Canandaigua- Naples- Genesee Valley Penny Saver- 4-28-23

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5810 Goodale Rd., Canandaigua Call 585-394-4722

STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne

* Historically, most Easter celebrants would have eaten lamb for the occasion, as the holiday has its roots in the Jewish Passover. Most American Easter dinners now feature ham, however, because years ago, hams cured over the winter would have been ready to serve in early spring.

CLIFTONSPRINGS: 1651County Road43,May6,(8am-3pm)FABULOUSSALEFORGARDENERS. Hugeselectionofqualitypreviously loveditems.Windchimes,shepherdshooksgardenbenches, plantersandmore.

PALMRYA/MANCHESTER: 3689ArmingtonRoad. April28th&29th(9-5pm).7 FAMILIES.Tentsandbuildings loadedwithsomethingfor everyone.Collectibles,toys, tools,electrical&plumbing supplies.AmericanGirlDolls anditems.(BakedGoodsand ClothingwithproceedstoAlzheimer’sAssoc.)RainorShine.

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ThomasRd.May5,6,&7 Canandaigua-May5th&6 (9am-4pm)May7th(9am1pm)CollectiblesJewelry Women’sClothesM-XXXL -Men´sClothes-Crafts ScrapbookingLotsofCraft SuppliesFeatherBedCover -VintageItemsandDollsHouseholdSmalldogitems Ribbons-OutdoorDécorVintageTableLampand muchmore-PARKON THOMASRDPlease.

FARMINGTON: 6125EbonyCt. Thursday5/4,Friday5/5(8am-3pm) Saturday5/6(8am-1pm) MOVING SALE.Furniture,tools,clothes,decor, patiofurniture,Christmas.

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Top prices paid for coins, gold jewelry, paper money, magic cards, and more!

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10 Main Street, Bloomfield 585-394-1880 • 585-657-4470

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Welcome Spring Weekend

May 6-7

First 50 Customers receive a free garden handtool set with purchase! One set per purchase. Enter our drawing for the chance to WIN 2 Free Hanging Baskets

Plants That Need A Home Sale

May 6-7

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Q&A Master Gardeners with the

When should I prune raspberries to ensure a good harvest this year? Did I miss that timing? What other plants should be tended to in spring to ensure successful production this season?

Raspberries should be pruned in late winter or early spring (February - April). We recommend leaving 4 - 6 canes per square foot at this time. For the ease of picking, a raspberry patch will be between 1 - 3 feet wide; if the patch is wider, consider cutting back or pulling out canes that widen the patch too much. When pruning out canes, cut them at the base. First, remove canes that have bulges in them-- these are usually caused

by cane borers, and the internal damage causes the canes to collapse once they become heavy with fruit. Second, remove all canes that have pale, dried-out looking bark, as those have fruited and will not yield fruit again. Next, remove the thinnest canes. Ideally you will be left with 4-6 thick, sturdy canes. If those canes have little remnants of fruit on their tips, you may cut the tips back to encourage more branching.

Elderberry is another berry crop that can be pruned in the same time period. Cut out canes that are 3 years old and over. Inspect the bark on the remaining canes,

removing areas with cankers (sunken, discolored lesions) and canes that have holes in them. When cutting back diseased canes such as these, look into the cross-section of the pruning cut. If you observe browning or uneven tissue in the pruning cut, continue cutting back until it is uniform.

Berry plants that should be pruned before their leaves emerge include: blueberry, currant and gooseberry, seaberry, and pawpaw.

Plan

Give the gift of sweet treats. What better way to highlight mom’s sweetness than with some delicious treats made just for her? Whether you decide to whip up some homemade confections in the kitchen or visit a nearby store for something decadent, mom will no doubt appreciate the chance to indulge on her big day.

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3741 State Route 5 & 20, Canandaigua, NY 14424 585-694-4247

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-6:30; Sat. 9-5; Closed Sundays We accept most major credit cards

Compacted soil can result from any number of activities, including walking on a lawn. When soil on a lawn is compacted, grass roots might not receive the water, oxygen and nutrients they need to grow in strong. The can lead to weak lawns that are vulnerable to various issues.

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SIGNS OF WINTER LAWN

Wilted grass: Many things can cause grass to wilt over the course of winter, so homeowners may have to put on their sleuth’s cap to determine why grass that was healthy as recently as late fall is now wilted as the spring bloom begins. Grass that’s adjacent to walkways and driveways might have wilted due to the application of deicing solutions. Such products can prevent the formation of ice on driveways and walkways. However, when they’re tracked onto the grass by people or animals or blown there by winter winds, grass can wilt. A deep watering in spring can flush any lingering solution from the lawn. In future winters, homeowners can be as careful as possible when applying de-icing solutions, making a concerted effort to avoid spreading any onto the grass and limited applications to areas of the driveway and walkways that are not close to the grass.

