Canandaigua-Naples- Genesee Valley Penny Saver- 11-15-24
Gift Auctions Can Successfully Raise Funds
Gift auctions are a fun way to raise money for good causes. Organizing a gift auction requires a team of dedicated volunteers.
* Enlist a team of gift-wrappers. Presentation may determine bids and increase those bids. Ask for donations of baskets and wrapping materials, such as ribbon and cellophane. Each prize can be wrapped in ways to entice bidders to bid high and bid often.
Heavy Equipment/Trailers
Lawn Equipment/Vehicles
Guns/Ammunition/Fishing
Antiques/Collectibles
Jewelry/Coins
We also do All Forms of On-Site Auctions @ your location. In person or online!
Real Estate Tools & More!! In !!
Selling at public auction numerous quilts, tops, wall hangings, fabrics of all colors and patterns, many different cra items, handmade furniture and many holiday type items. ere is plenty of parking and seating with heat under cover as well as a concession stand. Consignments will be accepted Friday, November 22nd, from 8am to 1pm and the morning of the auction from 7:45am to 9am. We hope to see you for a fun day to kick off your Christmas shopping!
To consign or more info, please contact: FLPA Office (315) 531-8446 or Nelson Hoover (315) 536-8530 or Arnold/Alta Martin (607) 243-8941
COUNTRY CHRISTMAS
Winterize Your Car (Family Features)
To avoid car troubles, schedule a tune-up a few weeks prior to your trip and be sure to get regular oil changes. If you want to do some basic maintenance yourself, here’s what Consumer Reports recommends you do:
Maintain visibility.
If your car’s wipers leave streaks of water behind, or if the rubber on the wiper blade shows signs of stiffness or cracking, get a new set of wipers. Don’t use the wipers to remove ice from the windshield - keep an ice scraper on hand. If it’s going to snow the next day and your vehicle is parked outside, put the wipers into the raised position to keep them from freezing to the windshield.
Use the right oil.
Engine oil will thicken when it’s cold, making it harder on the engine. Always check the owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s recommendation, but generally speaking, you should use a multi-viscosity oil that has a W as part of the viscosity index. This means it’s formulated for winter use.
Check other vital fluids.
This includes fluids for the engine, coolant, transmission, brakes, power steering and windshield washers.
Maintain hoses and belts.
You can check hoses on a cool engine by pinching them. There should be no soft spots or bulging areas. Feel for lengthwise cracks in the inner liner of the hoses. Check all belts for worn spots, cracks or shredding fabric reinforcement.
Prep the battery.
For maintenance-free batteries, check the window on top to see if it’s fully charged. If it’s not, have it professionally tested. For conventional batteries, remove the plastic caps on top of the battery and check the fluid level. If it’s low, add distilled water. Make sure battery cables are securely attached to the terminals. If your battery is more than five years old, consider replacing it.
Check the brakes.
If your car pulls to one side when you brake, or if you hear any grinding noises or feel unusual vibrations when you apply the brakes, take the vehicle to a mechanic.
Make sure you have appropriate tires.
Partially worn tires reduce your ability to stop or get going in snowy driving conditions. Winter tires have tread patterns and compounds that are specifically designed to grip snow and ice for good traction on slippery roads.
Pack an emergency kit.
It should include a flashlight, flares or reflective triangle, a distress sign, first aid supplies, basic tools, blankets, water, and a fully charged cell phone. If you have roadside assistance, store the number in a handy location.
SHOPPING LOCALLY
earned money. Your local merchant is working just as hard to earn your money. And when you choose to not support your local merchant and shop outside your community or county, you’ve robbed yourself of the benefits of your money staying where you live.
THINK LOCAL, especially at this gi ing time of year. Make it a Merry Christmas for all of us because, ‘it matters!’
businesses was more important than getting the best deals. That may be due to the feeling of helping out a fellow neighbor.
Create job opportunities
Shopping at small businesses keeps those establishments afloat, along with their employees. Small businesses are the largest employers in the United States. That’s also true in Canada, where 68.8 percent of the total labor force works for a small business. A person may never know when he or she - or a relative - will need a job. Keeping small businesses viable provides a strong job market for locals.
