Canandaigua - Genesee Valley Penny Saver 12-23-2022

BY CLEMENT CLARKE MOORE

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; e stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; e children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads; And mamma in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap, Had just settled our brains for a long winter's nap, When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from my bed to see what was the matter. Away to the window I ew like a ash, Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash. e moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below, When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. More rapid than eagles his coursers they came, And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name: "Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now Prancer and Vixen! On, Comet! on, Cupid! on, Donner and Blitzen!

To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall! Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!"

As leaves that before the wild hurricane y, When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky; So up to the housetop the coursers they ew With the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too—

And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof e prancing and pawing of each little hoof. As I drew in my head, and was turning around, Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.

He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot, And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot; A bundle of toys he had ung on his back, And he looked like a pedler just opening his pack.

His eyes—how they twinkled! his dimples, how merry! His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry! His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, And the beard on his chin was as white as the snow; e stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth, And the smoke, it encircled his head like a wreath; He had a broad face and a little round belly at shook when he laughed, like a bowl full of jelly.

He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf, And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself; A wink of his eye and a twist of his head Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread; He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work, And lled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk, And laying his nger aside of his nose, And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose; He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all ew like the down of a thistle. But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight— “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”

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GIFTS THAT PAMPER AND REJUVENATE

Stress can be bad for the body, contributing to depression, anxiety, hypertension, and even obesity. Unfortunately, more than half of working adults and 47 percent of all Americans say they are concerned with the amount of stress in their lives, according to a survey from the American PsychologicalAssociation.Canadians,too,arefeelingstressed.TheNorth AmericanresearchcompanyIpsosfoundthatstressaffects76percentof theCanadianpopulation.

Reducing stress can be especially important during the holiday season, which, thanks in part to its hectic nature, tends to produce extra feelings of stress. Gifts that pamper, relax and rejuvenate might be the ideal fit for thosewhoneedalittlerestandrelaxation.

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When someone with celiac disease eats gluten the body mounts an immune system response that attacks the villi, which are small fingerlike projections that line the small intestine. The villi, when damaged, cannot properly absorb nutrients from food. Untreated celiac disease also may lead to the development of other autoimmune disorders like type 1 diabetes and multiplesclerosis.

The intestinal damage from eating gluten often causes diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, bloating, and anemia, and can lead to serious complications. Following a strict gluten-free diet can help manage symptoms and promote intestinalhealing.

More companies are producing glutenfree foods and stores are carrying them in greater numbers. In addition, there are a number of new baking flours available that provide alternatives to traditional wheat-based formulas. People with celiac disease or gluten intolerances can use these specially designed flours to make homemade items. Certain flours also may be billed as one-to-one alternatives, meaning they can be substituted for traditional flour in recipes without adjusting the measurements.

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Ten-Year Fracture Risk Determines Need for Osteoporosis Meds

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 77 and have been diagnosed with osteoporosis. I’m taking Fosamax and following all the steps recommended for strengthening bones. But I have two questions: First, is it possible to avoid a fracture without taking medication? Second, is it necessary to avoid coffee completely? I am confused about both questions, having read a lot of conflicting information online. I recently finished reading a book that strongly condemned osteoporosis medication, and I have also read that coffee is OK, even good, for bones; though, other sources say it leeches calcium from bones. I would appreciate some clarity on these issues. -- J.M.

ANSWER: I have also read dire warnings about osteoporosis drugs, particularly the bisphosphonate class that includes alendronate (Fosamax), but the truth is more complex than it first appears.

The most important thing to realize is that every person has their own individual risk of developing an osteoporotic-type fracture. For young, healthy people with strong bones, the risk is very small, but as we age, the risk of fracture increases. Many medical conditions, as well as diet, exercise and some medications, affect the risk of fracture. Whether we are men or women, and even what our ethnicity is, affects fracture risk. The bone mineral density measured by a DEXA scan provides much information, but an accurate fracture risk prediction needs to take a person’s whole history into account. Only people at high risk for fracture should be taking a medication like Fosamax.

