko had a urinary tract infection! He’s doing ne now, but I wanted to tell my story so that other readers will know that a sudden behavior change in their cat could be a medical problem. -- Kurt W., Parsippany,

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DEAR KURT: ank you for sharing! You did absolutely the right thing: You noticed a sudden change in your cat’s behavior, kept a closer eye on his activities and litter habits, and contacted the vet’s o ce to share your observations and get advice.

Cats are very secretive about their health. It’s an instinctive behavior that helped their ancestors hide from predators. So it is common for owners not to notice when their cat is experiencing pain, such as a sore tooth or an illness like a urinary tract infection.

While the occasional hairball episode isn’t a cause for concern, there are some symptoms that should prompt a call to the vet for an appointment.

-- Your cat acts withdrawn, sits hunched over, refuses to play or be petted.

-- Eating or drinking habits change.

-- Litter box behavior changes: meowing, missing the box or noticeable diarrhea.

-- Grooming problems develop, or they have clumpy fur or irritated skin.

-- Physical symptoms: eye or ear discharge, strange breathing, unusual vomiting, lethargy or drooling.

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TIPS FOR REALIZING GOALS IN THE YEAR AHEAD

Emphasize time management. Hectic schedules can quickly derail resolutions. Many people want to eat healthier and exercise more but find their time is stretched pretty thin, which can make it difficult to get to the gym or prepare healthy meals at home. Findingwaystomanagetimemore effectively can make it easier to stay committed to New Year’s resolutions. Right down your daily schedule and look for ways to free up time. If you routinely take an hour for lunch each day, use that time to exercise and eat at your desk when you return from your walk, workout or jog. Try to wake up 30 to 60 minutes earlier each morning to exercise, and make use of time before bed by preparing a healthy lunch for the following day.

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WHAT TO KNOW WHEN BUYING FROM A PRIVATE SELLER

Confirm the number of owners. There’s no magic number of owners a vehicle can have before it’s considered too risky to buy, but the more owners a car has had, the less likely buyers will learn its full history. In addition, if sellers were not the first owners, they won’t know how the car was treated or driven prior to them buying it. That’s another potential red flag to consider before buying a car that has had more than one owner.

STAY SAFE WHEN SELLING YOUR CAR

Millions of people across the globe sell their used vehicles each year, and many of those sales go smoothly. But selling to strangers carries some risk, and sellers must consider their safety when putting their vehicles up for sale.

Arrange to meet prospective buyers in public. While it can be inconvenient to drive to a public place each time a prospective buyer expresses interest in your vehicle, sacrificing convenience for security is worth the extra effort. Many people would not invite strangers to their homes under typical circumstances, so it makes no sense to do so when selling a vehicle. If possible, invite buyers to meet you in the parking lot of your office. Or if the car you’re selling is not the car you drive to work each day, then arrange to meet with buyers in a mall or grocery store parking lot.

Meet buyers with a buddy in tow. There’s safety in numbers, so bring a friend or family member along when meeting prospective buyers. Many buyers won’t pose a threat to sellers, but some may be criminals looking to steal a vehicle or cause harm to sellers who are complete strangers. Criminals are less likely to attack or take advantage of two or more people than one person. And should anything go wrong with a sale, having a witness around to back up your version of sale terms cannot hurt.

Let prospective buyers know you want to see some identification. When prospective buyers respond to your ad, let them know you will want to see some valid photo identification before you allow them to take the car for a test drive. Letting prospective buyers know this in advance of meeting them can prevent an awkward, potentially confrontational situation when you meet in person.

Don’t be afraid to turn away buyers who seem suspicious. While your goal might be to sell your vehicle as quickly as possible, don’t hesitate to turn away prospective buyers who make you feel uneasy. If they insist on seeing the vehicle, hang up the phone after informing them you intend to contact the authorities.

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A whole season’s worth of dirt and dust accumulates during the cold winter months. A deep clean inside and out can restore your home to its former glory. Inside, take time to launder all of your linens, including curtains, rugs and bedding. Move furniture to vacuum behind and below, and don’t overlook dust and dirt magnets like mirrors, light fixtures and the insides of cabinets, especially higher shelves that see infrequent use. Outdoors, hose off or power-wash surfaces like windows, siding, decks and concrete to restore a crisp, clean appearance.

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FACTS ABOUT FEBRUARY

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THE BEST OF GENEROSITY, LOVE, AND CARE AT AURORA HOUSE

BY LORI BRUTON

There is a time and season for everything. In 2010, it was time for Aurora House to be born. e Westside needed this comfort care home. eir mission began with raising money and gathering a team of volunteers. Ogden Presbyterian Church donated the land at 2495 South Union Street, and the house was built with donated funds and services.

Aurora House o ers high-quality comfort care with a personal touch. Residents and their visitors are surrounded by warmth, acceptance, and understanding in this two-bed homelike setting. It’s about you and your loved one being together and nding respite.

Since residents cannot go to their homes, sta do their best to make Aurora House feel like home. Aurora House provides the physical and emotional space for each resident to complete their earthly assignment and for families to carry on their loved one’s legacy. ere are no visitor restrictions. Family and friends are even welcome to stay overnight in the house if they want to.

All comfort care homes maintain the motto, “Neighbors taking care of neighbors.” e sta asks themselves, “How would I care for my loved one to make them most comfortable?” Compassion over ows in many ways, whether it’s sitting in silence or lending a listening ear. Needs are heard and taken care of to the best of their ability.

Not all patients are elderly; one was even 34 years old. Unfortunately, accepted end-of-life patients are getting younger.

Although they focus on end-of-life care, life is celebrated at Aurora House. Each resident matters. It’s important to learn about their life at every stage as well as who they are now. ere is wisdom in hearing their stories. Fun and laughter are encouraged within the house.

ere is much more to a person beyond their physical and medical needs. at is why volunteers at Aurora House

ll wishes and residents’ and family requests. A visit from a precious pet or a call from out-of-town relatives can be arranged.