Keep more money in the community
The Small Business Administration says $48 out of every $100 spent at a small business stays in the community. Spend the same $100 at a national retailer and only $14 stays.
Enjoy a more local flavor
National retailers and other businesses follow a global business model that may not allow for much customization, but small businesses can provide products or services that relate directly to the needs of the communities they serve. These same small businesses may also be more inclined to work with local vendors and start-ups than national companies that have global supply chains.
Penny Saver
Xena’s
momma was a stray. She had such a personality we decided to keep her. She’s still a character five years later and is quite the princess in our house.
Send us a photo and a write-up to be featured. Submit online at gvpennysaver.com - Share With Us. Or, mail to: PO Box 340, Avon, NY 14414. Published at discretion of GVPS.
HOUSEBREAKING PUPPIES
Some pups may be hesitant to go outside when the weather is cold, rainy or snowy, so people who live in cold climates may want to wait until the weather warms up to adopt their puppies.
PAW’S CORNER
STARTING A PET SITTING BUSINESS
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’m 16 and love pets -- I have a dog, cat and an iguana already -- and I want to start my own pet sitting business. What is the best way to start? How do I get customers? Do I need a license or something? -- Jeannie H., Pittsburgh
DEAR JEANNIE: Pet sitting can be a great business to get into. Every pet owner needs someone to watch their pet from time to time: long workdays, vacations, illness and so on. However, it’s a business that carries a lot of responsibility. Being reliable is very important and is essential to building your reputation as a sitter that pet owners can trust. I recommend a trial period first, with a couple of neighbors or your parents’ friends. is will give you an idea of what the job entails, how long it takes to care for each pet, and can open your eyes to opportunities. For example, a neighbor who works from home may not need a sitter, but their dog could use an extra walk in the a ernoon.
At the same time, study up on the requirements for running a business. Entrepreneurship courses are o en available for free through your local library or at the Small Business Association (where you can also find a business mentor).
Most states don’t have a licensing requirement for pet sitters, but you can get a certification through Pet Sitters International (petsit.com), or the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (petsitters.org). ese organizations offer a wealth of information -- including how to find clients.
Send us a photo! and a brief write-up of your pet and we’ll feature it!
Submit at: gvpennysaver.com under Share With Us or mail to: P.O. Box 340, Avon, NY 14414. Pets will be published at discretion of GVPS.
Most of all, have fun! You’re getting into this business because you love pets, and that will be a big factor in your success.
Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.
Why take a hike?
Forstarters,there’smorethan60,000 miles of trails across the nation. Not to mention, hiking is great exercise. Plus,beingintheoutdoorsallowsyou to get away from your phone and appreciate nature’s beauty and wonder.
The kids have lost their compass
Help them get to their camp. Use the cardinal points to find the shortest route.
One of the first, major manicured hiking trails is created to lead up Mt. Washington in New Hampshire.
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Blood Pressure Spikes Could Denote Labile Hypertension
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 85 years old and in good health for my age. I am an active nonsmoker, eat healthy, practice tai chi, and enjoy having many friends. I have no reason to experience extreme anxiety. Yet, for months, I’ve had unexplained blood pressure spikes.
The highest I had was 243/127 mm Hg, and this is when I called local EMTs who took me to the emergency room. I was given meds to lower my blood pressure, two electrocardigorams, and an X-ray. I was discharged after three hours and was told that my heart seemed fine.
I am now taking losartan and propranolol. I tried triamterene after consulting with a cardiologist, but I couldn’t tolerate the side effects. I occasionally use lorazepam.
Today a blood pressure reading showed 197/100 mm Hg. Just the thought of checking my blood pressure spikes the reading. How long can I go on with these blood pressure levels? Can these readings be normal for some people? - S.O.
ANSWER: No, these readings are not normal. Since you s ay that your blood pressure “spikes,” I think you mean that most of the time, your blood pressure is normal.
The biggest concern is a condition where the body intermittently secretes substances that raise the blood pressure. This may be caused by a tumor called a pheochromocytoma. They are exceedingly rare but must be looked for in a case like yours, with sudden and dramatic spikes in your blood pressure. Your regular doctor or cardiologist will know how to look for a pheochromocytoma.