A standard guideline is that people should be recommended medication therapy if their 10-year risk of a hip fracture is greater than 3%, or their 10-year risk of any kind of major osteoporotic fracture is 20% or higher. If a person’s risk is less than these numbers, they may be unnecessarily subjecting themselves to the risk of medication. The FRAX score is a standardized, country-specific way of estimating risk (www.sheffield.ac.uk/ FRAX/tool.aspx).

If a group of people has a risk of fracture of 20% in the next 10 years, then 80% of them will not have a fracture if they don’t take medication. Like treatment for high blood pressure or high cholesterol, medication treatment only helps a small proportion of those who receive it. We don’t have the ability to predict with certainty who will have a bad outcome from these conditions, so we recommend treating people when they reach a certain degree of risk.

Treating only higher-risk patients leads to the drug helping a higher proportion of the group, but some people who were not offered medication will develop the bad outcome we’re trying to avoid. A person who gets a hip fracture that could have been prevented with medication treatment is a tragedy. In my opinion, a person should know the risks of treatment and the risk of withholding treatment before making a decision.

The calcium question is also controversial, but while it is true that caffeine causes the body to lose calcium, if you take in enough calcium through diet, coffee does not seem to increase your risk of a fracture.

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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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20 FOX BLOCKS (ICF), 15”x 48”, 8” core, weathered but useable. You haul (Naples): 585-690-1718

New 6’ SLIM FROSTED CHRISTMAS TREE w/lights and stand. Pick up, Livonia: 585-346-5451

Round ANTIQUE TABLE. Heavy. Pick up, Phelps: 315-548-3872

Help for Christmas - TODDLER GIRL CLOTHES, PULL-UPS, SMALL QUILTS, TOYS Needy family please, Livonia: 585-346-5451

FISHER-PRICE KIDS BASKETBALL STAND with hoop and net. Adjust 4’ to 6’. Base filled with sand. Can deliver: grouleau@grontiernet.net

ARDUINO and KUMAN UPC PLATFORMS, one each. Includes IR diodes, motor, breadboard, displays, DVD, books and more: 585-948-9882

AMPICO PLAYER PIANO. You move: 585-323-1762 (leave message)

New ELECTRIC HOSPITAL BED with MATTRESS. You pick up: ccfrenchy34@yahoo.com

Brand new SINGLE MATTRESS and BOX SPRING with FRAME and HEADBOARD: 716-474-2884

COUCH & LOVESEAT. In good condition. You pick up: powerbuglee@yahoo.com

Two AT&T CORDLESS PHONE UNITS. For use with a landline system: 4isolde6@gmail.com

22” BOLENS PUSH LAWN MOWER available to a good home. You pick up. Please text if interested: 585-704 7948

KITCHEN SINK, 30.5” W: Text 585-406-1967

QUEEN SIZE MATTRESS. Very good condition. Pick up Dansville: 585-808-7984

GLASS CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS, INDEX CARDS (3”x4” and 4”x6”), ENVELOPES (4”x5.25”), PENS, X-MAS STICKERS, GIFT LABELS and ASSORTED CARDS: 585-243-5734

SEWING THREADS (all colors), EMBROIDERY THREAD, NEEDLES, SEWING ITEMS and much more! 585-388-0318

OAK DESK, 5’x3’x2½’ and an UPRIGHT PIANO, needs tuning. You pick up: 585-384-5385

BOOKCASE/DESK – tall cabinet with storage shelves, desk compartments and drawers. Pick up, Wayland: 585-766-5925 lv. msg.