Volunteers are the heart of this home. Cooking, cleaning, gardening, event planning, and fundraising are all part of the giving and caring. Donations, memorials, grants, and fundraisers support the home’s operation. Care and related services are free of charge to the patient and their family thanks to the generosity of the community, friends, and neighbors.

Before a loved one climbs the stairway to heaven, this wonderful home provides the opportunity to share special moments that will live on forever.

Everyone processes grief di erently. Having conversations and o ering resources helps people prepare and understand what they will face. Aurora House sta educates those facing loss and grief onsite and in the community. Hard conversations about end-of-life wishes are essential.

Aurora House sta meets people where they are in their stage of care, and they help people understand what to expect. Support continues for families a er the loved one passes. Sta mail cards to families to let them know they remember them on special days.

Aurora House survives solely on donations and volunteers. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. Anyone interested in donating personal, household, or other items Aurora House needs should check the home’s website at aurorahousewmc.com. Anything a house needs to function, they need. ey don’t want patients’ families to need anything during their stay.

Two large annual fundraisers help raise necessary funds. Casino Night this year is scheduled for April 21st at the Italian American Community Center. e night features celebrity bartenders, Doug Emblidge, Jennifer Lewke, and Sheri Todd Baxter. Join in a fun evening of ra es, prizes, hors d’oeuvres, and live music by John Akers.

Baskets and Brunch in October is Aurora House’s other big fundraiser. Anyone interested may create and donate a basket or you may drop o items or cash to go toward a basket. More information will be available on the home’s website.

Smaller events sprinkled throughout the year, such as the community favorite chicken barbecue, help support Aurora House.

Contact Aurora House for ways to support them on their mission at aurorahousewmc.com, by calling 585-617-4863.

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CAUSES OF BAD BREATH

Bad breath, also called halitosis, is caused by the bacteria that grow in our mouths on bits of food that get stuck between teeth. The bacteria release sulfur compounds that cause your breath to smell bad. Contrary to common belief, you can’t counteract bad breath by using mouthwash: you must brush for two minutes twice a day and floss daily. In addition to regular brushing, daily flossing is the best way to avoid bad breath because it removes food particles from in between teeth. Certain pungent foods such as onions and garlic also cause bad breath because their oils are carried into the lungs and then recycled into your mouth through the respiratory system.

At BATAVIA FAMILY DENTAL, our purpose in presenting this column is to exhibit the virtues of professional care as well as diligent home care in achieving and maintaining a

healthy, vibrant smile. Through a combination of proven techniques and innovative technology, plus communication and compassionate concern, we attempt to move our patients toward an optimum state of oral health. When was your last dental checkup? Now is a good time to schedule an appointment for comprehensive dental care, including help with bad breath, helpful dietary information, cleanings, restorations, cosmetic work, or gum disease treatment. Call us at 6 Batavia City Centre, 585.343.4246.

P.S. You cannot determine whether you have bad breath by breathing into your cupped hands. Talking, rather than breathing, brings odors from the back of your mouth to the front.

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Chalazions Continue to Develop in Both Eyelids

DEAR DR. ROACH: Are oral antibiotics ever prescribed to treat chalazions, in addition to eye drops and ointment? I have had two this year for seemingly no reason. They were treated with tobramycin eye drops, ointment and warm compresses. The first one didn’t resolve with those meds and was excised surgically. That eyelid then became infected without a chalazion and was treated with a second round of antibiotic drops. It remains a bit puffy and pinkish in color, which I chalked up to the new normal appearance. Now, a chalazion has developed in the other eyelid. I don’t wear eye makeup and use an eyelid cleanser recommended by my ophthalmologist. I am an otherwise healthy 76-year-old woman. Could there be a systemic bacterial or viral infection causing chalazions to keep developing? -- M.W.

ANSWER: The terms for different types of eyelid lesions can be a bit confusing. Most people are familiar with a stye, which is a localized inflammation of the upper or lower eyelid, most commonly caused by an infection of one of the glands of the external eye, usually by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. A stye is also called a hordeolum. An external hordeolum is in the eyelash follicle or the lid margin, whereas an internal hordeolum is inflammation in the meibomian glands, the ones that secrete mucous to help keep the eyes lubricated.

Makeup can block these glands and predispose someone to hordeola. Hordeola are treated with warm compresses and sometimes by an eye specialist, with a combination of antibiotic drops and topical steroids. Drainage by an ophthalmologist is necessary if it doesn’t get better within one to two weeks. If the infection gets into the skin around the eye, it may need oral antibiotics. A chalazion is not an infection. It’s a usually painless rubbery mass in the eyelid. A chalazion can be a complication of a hordeolum, since the glands are blocked by inflammation, leading to thickened secretions from the gland. Since it’s not an infection, neither oral nor topical eye antibiotics are useful. These also usually get better with warm compresses over weeks to months. People with recurrent chalazia should be considered for biopsy, since they can turn out to be tumors in rare circumstances.

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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.

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PLANT A TREE FOR SUCCESSFUL GROWTH

Now it is time to amend the soil. It’s not enough to enrich only the soil in the hole where the tree will be placed. Move out into a circular area beyond where the roots will start so that roots can expand and properly anchor the tree. The next method of success is to ensure that the tree has a large enough hole to contain the existing root ball and allow for roots to grow and expand. Better Homes and Gardens experts say to prepare a hole that is two to three times as wide as the root ball of the tree. Treat the root ball gently. If the roots are wrapped in burlap, remove the burlap or push it to the bottom of the hole.

Backfill the hole with soil and check that the tree is straight. Stake the tree to help it stay upright and straight until the roots anchor it more effectively. Alayerofmulcharoundthebaseofthetreecanpreventweedsandreduce water loss. Water daily for several weeks until the roots have fanned out. It’s best to leave trees be for the first growing season, only removing broken or diseased limbs. Resist pruning and shaping until the tree has survived its first growing season.

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Updating Your Home’s Electrical System

When it comes time to update the electrical system, it is always best to work with licensed and bonded electricians who have the expertise to work with electrical wiring without getting injured. This is not a do-it-yourself type of job since it requires specialized training.