If you have a spike, a blood test will be dramatically elevated for epinephrine and norepinephrine. But if your blood pressure is normal at the time of the visit, a 24-hour urine test is done.
There are other rare causes, including blockages in the arteries to the kidneys and certain drug use, such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (very rarely used for depression) in combination with some foods. Cocaine use is another cause in a person on a beta blocker, like the propranolol you are on.
Even more likely is a condition called labile hypertension, where emotional stress leads to an increase in blood pressure levels. This is more likely for you because of the last thing you said: Just the thought of checking your blood pressure may cause it to spike.
Managing labile hypertension should be done by an expert. There are experts in hypertension who know how to manage very unusual cases of hypertension, whether they’re generalists, nephrologists or cardiologists. Your doctor may have already considered this diagnosis because lorazepam is often used for spikes, sometimes in combination with short-acting blood pressure medicines, like labetalol or clonidine.
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Here’s A Tip
BYLINE: By JoAnn Derson
* “I have added an additional shower curtain bar in my tub. I hang up my towels and washcloths there to air dry, and they are out of sight behind the shower curtain. It’s very convenient.” -- A reader
* “I have small candy dishes out in my home, and I like to keep them filled with goodies throughout the year, but now, when I have little children over, I put them up high and let parents know that they and the children are welcome to have as much as they like. e parents appreciate this, as the children sometimes like to overindulge.” -- D.A. in Rhode Island
* Unexpected company on the way? row clutter in a laundry basket and stash. Clear the sink of dirty dishes; take out the garbage; clean the faucets, sink and mirror in the bathroom most likely to be used; and, finally, sweep or vacuum the floors. is should not take long, but these moves will maximize the feeling of cleanliness in your house.
Hocus Focus
BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
Two bins of BEANIE BABIES, PRECIOUS MOMENTS. West Henrietta. 585-576-3185
GRANDMOTHER CLOCK to work on. WINE CORKS for crafters. Penfield. 585-381-8224
KIRBY VACUUM CLEANER, many attachments. 10” long HAMMER DRILL BIT with SDS shank. Caledonia. 585-370-0592
Large amount of MEDICAL SUPPLIES - dressing, tape, cotton balls, bandages, and RAGS. 585-233-6073
Mehlin & Sons SPINET PIANO w/bench. Pick up, Honeoye Falls. 585-314-2192
Gently used VERA BRADLEY WALLET (blue, purple, & black pattern). Pick up only. Text Janice 585-752-5809
TABLE SAW and TABLE EXTENSION, MEDICINE CABINET, BATHROOM SINK w/CABINET, and FIREWOOD. West Bloomfield. 607-382-8350
WEIGHT BENCH. Like new. Victor. marmobvett@aol.com
30 clean EGG CARTONS. Webster. jgouse@aol.com
GREETING CARDS, NOTE CARDS and CHRISTMAS CARDS. 585-388-0318
2-1/2 boxes of 12” FLOOR TILE (tan color), NATURAL GAS HEATER, wall mount and a COUNTERTOP MICROWAVE. Canandaigua. 585-394-8189
Troy-Bilt 10 hp CHIPPER/SHREDDER and Bolens PUSH MOWER. Both work fine but require minor repairs. Penfield. 585- 613-6548
CANDLES: Numerous new candles. Various shapes, sizes and colors. White, floral floating candles. 12 decorative, glass votive holders. Fairport phermann2@rochester.rr.com
STADIUM SEATS: two folding stadium seats. Make bleacher seating comfortable! Pick up in Fairport. phermann@2rochester.rr.com
BEIGE SOFA and LOVESEAT, both with reclining sections. Upholstery in great shape. You pick up, Avon. Text only. 585-519-7369
Dark wood DOUBLE BED, two DRESSERS and MIRROR. Two NIGHTSTANDS (do not match). Hemlock. 585-704-2786
SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINES - Lifetime collection. North Rose. 315-587-9811
BARITONE SAX. 585-402-5379
ASPHALT SHINGLE CUTOFFS, 13” x 13” or larger. 585-733-1090