LIGHTS - new, used, clear & colored. You pick up, Oakfield/Elba area: clkendall57@yahoo.com

FULL SIZE BED FRAME, MATTRESS, and BOX SPRING. Sparingly used in a guest room. Must pick up: cszilagyi1@rochester.rr.com

SMALL DESK with a CHAIR for our granddaughter. Under 3’ W: 585-637-0933

EXTENSION LADDER: 585-861-0181

6.5’ TONNEAU COVER and SMALL PUSH-BUMPER for full-size truck: 585-4470201

Full-size AMBER LIGHT BAR: Jason 585-447-0201

LESLIE SPEAKERS for electric organ: 585-323-1762 (leave message)

Need two new/used in very good condition issues of Dec/Jan 2023 BIRDS AND BLOOMS MAGAZINES: 585-599-3490

For a friend - a FLAT SCREEN TV, a DVD PLAYER, and a CD PLAYER. Thanks! Terry 336-247-3245

FLAT SCREEN TVs, used/unwanted. 55” or larger: stan1k1@yahoo.com

TREADMILL, used or unwanted: stujaxon@yahoo.com

WALKER WITH SEAT for disabled senior: 585-748-8531

VINTAGE ARCHERY RECURVE BOWS/ARROWS/ACCESSORIES for Scout Archery Merit Badge. 501C if required. Text 585-794-0448 or mintshape@netacc.net

Looking for ENCYCLOPEDIA SET for elementary students (think 8-11 years old) from 2010-2022. Thanks: 315-246-4735

BAR SIZE POOL TABLE, slate top, and FOOSBALL TABLE in good condition. Please text me: 585-749-2432

BED PADS or CHUX PADS, adult size for men: 508-360-0262

Old STEREOS, TAPE PLAYERS and AMPS. Specifically for audio digitizing project: Terry 336-247-3245

VINTAGE FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL or BASEBALL CARDS! Or newer, does not matter. Hobby & bonding time for Father and Sons: 585-729-1259

QUEEN SIZE BOX SPRING. Clean condition please: 585-703-6944

Senior Navy veteran needs TRUCK in good working condition for animal rescue: 585-531-4004

2-DRAWER FILE CABINET w/lock and a CLOTHES RACK in good condition: 585-424-0732

SNOW BLOWERS and/or LAWNMOWERS in good working cond.: 585-531-4004

AFRICAN DRUM for daughter with Down Syndrome: 585-944-4855

AMERICAN MADE FLINTLOCK MUZZLE LOADER and STEEL ANIMAL TRAPS needed for American Historical Museum Display: usaanettkom@yahoo.com

BUILT/UNBUILT MODELS, SLOT CAR BODIES. Parts & pieces okay. Restorer/customizer looking for winter projects: 585-314-6989

ROCK and ROLL 8 TRACK TAPES, CASSETTE TAPES, and VINYL ALBUMS for personal collection: gzintel@yahoo.com

Old-style OCCASIONAL CHAIR. Wood, straight-back, padded seat and back, 20” floor to seat top. For surgery rehab, PT: momzyhead@yahoo.com

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MOMENTS IN TIME

The History Channel

* On Dec. 25, 1776, Gen. George Washington crosses the Delaware River with 5,400 Patriot troops, hoping to surprise a Hessian force celebrating Christmas at their winter quarters in Trenton, New Jersey. Washington’s men quickly overwhelmed the German defenders, who were groggy from the previous evening’s festivities, and by morning the town was surrounded.

Bristol Library

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Gorham Free Library

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Naples Library

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Honeoye Public Library

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Red Jacket Com. Library

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Hours: Mon. to Thurs. 9am-9pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm

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LiveNativity - EveryoneWelcome!!ChristmasEveLIVENativity -7:00pmattheConesusUnited Church,6199SouthLivoniaRoad, Conesus.ComewatchTheStable comealive!!

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VeteranPlus1-BowlingBrigade - Veterans,youaskedforit, it’shere!WelookforwardtoseeingourVeteran’sandoneofyour supporter’scomeoutandjoinus forsomebowling,foodandfunat LivingstonLanes,4260Lakeville RoadinGeneseoonJanuary14th from2-4pm.RSVPatwww. livcovets.comorbyemail,callor textingyourname,numberand guestnametorwolter@vocwny.org or585-200-9742.Spaceislimited sowatchforouremailtoconfirm yourattendance.Wehopetosee youthere.