Electricians likely will recommend upgrading the electrical panel to bring more power from the utility poles into the home. This can include replacing the existing meter and circuit breaker box to allow it to handle more power or replacing items that are obsolete or dangerous.

Many older homes are only capable of handling a minimum number of amps, utilizing just a few circuits. But nowadays, when homeowners have far more electronics in their homes than they once did, increased demand on electricity can overload a circuit. Tripping a circuit breaker is a safety measure to prevent the wire from becoming overheated and causing a fire. However, in some old systems, the circuit breaker will not trip, and this can be problematic.

Rewiring a home is another step. Wire insulation can deteriorate over time, and new wires may be needed. This can be messy and time-consuming, but it’s a small price to pay for safety. When rewiring an electrician also may suggest new outlets. Many home building codes now require outlets with ground fault interruptors, or GFIs, in kitchens, bathrooms and other rooms exposed to moisture. Some older homes may not even have three-pronged outlets, so this will necessitate an update as well.

TREE SERVICES TIPS FOR EASY SNOW REMOVAL

(NAPSI)—It’s the heart of winter, which means plenty of snow removal is in your future. Poorly maintained equipment and using the wrong clearing techniques can make shoveling or blowing your driveway and walkways a chore. Follow the tips below to make snow removal as easy as possible.

Start Early and Shovel Often

It’s easier to shovel an inch or two of fresh snow than half a foot of snow that’s densely packed. Shovel first thing in the morning and, if it continues to snow, go out every couple of hours to clear a few inches at various points throughout the day.

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Your Equipment

If you didn’t perform maintenance on your snowblower before the winter season, it’s not too late. On gasoline-powered machines, check the oil level before each use. Inspect and change damaged or worn spark plugs, belts and shave plates. On all snowblowers, be sure to maintain proper tire pressure. After you’ve finished for the day, run the machine for a minute or so to clear out snow.

Shovel the Right Way

Shoveling to remove snow can be hard work, so protect your body and make the job a bit easier by pushing the snow instead of lifting it. To prevent aches and pains, keep your feet hip-width apart, bend your knees, keep your back straight and avoid twisting your torso if you must lift the snow. Finally, spray WD-40 Multi-Use Product on the shovel blade to prevent snow from sticking to it for easier transfer of snow from sidewalks and driveways.

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FACTS ABOUT FEBRUARY

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By Matilda Charles Covid

... It’s Still Here

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of Covid cases has steadily risen since December. Earlier in the fall, Covid took a short break while the u and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) made it to center stage. ose illnesses are now waning a bit, and here comes Covid again.

It doesn’t help that we have a new variant -- an o shoot of Omicron, the XBB.1.5 -- taking o around the country. By Christmas nearly half the cases of Covid were that new variant, so it’s growing.

Seniors, as usual, are being hit hard with those in the age 70+ range being the largest group a ected, followed by ages 60-69.

If you’re hesitant to go back to being extremely careful, we’re experiencing what some doctors are calling the Senior Wave. It means the numbers on a graph show that the largest group a ected with hospitalizations are seniors.

Which means it’s still not time to let down our guard. If anything, it means renewing our e orts to stay safe. Frequent handwashing, wearing a mask in the store, even if you’re the only one who is, staying out of large groups ... we know how to do this.

And like it or not, we should. e growing number of seniors being hospitalized or dying due to Covid should shake up all of us.

Another, and possibly even more accurate, statistic for the spread of Covid is the wastewater. is is where municipalities test the sewage for Covid. People can hide their exposure and illness by using the at-home tests we all received in the mail, thereby skewing the “o cial” numbers, but the sewage in an area is sure to be more accurate.

To see the wastewater data by county, go online to CDC.gov and search for “National Wastewater Surveillance System” (NWSS).

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While there is still some debate among veterinarians as to the best age at which to spay or neuter cats, the general consensus seems to be the earlier the better, particularly if cats have access to other cats that are not fixed.This can occur as early as age six to eight weeks, while standard spays and neuters occur at five to six months of age. Vets who advocate for spaying before the first heat say it nearly eliminates the risk of mammary cancer, and spayed cats will not develop ovarian and uterine cancers, according to PetMD.

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Two of the keys to living longer may be spending more time with family and remaining socially engaged. According to research and the book, “The How of Happiness,” by Sonja Lyubomirsky, long-lived cultures attribute their longevity to keeping people close. An analysis of three communities of very long-living people in Lyubomirsky’s book - Sardinians in Italy, Okinawans in Japan and Seventh-Day Adventists in Loma Linda, California - revealed that they all had five priorities in common. At the top of that list were “Put family first” and “Keep socially engaged.” Good friendships, deep relationships with family members and social engagement are essential to a long, happy life. This New Year’s Eve, more people may want to resolve to prioritize friends and family more than they already do. Not only can doing so deepen relationships, but it also can keep people healthier by reducing stress and the risk of developing illnesses related to depression and loneliness. Today is a great time to reconnect with members of the family and schedule a longawaited visit.

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ZontaClubofBatavia-Genesee County LUCKY NUMBER LUNCHEON.31stANNUAL LUNCHEON-DIAMONDSand DENIM.Saturday,March18,2023 attheBataviaDowns-Batavia. Tickets$35(PreSaleOnly).Deadline March5th.ForTicketsContact:Lisa -LPaulKhan@gmail.comorCathy: cathu78@yahoo.com.Or“Venmo” 585-297-0682Zontabatavia2021. Doorsopenat10:30am,Lunchat Noon,AuctionStartsat1:30pm.All proceedsbenefitourScholarship andLocalServiceProjects.

DineOutFundraiser for the DownSyndromeSupportGroup. HeldattheMissBataviaDineron Wednesday,February8,2023from 4:00pmto9:00pm.ShowYour Support!

VFWPost1602SpaghettiDinner - VFW Post1602Auxiliary,25EdwardsSt,BataviaishostingaSpaghettiDinneronSaturday,February 11,2023from4PMtillSoldout. $14Donation/Dinner.PresaleTicketsRecommended.Tickets availableatthePostorbycalling 585-344-3249after4:30PMon Wednesday,Friday,Saturdayand Sunday.MusicbyMaddie&Timmy P.Bandfrom6PM-9PM.Opento thePublic.