Fold-up type TREADMILL in good working condition. 585-624-5709
Working ROWING MACHINE. 585-330-5905
Old LICENSE PLATES, old tin or porcelain ADVERTISING SIGNS. Call or text Matt 315-576-1278
FIELDSTONE/SMALL BOULDERS and/or CLEAN FILL DIRT. Springwater. 585-481-0897
WOODEN DINING ROOM TABLE - sturdy and strong. 585-381-6546
COAT TREE, BOARD GAMES, small IGLOO DOGHOUSE, small/medium DOG CRATE, PET/BABY GATE, two 2-drawer FILE CABINETS, small BOOKCASE (4’ W). 585-507-8788
TALL DRESSER (blond wood), small APPLIANCES, CD PLAYER, TV, INDOOR TV ANTENNA, FILE CABINET w/keys, SECRETARIAL DESK, COMFORTERS, PLANTS. 585-424-0732
BOOKS WRITTEN BY NICHOLAS SPARKS. 585-659-8565
HP PRINTER INK CARTRIDGES #60 and #61 new or expired okay. 585-519-3325
CLEAN-”ISH” FILL wanted. 585-813-8389
HUBCAP for a 2003 Buick LeSabre. 585-671-3822
TOY BOX. 585-410-4672
Any CAT FOOD (wet or dry) or canned TUNA FISH. Text 585-298-8581
VINTAGE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS. Will also use vintage bulbs. The large colorful ones from back in the ‘50s. 315-559-1406
CANON AE1 PROGRAM 35MM CAMERA with zoom lens or similar. 585-733-4085
OLD BUTTONS and OLD WOODEN SPOOLS OF THREAD. 585-872-6688
DOG FOOD, CAT FOOD, CAT LITTER, TIMOTHY HAY. holdfort@rochester.rr.com
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Improving traction around the house also can minimize falls. Throw rugs and runners can be made more secure with nonslip rubber backings. Bath rugs can reduceslippingonwetsurfacesin the bathroom. Also, nonslip mats can be used inside of showers and bathtubs.
Use shoe trays to reduce puddling from melting snow or rain runoff in entryways. Mop up spills quickly, and consider the use of matteor textured-finished flooring to improve stability underfoot. Promptly remove snow and ice from driveways and walkways. For those who live in cold climates, heated concrete can help melt precipitation before it accumulates.
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STRANGE BUT TRUE
By Lucie Winborne
* One person in 20 has an extra rib, and they are most often men.
* Fearing that someone would murder him in the recreation yard at Alcatraz prison, gangster Al Capone received permission to spend rec time practicing his banjo in the shower room.
* Female cats are mostly right-pawed, while male cats are more frequently leftpawed.
* A centuries-old Japanese tradition holds that if a sumo wrestler can make your baby cry, the baby will live a healthy life! During a special ceremony, parents hand their infants to wrestlers who not only bounce the babies up and down but sometimes even roar in their faces to start the waterworks. As one mom, Mae Shige, remarked of her son at a 2014 event: “He’s not a baby that cries much, but today he cried a lot for us and we are very happy about it.”
Ahiddenfireburnsperpetuallyupon the hearth of the world.... In autumn this great conflagration becomes especially manifest. Then the flame that is slowly and mysteriously consuming every green thing bursts into vivid radiance. Every blade of grass and every leaf in the woodlands is cast into the great oven of Nature; and the bright colours of their fading are literally the flames of their consuming. The golden harvest-fields are glowing in the heart of the furnace.... By this autumn fire God every year purges the floor of nature. All effete substances that have served their purposeintheoldformareburntup. Everywhere God makes sweet and clean the earth with fire.
~Hugh Macmillan
Upgrade walkways. Though it’s more expensive than adding planters and planting perennials, upgrading old and cracked walkways is a great way to give a property a whole new look. According to the renovation experts at HomeAdvisor, homeowners typically pay between $6 and $12 per square foot for new concrete walkway installation. Homeowners working on a budget can target spots where walkways have already cracked and fix those areas first before continuing the project piecemeal until all the old walkways have been replaced.