HONEOYE FALLS

TheHoneoyeFalls/Townof Mendon HistoricalSociety will presentaprogramfeaturing ChristopherBrandt&KatieEggers Comeau.Entitled:“TheArchitectureofJamesH.Johnson”(MushroomHouse,etc.)onThursday, January5,2023,7:30pmatThe MendonCommunityCenter,167 NorthMainSt.,HoneoyeFalls. Questions?Call624-5655.

MIDDLESEX

AnnualCandlelightService - The MiddlesexUnitedMethodist ChurchwillholditsannualCandlelightServiceonFriday,December 23,2022,at7:00p.m.Thechurch islocatedat1162Rt.245in Middlesex.Refreshmentswillbe servedaftertheservice.Church andsocialroomarehandicapped accessible.

RUSHVILLE

REVIVEWinterRetreat: Youth ministry formiddleandhigh schoolers(grades6-12).Individuals andgroupsarriveFriday,January 27th,5:30pmandwillstayuntil Sunday,January29th,10am.A timeoffellowship,worship,food, activities,andfocusedtimeinthe Word.Theretreatwillbe2nights, FridayandSaturday,andwillconsistof5meals,Fridaydinnerthen breakfast,lunch,&dinneronSaturday,andbreakfastonSunday.Early EarlyBirdPrice:$99through November30th.EarlyBirdPrice: $125December1-31st.Regular Price:$150January1-23rd.Day OnlyPrice:$99.ParentChaperone/ AdultLeaderPrice:$99.Registrationcloses5pmMonday,January 23rd.https://letourneau.org/events/

HOLIDAY FUN FACTS

Coca-Cola is largely responsible for the red coat and ensemble Santa Claus wears. The company made the image popular in its 1930sadvertisements.

LeTourneauLadiesLuncheonLeTourneau ChristianCenter’s BlessedHopeJanuaryladies luncheonwillbeheldonFriday, January13,2023at11:00am. JoAnneRosatoEsteywillspeakon “ChallengesandChaptersinOur Lives.”Registrationand$15prepaymentbeforeJanuary6arerequiredforin-personattendance andlunch,whichcanbemadeby calling585-554-3400.LeTourneau ChristianCenterislocatedat4950 CountyRoad11,Rushville.

DID YOU KNOW?

Kwanzaa traces its origins to Africa and is celebrated across North America and other nations that have large populations that trace their heritage to Africa. The holiday begins on December 26 and continues until January 1. The main components of the celebration include family, community and culture. Kwanzaa was not designed to replace Christmas. In fact, many Kwanzaa celebrants also celebrate Christmas.Theword“kwanzaa”is fromtheSwahiliphrase“Matunda ya kwanza,” which means “first fruits.” Maulana Karenga, the professor who created the holiday in 1966, chose Swahili as the language associated with the holiday because it isn’t affiliated with a particular African region or tribe. At the heart of the holiday are seven principles that celebrants embrace and follow: unity, self-determination, collective responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith. Even though the holiday was created for African Americans, many other ethnic groups are inspired by the foundations of Kwanzaa and choosetojoininthefestivities.

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By Fifi Rodriguez

1. TELEVISION: What is the primary setting of the Netflix series “Bridgerton”?

2. GEOGRAPHY: Where is the Republic of Maldives located?

3. LITERATURE: What is the subject of Walt Whitman’s poem “O Captain! My Captain!”?

4. LANGUAGE: What is the third letter of the Greek alphabet?

5. HISTORY: When was the last time the Liberty Bell rang in Philadelphia?

6. MOVIES: What was Henry Fonda’s jury number in “12 Angry Men”?

7. MATH: What is a heptahedron?

8. BUSINESS: In what year did McDonald’s introduce the Big Mac to all of its customers?

9. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president tried to ban Christmas trees from the White House?

10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What do bees collect from flowers and use to make honey?

3. The death of President Abraham Lincoln. 4. Gamma. 5. 1846. 6. Juror No. 8. 7. A polyhedron with seven faces. 8. 1968. 9. Theodore Roosevelt. 10. Nectar.