Mt.ZionBlackHistoryProgramJoin usforoursecondannualBlack HistoryProgram.Ourchildrenwill behonoringAfrican-AmericanAthletes.Therewillbegoodiebagsfor thekidsthatattendandtherewill beanauthenticAfricanAmerican mealimmediatelyfollowingthe program.Allarewelcometoattend.HeldFebruary12,1112:30pmattheMt.Zion,516 EllicottSt.,Batavia.

HOW

JoinaVirtualAdventurein Aging Well -AgingMasteryProgramforGeneseeCountyOlder Adults.GeneseeCountyOfficefor theAgingisofferingavirtual(via Zoom)AgingMasteryProgram beginningFebruary28,2023.This freeonlineprogramoffers10guest speakers,whoprovideconcrete toolsandinspirationforhealthy aging.ProgramofferedtoGenesee Countyresidents60andolder.Call (585)343-1611toregisterbyFebruary17,2023.

MuseumQuiltGuild’sAnnual Challenge Show: TheRichmond LibraryGalleryRoomwillbe hostingMuseumQuiltGuild’sAnnualChallengeShowFebruary1February28,2023.Their“I ThoughtIWouldNever...”2023 contestchallengedmemberstotry usinguncommonfabricssuchas denimandsilkandnewtechniques suchasprintingfromafish,to revisitingoldideaslikeembroidery orfinallyfinishingaprojectstarted yearsago.Thequiltersgatherat theVAevery3rdSaturdayofeach month,weatherpermitting,at 9:30am.Guestsmaycometovisit andcheckouttheguild,andnew membersarealwayswelcomed, withcurrentannualduesat $20.00.Visitwww. themuseumquiltguild.com, museumquiltguild.blogspot.com..

BETHANY

AllYouCanEatBreakfast- The Bethany VolunteerFireDept’sAll YouCanEatBreakfast!Sunday, February12,March12andApril2 from8am-12pmorSoldOutatthe BethanyCommunityCenter,10510 BethanyCenterRoad,Bethany.We willbeservingscrambledeggs,two meats,toast,pancakes,sausage gravyandbiscuits,homefries,juice andcoffee.Cost:$10Adults,Children7-12$5,6andunderfree. Moreinfo.contactCarlat 585-356-2658.

DARIEN

ATTENTIONDarienSeniors the age forseniorstojoinhasbeen droppedfrom60to55.Christmas partywasasuccess.Nextmeeting isJanuary28atDarienTownHall, weeatatNoon.Wewillbehaving Pizzasobringadishtopasstogo withit,ifyoudon’tbringanythingtherewillbeacharge.Alsoyouare toprovideyourowntableservice. Therearenotripsatthistime.Any questioncallPresidentSherry Garigenat585-547-3518.

CHOCOLATE BECAME TIED TO VALENTINE’S DAY

Traditionally, men have gifted women with boxes of chocolate for Valentine’s Day. However, that role is reversed in other areas of the world. For example, in Japan, women give gifts - namely chocolates - to the men in their lives to express love, courtesy or social obligation. This tradition first began in 1936 when confectioner Morozoff Ltd. ran the first ever Valentine’s Day ad in Japan through a local English newspaper. By the 1950s, other Japanese confectioners were following suit.

Grand Re-Opening

Sat., February 4th & Sun., February 5th 11am-3pm

BRAND NEW SET UP

Thousands of new items!

Sneak Preview 4-6pm Friday, February 3rd

2 SUMMIT ST. • BATAVIA

Located in the St. Joseph’s Annex

LEROY

“MusicatSt.Mark’s,” a free monthlyconcertseriesatSt.Mark’s EpiscopalChurch,1EastMainSt., LeRoywillbeginonThursday,February16at7:00pm.Thefirst one-hourconcertwillfeatureguitaristAndrewFlory,adoctoralstudentattheEastmanSchoolof Music,whowillplayatheorbo,a stringedinstrumentinthelutefamilyfirstpopularintheBaroqueera. Hewillalsoperformclassicalguitar music.Theprogramisfundedbya ReachGrantthroughGOART! Moreinformationatwww. stmarksleroy.orgorbyemailing stmarksleroy@gmail.com.

OAKFIELD

GoodbyeWinter-HelloSpring: “We’ve OnlyJustBegun”Sr.Luncheonswillnotbetakingplacein January,FebruaryorMarch,2023. Wewillresumeourluncheonsin theSpringonApril18,2023at 11:30amattheSouthAlabama Firehall.WishingyouallaSafe/ HealthyWinterandaHappyNew Year!HopetoseeyouallonApril 18,2023!

STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne

* Allodoxaphobia is the fear of opinions.

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Holnbeck Electric

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Champion Moving

Local & Long Distance Services

100 Owens Rd., Brockport 585-235-3500

Waterman Online Machinery Auction

Bidding closes Monday, January 30th

David Holnbeck, Owner 48 years experience 585-762-4020

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NYS DOT#-11083

Preview: January 30th from 9am until Noon

6805 THWING RD, LEROY, NY

Having discontinued dry bean farming will sell: JD 3010 diesel; (2) Farmall 300; Freuhauf 48’ drop deck; JD 609 mower; WIFO bale grabber; gravity wagons; PTO hydraulic cart; rock picker; grain cleaners; sickle mower; and more! See our website, www.williamkentinc.com, for more information and complete terms!

MAKE THE YEAR AHEAD CLUTTER-FREE

Scanimportantdocumentsandsavethemonacomputer.Somedocuments cannot be discarded, but that does not mean they have to be stored in bulky file cabinets or desk drawers. Scan important documents such as medical receipts or tax returns and save them on your computer where they won’t take up any physical space. Purchase an external hard drive as a safety net where you can store backups of important documents in case a computer crashes and cannot be rebooted.