From planting to pruning to raking and beyond, we have all of your fall lawn care needs covered. • Pruning &
Chinch bugs: The experts at BobVila.com report that chinch bugs are not necessarily problematic when their populations are limited to around 10 to 15 bugs per square foot of lawn. In such instances, chinch bug populations are generally
Dimensions: Both the renovation experts at This Old House and the real estate experts at UpNest indicate that at least half of a finished attic must be a minimum of seven feet high and seven feet wide and 70 square feet. Requirements may differ depending on where homeowners live, but that 7-7-70 guideline is generally the minimum requirement. An attic that fails to meet such requirements won’t necessarily be a lost cause, but it might be costly to make adjustments that ultimately align with local codes.
Allens Hill Free Library 3818 County Road 40 Bloomfield • 585-229-5636 allenshilllibrarydirector@owwl.org owwl.org/library/allenshill
89 S. Main St., Manchester Hours: Sun. & Mon. Closed; Tues. & Wed. 11am-8pm; Th. & Fri. 10am-5pm; Sat. 10am-2pm
Wood Library
134 North Main St., Canandaigua 585-394-1381, woodlibrary@owwl.org www.woodlibrary.org
Hours: Mon. to Thurs. 9am-9pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm
NOW HERE’S A TIP
DIY Hand Pampering: Mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/5 cup milk, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup honey. Soak hands in mixture for 2 minutes, then rinse and dry hands.
Sweet sentiments: Use old Scrabble® letter tiles to form a favorite holiday phrase, like “Joy to the World.” Glue the tiles togetherandhangfromthetreeon apieceofribbon.
Just as a painter needs light in order to put the finishing touches to his picture, so I need an inner light, which I feel I never have enough of in the autumn.
~Leo Tolstoy, to Nikolay Strakhov
MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel
NAPLES
EndoftheRoad:ATributeto The Band“IntheSpiritof” The LastWaltzatBristolValleyTheater: JoinusonNovember16thfor“End oftheRoad”,anelectrifyingtribute toTheBandthatchannelsthespirit ofTheLastWaltz.Don’tmissthis chancetorelivethemagicand honorthemusicthatdefineda generation.Secureyourtickets nowforanunforgettablenightof musicalbrilliance!HeldNovember 16,7pm,BristolValleyTheater,151 SMainSt.,Naples.Ticketsareonly $20andcanbepurchasedatthe door,bycalling(585)374-9032,or visitingtheBristolValleyTheater websiteatwww.bvtnaples.org.
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* On Nov. 18, 1883, American and Canadian railroads begin using four continental time zones to end the confusion of dealing with thousands of local times. Most Americans and Canadians quickly embraced their new time zones, however, it was not until 1918 that Congress officially adopted the railroad time zones.
MAKE THE HOLIDAY SEASON MORE ECO-FRIENDLY
Create an eco-friendly party theme. Many holiday parties have themes. For example, “ugly sweater parties” have become so popular that many clothing manufacturers now intentionally produce colorful sweaters that might otherwise draw the ire of fashionistas. Hosts planning to throw an ugly sweater party can easily transform such festivities into something more eco-friendly by encouraging guests to purchase their sweaters from thrift stores. A Christmas tree planting party is another eco-friendly party theme that can benefit the planet and revitalize local forests at a time of year when they might be depleted due to the demand for natural Christmas trees.
THANK YOU
3 Legged Pig
ALandscape & Design
AR Beauty Bar
Briggs Tire
Canadice Lake Outfitters
Clemenza's Pizza
Commercial Automotive
FROM THE LEGION AUXILIARY for all the donations that made our Penny Social a huge success!
Leisure's Restaurant
Lisa Marie's Hair Salon
Livonia Wine & Spirits
Maria's Hair Emporium
Minnehan's NAPA Lakeville
OSB Cider Works
Creative Design by Kathy & Amy
Dan's Place
Deer Run Winery
Ember Wood Fire Grill
Genesee Lumber
Hair Saloon
J&A Farm Market
Julie's Florist Lake Life Accessories
Lakeville Liquor
Pizza Paul's
Simply Positive
Solitude Brewing
Tee & Gee Bar & Grill
T Gray Automotive
TJMaxx
Wag & Wash
Wegmans
Wester's Country Store
West's Shurfine
Harrison - Lee Post # 283 in Livonia Center is always looking for new members. If you or a family member are a Veteran, feel free to stop in and join!