2. Indian Ocean.

1. London, England.

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SENIOR NEWS

By Matilda Charles

Finding Assisted Living

Is 2023 the year when you have to consider moving into assisted living? Or perhaps helping an elderly relative make the move? In either case, your rst steps should be gathering as much information as possible.

What type of care is needed? Daily help with everything from bathing to eating to remembering to take medications? Or is a more specialized, secure location needed for memory care? Or something in between?

What facilities are in your area? It will be important that friends and family can visit easily, as well as having access to the same medical care a er the move. Going out for lunch locally can go a long way toward keeping relationships intact.

Once you’ve selected a few facilities to explore, start digging for information. Call the state and ask about the licenses, accreditation and safety track records. Call your local re and police departments about potential safety issues.

Do you know anyone who works in one of the facilities you’re considering, or who knows someone who lives there? eir input could be crucial when it comes to learning about any rules the facility might have, or any sta shortages that could lead to problems with client care or any ongoing complaints about the food.

en ask for a tour at every facility on your list. Stay as long as you can and ask a lot of questions. Get a copy of the potential contract to give your attorney to review (ideally one specializing in elder law).

Money: You’ll need to know what everything costs, and by everything, that means all the fees that might not be included in the overall amount. Are clients charged for eld trips or special entertainment, for example? How about laundry costs?

As part of your information-gathering, go online and search for “how to select an assisted living facility” or something similar. Look for checklists of questions to ask. You’ll need all the information you can nd.

This week’s puzzle answer is elsewhere in this paper. The Crossword Puzzle is provided by Tribune Media Services. Any questions or comments should be made to 1-800-346-8798.

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NOW HERE’S A TIP

By JoAnn Derson

* “Set up a phone call between kids and grandparents a week or so before visiting. They can talk about what the kids might like to do. It gives the grandparents time to prepare, and it gives kids a chance to build excitement before the trip.” -- G.R. in Ohio

* Clean and disinfect a wood cutting board with salt and lemon juice. Sprinkle the board with a healthy dose of plain salt (kosher or coarse salt works best), and scrub it with a cut half of a lemon. Rinse and clean with soap and water.

* Hairspray spritzed on the end of a thread will stiffen it long enough to get it through a needle head. You also can thread your needle in front of a surface that’s an opposing color (i.e. a white piece of paper while threading a needle with black thread).

* When shopping for seamless bras, bring a T-shirt that is relatively tight-fitting to wear over the bras. You will know right away if there are seam lines or if the cup is too small. These sometimes get overlooked when a bra is worn under a looser shirt. -- E.D. in Ontario, Canada

* Another use for baking soda: It’s a perfect exfoliator. It’s good for the whole body and is pH neutral, so it won’t overdry skin. To use it, just make a paste and rub onto skin. Rinse and enjoy the softness.

* Cold and flu got you down? Once you clear those symptoms, try gargling with saltwater. It reduces inflammation in your throat and washes away irritants and bacteria.

Durkee December 13, 2022

Canadice: At age 86, Leland passed away peacefully at the Homestead at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Penn Yan, New York. He was born in Fillmore, NY to the late Basil and Josephine Durkee. Leland is predeceased by his sons, Robert Durkee and Joseph Durkee, along with his grandson, Caleb Durkee. Survived by his beloved wife of nearly 68 years, Nancy (Herington) Durkee; his children, Ralph Durkee, Vera (Roger) Smith; his grandchildren, Daniel Durkee, Rebekah (Sean) Mallory, Sarah Durkee, Rachel Durkee, Leah Durkee, Bridgett (Mike) Lehner, Micah Durkee, Mackenzie Smith, Keturah Durkee, Isaiah Durkee, and Anna Durkee; his siblings, Joanne George, Vernice Tenney, and Cassandra Rhodes, along with his cherished greatgrandchildren and several nieces, nephews and friends.

Friends and family were invited to call from 4-6PM on ursday, December 22, 2022 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street in Honeoye, NY. A Memorial Service took place at 11AM on Friday December 23, 2022 at the Canadice United Methodist Church, 5945 Canadice Hill Road in Springwater, NY. Interment took place privately following Leland’s memorial service at Lakeview Cemetery on County Road 36 in Honeoye, N.Y

To share a memory or a condolence, please visit www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com • 229-2444

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.