NOTABLE FIGURES TO CELEBRATE THIS BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Viola Davis Desmond: Born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 1914, Viola Davis Desmond took a stand for African Canadians in 1946 when she refused to sit in the balcony at the Roseland Theatre in New Glasgow, a section designated for Blacks. Desmond was forcibly removed and arrested and ultimately fined and sentenced to 30 days in jail. She took her case all the way to the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, which upheld the verdict. Desmond passed away in 1965, but in 2010 the province of Nova Scotia issued an official apology and pardoned her.

V unte s NEEDED

Exercising outdoors in winter can be exhilarating, but athletes must prioritize staying warm and safe for the duration of their workouts.

NOW HERE’S A TIP

By JoAnn Derson

* Toothpaste works well as a silver polish. Wet your silver, plop a little non-gel toothpaste on it and rub gently to clean. Rinse well and let it shine.

* A great hint from Mary R. of Duluth, Georgia: If the kids are drawing with felt markers and their hands get covered with ink, don’t worry. Just spray their hands down with hairspray, then wipe off the ink with a paper towel. Don’t forget to wash their hands afterward!

* Dip your toothbrush in baking soda before you add toothpaste when brushing your teeth. You get used to the taste, but the extra scrub really gets your teeth clean, and it’s very inexpensive to use. -- R.E. in Arizona

* Have clumped-up sugar in the canister? No worries. To keep sugar from hardening, add a slice of bread to the container from time to time, and leave it there a day before removing.

* Use this quick fix for oily hair. Rub a small amount of cornstarch into the oily areas of your hair. The cornstarch will soak up the dirt and oil; you just brush it out.

* A reader from Michigan wonders: How can I keep from having static head, especially when using a hat? The answer: You probably already have a tube of lip balm in your pocket or purse. Rub some on your palms, then run your palms over your hair.

Winter bites with its teeth or lashes with its tail.

~ Montenegrin Proverb

• House of John: e House of John is a 2-bedroom Comfort Care Home located in Cli on Springs. We provide end-of-life care to those unable to be cared for at home at no cost to the resident. We are looking for caring, reliable people willing to share 4-8 hrs. a month to assist with resident care. No caregiving experience required. All training is provided free of charge. If interested, please call or email the House at 315-462-5646 or house@houseo ohn.org

• Perinton Ambulance: Seeking volunteers for general o ce/administrative work as well as building & grounds. Hours and tasks vary based on ability and availability. Email volunteer@pvac.org

• Catholic Charities of Bu alo: e Home Visitation Program needs Friendly Home Visitors, age 21+ to volunteer one hour each week through in person visits or calls to a 60+ older adult in Genesee County who is living independently and has expressed feelings of loneliness. You can be the bright spot in their week by providing a smile and laughter that brings increased socialization and a feeling of community connection. Call Lisa Wittmeyer at 716-341-6751 to learn more about volunteering with us.

• Light Hill, of Canandaigua Comfort Care Home Inc.: A two-bed end of life care home. We are always seeking volunteers for hands-on care, home & garden maintenance, light housekeeping and/or fundraising support! Contact us today or ll out an application on our website at lighthillhome. org. We would be so honored to add YOU to our extended family! Email us at mk@lighthillhome.org or call 585-393-1311.

Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

1 2/3 cups flour

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened

1 1/4 cups granulated sugar

2 eggs

1 1/2 teaspoons Red Food Color

1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar nonstick cooking spray

In medium bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt; set aside. In large bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs, food color and vanilla extract; mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until well mixed. Refrigerate 4 hours.

Heat oven to 350 F. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in confectioners’ sugar to completely coat. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheets sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Bake 10-12 minutes, or until cookies are puffed. Cool on baking sheets 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

• Charlotte House Comfort Care: Resident care help needed. We would love to bring new volunteers into our family. It is a rewarding experience and a great way to spend time with friends or make new friends. Email charlottehouseinc.@gmail.com

• Webster Comfort Care Home: We use volunteers to handle every aspect of resident care. We are a two person home for the terminally ill and we rely on community volunteers to o er round the clock care to our residents. We are also looking for volunteers with graphic skills, writing skills and strong social media skills. Email VolunteerCoord@ webstercomfortcare.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

• Serenity House of Victor: 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! Share your most valuable gi – yourself ! Please contact the Director at serenityhousevictor@gmail.com or call 585-729-7617.

• Wayland Food Pantry at Lighthouse: Looking for volunteers on two Wednesday mornings each month to help unload orders from the food truck. Usually two Wednesday mornings monthly. Email Waylandfoodpantry@gmail.com or call 585-736-7586.

• PAX - Program of Academic Exchange: 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.

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

• Wood Library: Shelving books and other materials, ful lling hold requests, special library events, straightening shelves. Call 585-394-1381 or email stoomey@pls-net.org

What would we be without our friends? Can you imagine life without a shoulder to cry on as you reel from a bad breakup? Or a companion to hog all the junk food with as you watch the scariest movies while hiding under covers. Friends are the family we choose, and it’s time we pay this underrated relationship admiration and honor with a monthlong celebration.

How to celebrate friendship month? Have a friendship movie marathon! It’s time to turn on your favorite movies and enjoy the nal stretch of hot cocoa and weighted blankets with your besties. As you start this beautiful month of February and celebrate the spirit of friendship, end your nights with your favorite movies of the same.

IN MEMORY OF

Frances L.Miceli

January 28, 2010

Happy Birthday Mom & Nana

Your memories are treasures in our hearts. ere is not one day when we don’t think of you. One in a million, that mother and Nana is you. Deeply missed by, Josie, Florence, Nick, Amy, Sophia and Dominick.