Magic Maze COLORADO’S TALLEST MOUNTAINS
Each mumbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
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All real estate advertised in the Genesee Valley Penny Saver is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.
We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.
Fair Housing Enforcement Project Monroe County Legal Assistance Center 1 W. Main Street
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EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
In autumn, don’t go to jewelers to see gold; go to the parks!
~Mehmet Murat ildan
Canandaigua Treaty and the George Washington Belt
BY SUZIE WELLS
November 11th marked a profound historical milestone: the 230th anniversary of the Canandaigua Treaty. Signed in 1794, this treaty between the Hodinöhsö:ni’ (anglicized to Haudenosaunee, of the Iroquois Confederacy) and the United States government still endures as a powerful symbol of “peace and friendship” between the two nations. Each year, Haudenosaunee representatives and U.S. officials come together to honor this enduring agreement – a testament to the living, breathing history of Native American sovereignty and heritage, especially poignant during American Indian Heritage Month.
e Canandaigua Treaty, sometimes referred to as the “Pickering Treaty,” was signed in the a ermath of the American Revolution to establish and sustain peace between the United States and the Six Nations of the Iroquois Confederacy: the Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Mohawk, and Tuscarora. Cra ed under the direction of President George Washington and signed by his official agent, Colonel Timothy Pickering, the treaty recognized the sovereignty of the Haudenosaunee Nations, affirming their right to govern their own lands and maintain their cultural practices.
At the 230th commemoration this past Monday, attendees honored this historic peace accord by following a time-honored tradition: a procession from Canandaigua Elementary School to the Ontario County Courthouse on North Main Street, culminating in a formal ceremony at a memorial rock outside the courthouse. is annual gathering serves as a moment to polish the chain of peace and friendship, echoing the language of the original wampum belts symbolizing the treaty.
Among these belts is the renowned Great Chain, Covenant, or George Washington Belt (several names for the same wampum belt), cra ed at the treaty’s inception. is six-foot-long wampum belt features figures representing both nations. irteen linked human figures symbolize the new United States, while the remaining icons “two figures and a longhouse” represent the Haudenosaunee, the Keepers of the Eastern Door, the Mohawk, and the Keepers of the Western Door, the Seneca. e figures are bound together in a “chain of friendship,” signifying the intended unity between these sovereign nations. is symbolic representation continues to hold relevance, with both sides returning annually to renew their commitment.
Ganondagan State Historic Site in nearby Victor, plays a vital role inkeepingHaudenosauneeculturealiveandaccessible.Establishedin 1987, Ganondagan is New York’s only historic site dedicated to Native Americans and is recognized as a National Historic Landmark. e site, which includes a fully reconstructed Seneca Bark Longhouse, offers visitors a glimpse into the life of the Haudenosaunee people in the 1600s. Erected in 1998 and open to the public between May and October each year, the longhouse is furnished with traditional Seneca artifacts and trade items, providing an immersive experience
that brings to life the Haudenosaunee values of family, community, and self-sufficiency.
As Ganondagan’s founding Historic Site Manager G. Peter Jemison (Heron Clan, Seneca) explains, “Our goal is to tell the world that we are not a people in the past tense. We live today. We have adapted to the modern world, but we still maintain our language, ceremonies, land base, government, lineages, and culture. When you’re a native person, your story is o en told by other people. Here, we tell our own story.”
roughout November, Ganondagan’s staff and community partners organize programs celebrating Haudenosaunee culture and contributions. At the Haudenosaunee Heritage Celebration Day at the Memorial Art Gallery November 10th, attendees enjoyed Haudenosaunee social dances with the Allegany River Seneca Dancers, led by Bill Crouse (Seneca, Hawk Clan), storytelling by Ronnie Reitter (Seneca, Wolf Clan), Wampum belt display tables, history,hoopdanceparticipatorydemos,samplingofHaudenosaunee music and instruments, and corn husk doll-making workshops.