On behalf of Uncle Ron Fox, we would like to thank all of his many family members and great friends for making his Celebration of Life so wonderful. It was a great day of memories and reminiscing with all. A special thank you goes out to Michael Dougherty and the Dougherty Funeral Home for the services and comfort he gave throughout the whole event. Another big thank you to Ray & Colleen Henry for the great job setting up and letting us use the Harrison-Lee Post 283 Legion for the whole day. Ron would have been happy with the great time had by all. A big thank you to everyone who called, sent cards, and helped us through the hardship of this great loss. ankyouallagain, eFamilyofRonFox

Leland B.

Bella’s Bumbas… Giving Children Mobility for Christmas & Year-Round

BY DP DUNN Lorelei

Bella's Bumbas began in Webster, NY with the intention of providing one little girl, Bella, with a means to become mobile and navigate the world on her own. at initial intention has blossomed into Bella's Bumbas LTD, who've provided over 2,600 chairs to children in every US state and 65 countries across the globe!

Bella was born with Spina Bi da and has no feeling below her knees. A er seeing how limited she was when it came to mobility, Bella's aunt and uncle began looking for ways to help. ey saw the plans for the Bumbo wheelchair online and a er seeing the cost of the comparable commercial version, decided to make one for her.

is decision was spurred on by the fact that Bella's family's insurance, like many families, will only cover products that are deemed medically necessary. Insurance companies typically only cover a wheelchair once every ve years, a time-frame that would result in quickly outgrowing the covered wheelchair. Insurance also generally does not cover tiny wheelchairs until the child needs transportation such as a school bus. Imagine all the missed adventures and opportunities of not being independent and mobile between birth and school age.

A er building the rst chair and seeing just how much joy it brought Bella, simply being able to interact with her siblings and friends and get herself around, the family decided to make more chairs for other children facing mobility challenges. Each chair is hand-built in their Webster, NY workshop, with the assistance of many volunteers. Families are not charged for the chairs, they only ask that the families cover the shipping costs. In the United States, the shipping ranges from $62.40 to $74 depending on the seat style chosen. is, however, is only possible with the support of generous donors who help fund their non-pro t.

Each chair design (there are four to choose from) has been rigorously tested by children using them in real-world conditions, and are used on grass, carpet, and any surface a child might nd themselves. Each chair includes a push handle mount and can be customized to the child's needs with add-ons such as a basket, foot extension, Kris Kart for a portable ventilator, as well as a one hand drive, that can be independently rolled by a child with limited to no ability to use one or the arm, a one hand drive style.

eir chairs provide more than just mobility: they provide a way for a child to be more social and participate in life situations that they may not otherwise have been able to. ey can be used without worry at splash pads, playgrounds, or just outside playing with friends. Another bene t of the chair is that it provides children with exercise. e chairs help improve both upper body and core strength, and have even helped some children reduce the time they spend on breathing devices. Brain

Sebastian

& Life Magazine did an article showing doctors’ studies on how early mobility also a ects the child neurologically.

Bella’s Bumbas is a family run 501(c)3 non-pro t managed and run by Rebecca Orr (President), Je rey Shorr (Vice President), Marty Parzynski (Managing Director), Laurel Fletcher (Secretary), and Joshua Orr (Director), along with the help of many volunteers locally, nationally and internationally. It’s di cult to actually count all of the volunteers as so many people around the world help in anonymity, simply by sharing their stories of their “Bumbaleers”. Some build chairs, while others help by obtaining packing materials. eir common purpose is ensuring every child needing a chair receives one.