FINANCING FUNERALS

According to Lincoln Heritage Funeral Advantage, the average funeral costs between $7,000 and $10,000. It can be easy to overlook planning for such a large expense, and many people may think their funeral costs will be covered by their life insurance policies. However, that isn’t always the case and certain complications can arise. The funeral planning information guide Funeral Basics states that sometimes insurance policies become invalid if payments have not been made. Policies may have liens on them, or some named beneficiaries may no longer be alive. This can stall the process as issues are worked through. In addition, it can sometimes take between six and eight weeks for beneficiaries to receive life insurance policy payouts. Since many funerals take place within a week of a person’s death, it’s unlikely that surviving family members will be able to finance funerals with life insurance payouts. In addition, some policies may not be assignable, which means the benefits cannot be assigned to go to a third party who will file the claim for you (i.e., the funeral home or an assignment company with which the funeral home partners). It’s important to determine if an existing policy is assignable and to take appropriate measures if it is not. Individuals may want to consider burial insurance or preneed funeral insurance. Another option is to use preplanning services, which allow people to prepay for funeral expenses and make planning decisions regarding the services and burial so that family members will not be tasked with financing and/or planning a funeral during a difficult time in their lives.

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Loose advertisement pages from 1920s LADIES HOME JOURNAL magazines, 11”x14”. Many still with vibrant colors. Perfect for crafts/framing. Fairport: jvc45@aol.com

ZOJIRUSHI BREAD MACHINE. Model: BBCC-V20. With instruction booklet. Fairport: jvc45@aol.com

FIREWOOD - Two maples trees near driveway. Easy excess. You cut and take down. Cleanup not required: 585-538-9305

FINISHED DIAMOND PAINTING, Nightmare Before Christmas. You frame. Batavia: 845-309-9373 text only

TWIN SIZE HOSPITAL BED - like brand new. To meet at the storage unit in Farmington on February 4th. Text or call: 585-967-2413

BROTHER PRINTER, model MFC_L8900CDW. Touch screen flickers at times, prints well. Has ink in it and also has new ink: Meetu@twc.com

PET CARRIER for small pet, plus two LITTER BOXES, two small METAL FOOD BOWLS. Pick up, Fairport: Text only: 585-278-0445

Ten gallons ACE HARDWARE WOOD ROYAL solid color reddish brown oil siding and trim stain. Pick up, Rush: mrssiberfile@aol.com

WOMEN’S CLOTHING. Gently used. Size 2 / Small. Full trash bag. Name brands. Pick up York/Caledonia: mariab827@yahoo.com

PACK N PLAY: 585-861-0181

STERILITE TWO DOOR CABINET, still in box. Pick up, Brockport: 585-431-3177

Packages of Fit Right large ADULT DIAPERS. Unisex. 20 per package. Text or call: 585-356-3200

Three SNOW TIRES, 205-50/R17 on Wheels 5 x 114.3 bolt pattern. 80% tread remaining: rbacon2@gmail.com

EXERCISE BIKE. You pick up and move, Rushville: 585-554-7113 (no texting) Bag of GREETING CARDS for crafts. Fairport: 585-388-0318

NEW MINI BLIND, light gray, 23” W x 72” L. Pick up Batavia, text only: 845-3099373

4-drawer FILING CABINET. Penfield. phabes529@gmail.com or 585-953-0163 (leave a message)

Full size CRAFTMATIC BED. Newer mattress with stain. You remove: 585-259-2703

Working INCLINE TREADMILL: 585-519-7894

2006 TOYOTA COROLLA NEW CAR SALES BROCHURE. New condition. Will mail to you. Email: jclare01@rochester.rr.com

DOWNED TREES. You cut and haul away, Hopewell: 585-471-4447

WOOD from a recently fallen tree. You cut and haul from the back yard. Not pine: rmadier1@rochester.rr.com

White ADULT DESK. Henrietta. Call in the afternoon: 585-334-6388

VINTAGE LEGO SETS or PIECES! Can be newer Legos! Greatest Appreciation and God Bless! 585-590-7995

BABY MONITOR for kitty cabin and a CAT TOWER in good condition (prefer a large one): 585-637-0933

Any BOOKS by Arch Merrill or Henry Clune: 585-924-2651

LIFT RECLINER - must also lift legs. New or gently used: 585-719-7866

PORTABLE WASHER or OLD WRINGER WASHER that works. Thank you: 607-329-6086

BARN ROOFING and SIDING - aluminum or metal, new or used. Thank you: 585-861-0181

FOAM COUCH CUSHIONS, tan, or cream cloth for craft projects: s.marty.nary@gmail.com

COOPERSTOWN DREAMS PARK TRADING PINS for 12 year old granddaughter who will be playing this summer in the tournament: salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com

BASEBALL/FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL CARDS, 1950-1970. Will pick up. Located in Victor. What I canít use I donate to kids: 585-313-4131.

UPRIGHT FREEZER in good working condition for church group community outreach: 585-447-8452

Baby PACK N PLAY or PORTA CRIB, plus a PLAY PEN: 585-670-0719. Send photo to dajude03@yahoo.com

ALUMINUM RAMPS and PLATFORMS for Boy Scout Pack 39. Toy Train Box car construction project: 585-233-6143

TONGUE and GROOVE PINE for refurbishing interior of train car for Scout Pack 39. Toy train project: 585-233-6143

DIRECTORIES – Rochester and Suburban from 1900s to present for handicap senior project: 585-500-2588

DOUBLE or TWO SINGLE BEDS for husband who has cancer: 585-201-3161

MICROWAVE for senior apartments. 585-226-9221

VINTAGE SPORTS CARDS, 1980s TOYS/GAMES and VINTAGE BOOKS! God Bless and Happy New Year: 585-729-1259

REGULATION-SIZED FOOTBALL, used, but in good condition: 585-599-3490

KITCHEN TABLE and CHAIRS, LIVING ROOM FURNITURE. For Family Promise of Ontario County: 585-820-0211

FLAT SCREEN TV, over 40”, for Elks Lodge information screen. For Charitable Fundraising. Non-Smart TV is fine: tmcnelly2058@gmail.com

COMIC BOOKS & SPORT/COLLECTIBLE CARDS. Avid collector will pick up what you don’t want. Call or text: 585-260-0437 God Bless/Thanks

Single or full-size MATTRESS and FRAME, gently used: nharrison95@gmail.com

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RAVES

Parking area negligence

It is deplorable how many public buildings do not take care of handicap parking spots. Last year I had to quit physical therapy because you could not safely get from the car to the building. Their response “the landlord is responsible for clearing the parking lot and sidewalks.” I quit. Ff they were concerned for anyones well-being, they would address it………or was that job security for them? The handicap spots at the local senior center are never clear. They should be bone dry. I realize they cannot plow or salt when there are cars in the spots, but they should instruct their drivers to clear and salt before the center opens or after it closes. It is just common sense.