On November 16th, Onondaga storyteller Perry Ground (Turtle Clan) presents the family-friendly presentation, “Re- inking anksgiving: A Native American Perspective on an American Holiday,” bringing historical clarity to an o -misunderstood holiday. He will shed light on the English settlers at Plymouth and their relationship and interactions with the Wampanoag people of the area, highlighting how the story became the holiday we know today.
e Canandaigua Treaty commemoration and other events this month and year-round showcase the resilience and richness of Haudenosaunee culture. e treaty remains unbroken, a profound marker of peace between the United States and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.
is November, as we reflect on Native American heritage, we recognize that these traditions, stories, and sovereignties are not relics of history but vibrant elements of the present.
For more information, visit www.ganondagan.org/canandaigua-treaty
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Christmas Spirit
Is it just me, or did Christmas decorating start early this year? It feels like the lights went up even before the last leaf hit the ground, but I'm all good with it. There's something so happy about the Christmas lights on the houses, the 'Tis the Season section in the paper, and seeing all the hometown events being scheduled. It might be early, but I can’t help but smile when I see our little
Red Creek Rheumatology
After I had a fall at Red Creek Rheumatology on Monday, November 4, the doctor and nurses took immediate care of my injury. The care provided a quick recovery. It was appreciated.
Political Signs
Now that Election Day has passed, can people please remove their signs? There’s still too much political hate and some can’t control themselves. It’s time to move on.
Pepper Spray for unleashed dogs?
I live in [local county] and have horses, dogs and cats. Most people are considerate and follow the rules when using the public parks. Last week when riding, a loose dog lunged up, biting me and then biting at my horse. The situation was chaotic as the dog owner rushed at my horse while yelling (at their dog) who was nipping/barking at the horse. Off leash dogs do not need to be the problem they are. Follow the rules. Leash your dog. It’s that simple.
HOMETOWN PHOTOS
EXPLORE HOSPICE OPTIONS FOR END-OF-LIFE CARE
Hospice care often begins when the individual receiving care and his or her family members feel the end of life may be near.According to Relias, a healthcare advisory organization, most patients enter hospice during the last six months of life. Care providers are interdisciplinary.Doctors,nurses,social service providers,bereavement therapists, dietitians, spiritual counselors, and physical or occupational therapists may be included in hospice treatment.
Jerry P. Curran
November 10, 2024
Honeoye: at age 81, Jerry passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, November 10, 2024, watching his favorite football team, the Buffalo Bills along with Jameson Irish Whiskey on his lips, and talking about deer hunting, thanks Lee.
Jerry was born on January 24, 1943 in Shinglehouse, PA at his great uncle’s two bed hospital. Predeceased by his parents, Robert and Nancy (Richards) Curran, his wife, Bonnie (Williams) Curran, and sister, Nora Pritchett. Survived by his daughters, Elizabeth (George) Pifer, Kerry Romanyshyn and Amber Curran; grandchildren, Chris Curran, Chase Romanyshyn and Callea (Ted) Teumer; great-grandchildren, Anna, Amelia, and Sophia Curran, Marceline, Basil and Annemarie Teumer, along with nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and very caring neighbors and friends.
Jerry enjoyed riding motorcycles, wood working, wine making, camping at Bloomster Hollow in PA and making a canoe and hunting with his best friend and daughter, Amber. His favorite memories were football and shop at his school CLASS of 1961 in Smethport, PA. GO HUBBERS!
At Jerry’s request there will be no prior calling. e family will have an Irish Wake at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Richmond Fire Department Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471 or Ontario/Yates Hospice Program, 756 Pre Emption Road, Geneva, NY 14456.
To send a condolence and for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
DID YOU KNOW?