It only takes 15-30 minutes to assemble a chair. Want to volunteer? Rebecca says all you need is, “A big heart, packing experience, and a sense of humor.” Send an email to bellasbumbas@gmail.com subject line Interest in volunteering

Rebecca, what do you need right now? “Awarness and sharing our story. Donations are always welcome, and NO donation is ever too small. During the Pandemic donation funds de nitely hit a low point, but we kept rolling purely based on faith and Matthew 17:20. We received the most heartfelt donations during that time. e one most special to us was a donation from a grandmother in Poland who saw our story on the internet; she sent us $2.00. at is what keeps Bella’s Bumba ‘rolling’ … a ‘seed’ of faith.”

Rebecca summed it up with this thought: “When you donate, volunteer or share awareness about Bella’s Bumbas, you will indeed be helping more than just our organization…. literally others around the Globe.”

To learn more about Bella’s Bumbas or to donate please visit their website at https://bellasbumbas.com/

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GREAT GIFTS FOR SENIORS: FAMILY TIME

Shoppers who are especially stuck on what to get seniors for Christmas can just resolve to spend more time with their elderly loved ones. Many seniors genuinely have everything they need, and such men and women may only want to spend more time with their children and grandchildren. Make a New Year’s resolution to spend more time with the special seniors in your life if the perfect gift is eluding you.

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Happy holidays! We hope your yuletide gatherings are all things magical and bright this festive season! Which flavor of holiday cookie is your favorite?

• Buckeyes

• Chocolate Crinkles

• Peanut Butter Kisses

• Snickerdoodles

• Sugar Cookies

Poll Ends 12-27-22

Poll Ended 12-20-22

Brittney Griner, an American basketball star who had been imprisoned in Russia on drug charges, was traded for Viktor Bout, a Russian arms dealer. Russia was unwilling to consider releasing another detained American, Paul Whelan, who has been imprisoned since 2018. Do you think President Biden made the right call by swapping Griner without also securing Paul Whelan?

14% Absolutely

9% He made the right call despite only securing one of them

45% He should have waited for a joint trade

25% No, negotiating any trade sets a dangerous precendent

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MOMENTS IN

TIME The History Channel

* On Dec. 26, 1966, Jimi Hendrix writes the lyrics to “Purple Haze,” the song that would give him his breakthrough hit. Rolling Stone magazine would later name “Purple Haze” one of the 100 Greatest Guitar Songs of All Time.

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HOMETOWN PHOTOS

RAVES

Thank You

On December 1st while coming out of a local pizzeria with pizza in hand I missed a step and fell onto the sidewalk. A gentleman helped me to my feet and made sure I was not injured. I would like to thank him for coming to my aid. It is nice to know that in a world where everyone is busy, a person will still take the time to help another when they need it.

Shout Out to the Bread Fairies

The Geneseo Groveland Emergency Food Pantry would like to thank Dave & Joe, fondly referred to as the Bread Fairies, for their selfless years of community service, picking up bread and other assorted items from Wegmans twice a week and delivering to local area food pantries and senior facilities. We hope the new regime does you proud!

Village Christmas Lights

Thank you to all who put up Christmas lights in the Village. This can be a hard time of year for people. It brightens the spirits when you can drive around the streets and see the beautiful colors and decorations. Take time to do that this season.

To the man in the pickup at the Bergen drive-thru This is to thank the kind man driving the pickup (I believe a GMC Canyon) truck at the Bergen drive-thru who paid for my order on November 21st. I was so surprised when I got to the window and was told that you had paid. The rest of my day was so bright and hopeful because of your kindness. I think that I really needed to be reminded that day of the goodness in others. You touched my heart. Thank you.

Well Worth Reading

Many thanks to the author who submitted HOLIDAYS AND FENCES to the Penny Saver on December 9th 2022. It was beautifully written and the sentiments were commendable, especially for this time of the year. I intend to take the exhortation to heart and see what “fences” in my life need mending and to do so to the best of my ability. PS—As one who majored in English many years ago, it was delightful to see someone who knows how to write well and to clearly and creatively express serious ideas. Thank you for sharing your gift!

Thank you

On Dec 10th my husband lost a very large man-made tool drawer that he had in the back of his truck. He thought his tailgate was latched shut, but it was not, and the drawer full of his hand tools fell out onto the road on a local street. A wonderful man saw it, picked it up with all the tools and took it back to his home and posted that he found it on a local social media page. Someone who knows my husband, and knew that he had that type of tool drawer, called him, and informed him of the post and asked him if he lost his tools. A very happy ending and so thankful for this honest man.!