Thank you Guardian Angel!

Thank you to the gentleman who was in Geneseo Noyes Urgent Care on Saturday, January 14th. I had arrived for an X-ray but there was no order on file from the doctor. The receptionist suggested I go through urgent care who would then write a script. I was worried about the cost of taking that approach. The gentleman was sitting in the waiting room and spoke up that he would pay for my urgent care visit. I was amazed someone would be willing to do that. In the meantime, they were able to get ahold of my doctor and get the script. Regardless, I won’t forget the kindness a stranger was willing to give to me.

Purple Pony

I would just like to say thank you to The Genesee Valley Penny Saver for printing the wonderful article on Purple Pony. I had no idea they even existed. Horses are truly amazing, and to help with special needs of all ages tells a lot about these magnificent animals. Thank you, Purple Pony!

Response to "garbage plate modification"

I suppose it's none of my business how one modifies a garbage plate. While the modification of adding fish sticks to a plate with hot dogs and all the fixings is nothing short of, in my personal opinion, disgusting, I am more disturbed that someone is eating this every single day. Perhaps slowly adding in other lunches like salads and low-fat sandwiches would be beneficial to this person. As a medical professional, I see far too many people with garbage plate-related maladies in the greater Rochester area.

Our Teachers:

• Work cooperatively within their classroom team to promote each child’s total development

• Interact with parents and support their role as their children’s primary teachers

• Develop lesson plans, assess children’s development, maintain accurate records and prepare reports utilizing program databases

We o er:

• Guaranteed Hours

• Vacation & Sick Time

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plan

We are looking for candidates who:

• Paid Planning Time

• Paid Professional Development Hours

• Paid Holidays

• Year-round & School Year Positions

• Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA), Teacher Assistant Certi cate, Associate’s Degree or higher in Education (or related eld) OR

• Are currently enrolled in one of the above programs (min. 9 credit hours completed)

• Have experience working with and caring for young children (Birth – 5 years old)

• Read and write commensurate with required duties (planning, newsletters, reports)

• Will pass NYS physical for daycare licensing requirements

• Can be cleared through NYS Central Register for Child Abuse, NYS Justice System and Department of Justice ngerprinting

• ARE YOU LOOKING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Submit resume and cover letter by Tuesday, February 7

hr@caoginc.org

By Fifi Rodriguez

1. MUSIC: Which band sang the theme song to TV’s “Friends”?

2. ANATOMY: What is the only bone in the human body that isn’t attached to another bone nearby?

3. LITERATURE: What is the setting for the “Anne of Green Gables” novel series?

4. TELEVISION: Who plays the lead role in the sitcom “Mr. Mayor”?

5. GEOGRAPHY: Where are the Spanish Steps located?

6. HISTORY: How long did the first man in space, Yuri Gagarin, orbit the planet?

7. AD SLOGANS: Which restaurant chain advises customers to “eat fresh”?

8. SCIENCE: What is the only form of energy that can be seen with the human eye?

9. ANIMAL KINGDOM: With which animal do humans share 98.8% of their DNA?

10. MOVIES: Which movie features the famous line, “I see dead people”?

© 2023 King Features Synd., Inc.

Answers

1. The Rembrandts (“I’ll Be There for You”).

2. The hyoid bone.

3. Prince Edward Island.

4. Ted Danson.

5. Rome, Italy.

6. 108 minutes.

7. Subway Restaurants.

8. Light.

9. Chimpanzee.

10. “The Sixth Sense” (1999).

Class A & Class B Drivers Wanted

Local and Transport. Dedicated runs available. Full or Part-time. Home Daily, Plus Benefits Also available-

Evening deliveries and milk pick up • 3-4 hours

Call 585-591-1624

CDL A DRIVER

• LOCAL •

Shelby Transportation is currently seeking motivated and dedicated team members who are responsible for local grain hauling and home every night.

• Potential for $60k plus

• Excellent benefits – health and dental insurance, matching 401(k), life insurance, wellness benefits.

• Requirements: Minimum 3 years driving experience. Good MVR, No DUI/DWI

• On farm/agricultural experience preferred Apply in person 4141 Bates Rd, Medina, NY, or email resume to jobs@wnyenergy.com.

Notice of Vacancy CLEANERS, FT Rate of Pay: $14.20/hour

Benefits include health insurance, sick time, vacation time and retirement. See www.alexandercsd.org

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume and Civil Service Application (www.co.genesee.ny.us) to:

Alexander Central School

3314 Buffalo St., Alexander, NY 14005

c/o Tina Clark

Alexander Central School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is no small task for today’s working parents. But such a goal is possible.

New Year...New Start…New Opportunity…New Job... New Team...New Friends…

New Installer/Welder/ Fabricators

New Employer Tenco Industries Lakeville, NY

To learn more about Tenco, visit the Tenco website: www.tenco.ca

To Apply: click NY, click Career

Chmielowiec

Painting, Inc.

Full Time PAINTER

Commercial/ Industrial Experience preferred but will train. Benefits available including paid holidays.

Starting Pay $20/hr

Send inquiries to:

Painting experience helpful but not necessary - will train the right individual. Work based in a commercial/industrial setting w/specific standards. Salary based on experience. Email resume to: CPI@rochester.rr.com or call (585) 343-4932

A strong professional network can help professionals advance their careers and help others looking to do the same.

CAFETERIA MONITOR

Part-Time Pay rate is $14.20/hr. See www.alexandercsd.org

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume and Civil Service Application (www.co.genesee.ny.us) to:

Alexander Central School

3314 Bu alo St., Alexander, NY 14005

Alexander Central School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NOW HIRING

For The Following Position!