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, people with a parent or sibling with Alzheimer’s disease are morelikelytodevelopthediseasethan those who do not have a first-degree relative with Alzheimer’s. In addition, those who have more than one firstdegree relative with Alzheimer’s are at an even greater risk of getting Alzheimer’s. Though family history is not necessary for an individual to develop Alzheimer’s,the AA notes that researchers have identified hereditary Alzheimer’s genes. For example, researchers estimate that between 40 and 65 percent of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s have the APOE-e4 gene. APOE-e4 is characterized as a risk gene because it increases the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s but does not guarantee it will happen. The gene is inherited from a parent, and people who inherit two copies of APOE-e4 from their mother and father have a higher risk forAlzheimer’s than those who inherit one copy of the gene from their mother or father. The AA also notes that researchers have found deterministic genes that cause Alzheimer’s. However, these genes are rare and have only been found in a few hundred families across the globe,accounting for 1 percent or less of all Alzheimer’s cases.
TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES
If you own a small business, keep business cards, flyers or a sign advertising another small business in the area to show mutual support.
Puzzle Answers This Week
GET A HANDLE ON WORK-RELATED STRESS
Embrace relaxation methods. The APA recommends professionals coping with workplace stress embrace techniques that can effectively alleviate stress. Such techniquesincludemeditationand deep-breathingexercisesandcan help workers develop their ability to focus purposefully on a single activity. That improved focus may help workers better navigate hectic working environments without succumbing to the stress such environments can produce.
By Fifi Rodriguez
1. MOVIES: In the movie “The Shawshank Redemption,” what is Andy Dufresne’s occupation before he was imprisoned?
2. LITERATURE: Which of Shakespeare’s plays features the characters of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern?
3. TELEVISION: Which 2000s TV drama starred a character named Jack Bauer?
4. U.S. PRESIDENTS: What was First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy’s maiden name?
5. HISTORY: Which dynasty built the Forbidden City in China?
6. MYTHOLOGY: What is the name of the mythical creature who is half man and half horse?
7. CHEMISTRY: What is aqua regia?
8. GEOGRAPHY: Where was the ancient region of Mesopotamia mostly located?
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Use your network. The notion that “it’s not what you know, but who you know” has some truth to it. Successful jobseekers continually expand their professional contacts. This is achievedbygoingtoinformational interviews, attending trade association meetings and reviewing trade publications. Target people who work at the companies where you see yourself,soyoucangettheinside trackaboutjobopenings.
Apply online, then come in and interview with one of our departments for this winter season.
According to the VA, Veterans Day falls on 11/11 to recognize the end of “the war to end all wars” WWII fighting between the Allied nations and Germany ceased on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, and has been observed since 1919. How do you observe the holiday?
- Community service to honor and thank veterans
- Public ceremonies and official duties
- Read / reflect on history
- Connect with veterans in my life
- All of the above
- None of the above
Poll ends 11-19-2024
Poll ended 11-12-2024
According to Food Institute, industry experts suggest the pumpkin spice “flavor profile is so popular because it evokes and capitalizes upon positive feelings associated with the fall season.” How do you feel about pumpkin spice flavored products?
28.6% Love them – I try everything pumpkin spice!
38.1% Like them – I enjoy a few items each season
23.8% Indifferent – I don't mind them, but I don’t seek them out
4.8% Dislike them
4.8% Strongly dislike
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STRANGE BUT TRUE
By Lucie Winborne
* Although lesser known today, the temperance novel “Franklin Evans; or, The Inebriate: A Tale of the Times” was one of Walt Whitman’s most commercially successful works. The great American poet wrote this novel at the start of his career, strictly for cash. Interestingly, considering the book’s subject matter, he later admitted that he wrote it in a three-day drunken stupor.
FLACRA is growing and adding positions!
Walk-in/Open Interviews!
Wednesdays, 10am-2pm in the Human Resources Office
440 Professional Park, Cli on Springs, NY 14432
We have immediate openings for:
• Registered Nurses
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• Counselors • Peer Advocates
• Behavioral Health Technicians
• Cleaners and more!
Learn more about our agency and how you can help us to save lives. Competitive Pay Career Development Educational Opportunities
For additional information applicants may contact FLACRA Human Resources at 315-462-9116 or email resume@flacra.org
TOWN OF SOUTH BRISTOL RESIDENTS
Please take Notice: e Town of South Bristol is looking for 1 Candidate for the PLANNING BOARD and 3 Candidates for the
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Planning Board members meet monthly and are very involved in Town processes. Zoning Board of Appeals meet as needed. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE TOWN CLERK 585-374-6341
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