Christmas parade

My husband and I attended the best ever Christmas Parade on Main Street Honeoye Falls. So well orchestrated with decorated equipment from many countries. I want to say thank you to everyone who marched and took the time to decorate all the trucks beautifully. This includes the sheriff’s department and Santa on his motorcycle too. Well done to all and to all a good night. Merry Christmas.

Benefit for Maddox Olson

Thank you for all the support towards the Benefit for Maddox Olson, it was a great success! It beat even my high expectations.

Cohocton Ambulance

We would like to thank the Cohocton Ambulance and the great staff. Billy and the Ambulance crew all went above their duties to help us. Great big thank you to all the staff– still have some awesome people in the community. God Bless you all, happy holidays.

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In the spirit of the holiday season, we have only RAVES this week. Happy Holidays!

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Busy Naples Chiropractic Office seeks Receptionist/Office Assistant.

Applicant must be professional, compassionate, motivated and possess exceptional interpersonal skills. Duties include: reception, clerical and assisting with patient care. Competitive salary, paid vacation and employer sponsored retirement plan offered to work in a comfortable professional setting 16-20 hours per week.

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Love to write ?

Do you have a gi for the written word and a passion to make a di erence in the community? We are hiring a full-time Lead Content Creator and Editor to manage our growing network of stories in print and digital media. You will have the opportunity to connect with community leaders across the region to share and cra the narratives that matter to our readers.

Job Duties

• Prepare weekly content for our agship Genesee Valley Penny Saver in print and online

• Construct content for a number of town directories and niche publications across the region

• Manage and coordinate the work of our growing team of freelance writers

Skillset

Creativity to generate interesting stories; deadline-driven and organized; strong command of contemporary writing styles and traditional grammar rules.

Please submit a resume, cover letter and 1 or 2 writing samples to our General Manager: manuelkaram@gvpennysaver.com

Hospeace House Is Hiring

Open Positions:

Overnight On-Call Nurses (LPN and RN) to provide consultation and possibly onsite visits to those at end of life. Knowledge of the Hospice Philosophy preferred but not required.

Overnight Resident Caregivers (per diem) providing direct care to those at end of life. Ability to demonstrate caring and sensitivity to others is required. Training is provided.

Please inquire through info@hospeacehouse.org or call 585-374-2090.

of Human Resources

Finger Lakes DDSO, 620 Westfall Rd., Rochester, NY 14620 An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Busy Naples Chiropractic Office seeks

Licensed Massage Therapist/Office Assistant.

Applicant must be professional, compassionate, motivated and possess exceptional clinical and interpersonal skills. Duties include: body work/massage, assisting with direct patient care and related reception/clerical work. Competitive salary, paid vacation, holiday and sick time along with the opportunity to work in a comfortable professional setting 36-40 hours per week.

Send cover letter and resume to: PO Box 220, Naples, NY 14512

York Central School has the following anticipated opening:

Information Technology Director

(Full-time 12-month position)

Prior experience preferred. Start Date: February 13, 2023

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

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

Attn: Heidi Newcomb, District O ce P.O. Box 102 • 2578 Genesee Street Retsof, NY 14539

NAPLES CENTRAL

SCHOOL is looking to ll the following position:

(1) High School Teacher Assistant:

10 months/year

Working with students on Academic and Behavioral Interventions

Minimum Quali cations: NYS Teaching Assistant Certi cation or be willing to obtain your certi cation; Experience working with children. Hiring Range: $14.70 to $16.70/hr. as per experience. Bene ts include health insurance, sick and personal time. Anticipated Start Date: January 19, 2023

Applications are available on the Naples Central School website at www.naplescsd.org

Completed applications must be submitted by Friday, January 6, 2023 to: Naples Central School, 136 North Main St., Naples, NY 14512

Attn: Nicole Green, HS Principal

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