Feed Mill Day or Night Shift Loader Operator

Mill Person needed. Experience with pay loaders and skid steers helpful but not necessary. Good pay and benefits.

Email: mark.notaro@baskinlivestock.com or fax 585-344-4868

MACHINE OPERATORS FOREMAN HIRING for 2nd SHIFT

Substitute Teacher Aides and Cleaners

Rate of Pay: $14.20/hr See www.alexandercsd.org

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume and Civil Service Application (www.co.genesee.ny.us) to:

Alexander Central School

3314 Buffalo St., Alexander, NY 14005

c/o Tina Clark

Alexander Central School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Join a local, family-owned company and become part of our team in a friendly, fast-paced environment!

• Full-Time Die Casters: 2nd Shift from 2:30pm-11:00pm, Monday through Friday.

– Pay: Starting at $16.00/hour with the potential to increase pending performance.

– Experience: 1 Year (preferred) working in manufacturing. We will train.

• Foreman: 2nd Shift from 3:00pm-11:30pm, Monday through Friday.

– Pay commensurate with experience in manufacturing.

• Benefits: include Medical, Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays. Walk-in applicants are welcome Monday-Friday, from 8:00am-3:00pm. Pinnacle is part of The Harvester Center and the office is located in a separate building behind 26 Harvester Avenue.

DID YOU KNOW?

Retirement can seem like it will never come for young professionals. But time can be a sieve,andretirementagecanarrive in the blink of an eye. Young adults who have not planned accordingly for retirement can find themselves in financial straits at a point in their lives when they want to kick back and enjoy themselves. Financial experts advise that financially solvent people should begin saving aggressively for their retirements early on. Ideally people should start saving in their 20s when they first leave school and begin their careers. The sooner one saves, the more time money has to grow. Vanguard says that the person who saves $4,500 per year over a career spanning 45 years can reach a goal of having more than $1 million in savings by the time he or she retires. Compounding interest and investment matches from employers can further secure professionals’ financial futures.

Openings

Information Technology Director (Full-time, 12-month position)

Technology Support Assistant (Full-time, 12-month position)

ELL Teacher (1.0 FTE)

General Education Teacher – Grade 6 (1.0 FTE)

Additional Positions - Substitutes: Teachers (Certi ed and Uncerti ed)

RNs & LPNs

All interviews begin upon receipt of application. Application and information available: www.yorkcsd.org

Send cover letter, resume, and application to: York Central School

Att: Heidi Newcomb, District O ce

P.O. Box 102 • 2578 Genesee Street • Retsof, NY 14539

NOTICE OF VACANCY Senior Human Resources Assistant

Quali cations:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business administration, Public Administration or related eld AND two years of full-time paid experience performing human resources work OR Associate’s degree AND four years of full-time paid experience performing human resources work OR HS Diploma AND six years of full-time paid experience performing human resources work

Location: Attica CSD and Warsaw CSD

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: $45,000-$50,000 Visit our website at www.gvboces.org

Reply by February 21, 2023 with reference to Vacancy 23-100 with letter of interest and resume to hr@gvboces.org or mail to:

Human Resources

Genesee Valley BOCES 80 Munson Street LeRoy, NY 14482

Parts Counter Personnel

Provide professional and knowledgeable service to customers who are seeking assistance in the purchase of equipment parts and store merchandise.

Job Responsibilities:

• Read catalogs or computer displays in order to determine replacement part stock numbers and prices

• Determine replacement parts required, according to inspections of old parts, customer requests, or customer’s description of malfunction

• Advise customers on substitution or modi cation of parts when identical replacements are not available

• Discuss use and features of various parts and accessories

• Receive and ll telephone orders for parts

• Fill customer orders from stock

• Prepare sales invoices

• Receive payment or obtain credit authorization

• Examine returned parts for defects and exchange defective parts or refund money

$16-$20 per hour based on experience. Healthcare, retirement, paid time o , employee discounts. Email resume to alexanderequip@gmail.com, or apply online at: https://www.alexander-equipment.com/about/careers/ employee-application

Baseball UMPIRES Wanted

Genesee, Orleans, Livingston & Wyoming Counties

Area High Schools and Youth Games.

First MTG date is Feb. 7th from 7-9pm at Pavilion First Baptist Church. Email: membership@gvua.com or 622-0460 • www.gvua.com

Notice of Vacancy CUSTODIAN, FT Rate of Pay: $14.34/hour

Benefits include health insurance, sick time, vacation time and retirement.

See www.alexandercsd.org

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume and Civil Service Application (www.co.genesee.ny.us) to:

Alexander Central School

3314 Buffalo St., Alexander, NY 14005

c/o Tina Clark

Alexander Central School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

WAYS TO INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY AT WORK

Write things down. A to-do list floating around in your head can become overwhelming.Thephysicaltaskofwritingthingsdownandcrossingitems off the list one-by-one can help you sail through tasks effectively. If you’re a mobile person, jot the list down on the notes function of a smartphone or use a task app that syncs with calendar functions.

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Part Time Executive Director of an Award Winning Non-Profit Batavia Dance Program. Duties to include Administration of Program, Hiring of Instructors, Fundraising and Teaching 5 Classes Per Week. Grant Writing Skills and Theater Choreography a Plus. Dance Studio is a Brand New Studio with First Class Accommodations and Equipment.

Competitive Stipend to be Paid Based on Experience

Please Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Main St. 56 Theater

Post Office Box 256, Batavia, NY 14021-0256

Attention:

Dance Company

Executive Director

JOBS FOR STUDENTS

PROFICIENT IN MATH

Math is an important subject and school and proficiency in arithmetic serves people well when it comes time to leave the classroom and enter the workforce. As demand for workers proficient in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics continues to grow, students can benefit by working as hard as possible when studying such subjects.

People with strong math skills who thrive on data and crunching numbers may find a diverse array of jobs available to them when they are ready to enter the workforce, providing an entryway into a lucrative and stable career.

Pellegrino

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