Join Bus America Group Tours 2023 PA Dutch Country Tours

May 2: “Spring Fling” - Lively Run Acres Cheese Tasting & Baby Goats, Seneca Lake Cruise & Luncheon

May 15: Mother’s Day Celebration - Ventosa Vineyards wine tasting and lunch & tour Seneca Falls sites

June 15: Lockport Locks Erie Canal Cruise & Black North Inn Luncheon

June 21: Summertime Americana in Cooperstown - Sightseeing Cruise, lunch and BHOF or Fenimore Art Museum

June 27: Kenny Rogers Tribute Show at Seneca Allegany Casino

July 19: Fun in the Finger Lakes - Granger Homestead, Yacht Club Lunch & Canandaigua Lady Cruise

July 26: “Little Women” at Bristol Valley Playhouse & Avon Inn Luncheon

August 9: “Driving Miss Daisy” at Bristol Valley Playhouse & Avon Inn Luncheon

August 15: Yakov Smirnoff Show at Seneca Niagara Casino

August 22: “Beautiful” the Carole King Musical at Merry Go Round & Sherwood Inn Luncheon

August 28: The Underground Railroad Tour in Niagara Falls

Sept. 14: “Old Fashioned Classic Country Music” Show by Donna Minnoe @ the Golden Horseshoe (Moravia, NY)

Sept. 20: “Law & Oiler” Tour - Penn Brad Oil Museum, lunch & Elliot Ness Museum (Bradford, PA)

Oct. 3: “Chorus Line” at Merry Go Round Playhouse & Luncheon

featuring a chicken barbecue and soft ice cream!

SENIOR NEWS

By Matilda Charles

Why Are Seniors Targeted for Scams?

In one year alone, seniors lost over $3 billion to scammers, and it’s gotten worse every year. e 60-69 age group was bad enough, but the dollar losses rose even more a er age 70, and much more a er age 80.

Why are we targeted?

e thieves believe two things about us: We’re all rich and have great credit, having worked our whole lives, and, worst of all, that we won’t tell anyone if we lose money to them. ose two things alone make us constant targets.

All scammers have to do to turn us into victims, according to a study by Stanford and AARP, is raise our emotions. Whether happiness or anger, it doesn’t matter, because either will push us to hand over our information or our money.

For example, scammers will say we’ve won a big prize, like the lottery, but to claim that prize we need to send them processing fees in advance. We think about that prize and our good sense goes out the window.

Emotions come into play when a scammer calls pretending to be a grandchild in trouble. We’re asked to send money right away. We’re upset, and we do. But the emotional pleas for money don’t end there. Romance scams are huge, and too many lonely seniors send cash to their new love without questioning it.

Scammers who pretend to be from the government, such as the IRS, who frighten us into paying money, raise our emotions as well.

e list of scams directed at the elderly is nearly endless: investments, lottery wins, IRS tax bills, low-cost prescriptions, charities, tech repair, cemetery debts, romance, reverse mortgage, help signing up for Medicare, auto warranties ...

Beware. If you allow yourself to be scammed once, they will be back, because you’ll be on a list of people who can be fooled.

(c) 2023 King Features Synd., Inc.

beside his bowl and howls -- making it impossible for me to work at my desk. What can I do to calm him down and help him lose weight?

-- Jim G., Quincy, Massachusetts

Dear Jim: It’s di cult to help overweight pets lose those extra pounds, and it’s clear that Seeker has no qualms about complaining about it!

Since you’re working from home, one way to mitigate the howling is to implement a divert-and-reward system to take his mind o his empty bowl. In essence, keep Seeker away from the kitchen and as busy as your schedule allows.

Immediately a er his breakfast, close o the kitchen. Use a baby gate or shut the door, and hide the food bowl out of sight. Take Seeker outside for a short walk to burn o extra energy and a few calories. If you’re in a high-rise apartment or another situation where going outside frequently is more di cult, opt for a ve-minute training and play session instead.

While you’re working, Seeker should be separated from the kitchen -- either in a closed-o room or with you in your o ce (but in his own corner) -- and given plenty of toys to chew on. Spend time with Seeker on each break from work. Play, work on basic obedience, or just hang out. Once you’re nished with work for the day, take Seeker out for a long walk before giving him dinner.

Stick with the diet prescribed by the vet. Be patient but consistent with Seeker to change his behavior. He can and will lose the weight, because you care about him!

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POLL

Which of the following do you think best describes what movies today are trying to accomplish?

• Entertain audiences and provide escapism

• Portray social and political issues and raise awareness

• Push the boundaries of film-making and storytelling

• Make money for studios and investors

• All of the above

Poll ends 05-02-2023

Poll ended 04-25-2023

We are fortunate to live in a region rich with incredible sites attracting tourists from across the state and nation. With the current trend to treasure hometown sites we may otherwise overlook, what would you like to experience next as a “tourist” in your area?

15.0% State and local parks and greenspaces

40.0% Historic landmarks

10.0% Waterways such as the Erie Canal, Lake Ontario, Finger Lakes, and ponds

10.0% Concerts at the various venues around town

20.0% Unique small shops

5.0% Street Art hidden in plain sight

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EXPLAINING PRECISION AGRICULTURE

What is precision agriculture? Precision agriculture (PA) is rooted in improving crop yields through the utilization of technology. PA is designed to help the agricultural sector maximize resources and improve yields and the quality of crops. That’s a critically important function as the world population continues to grow and the demand for food increases as a result.

Magic Maze – TRAIL

Bristol Library

6750 County Rd. #32, Bristol 585-229-5862

BristolLibraryDirector@owwl.org, thebristollibrary.com

Hours: M, W, & Th 3-7pm; Tu & Sat. 10am-2pm

Gorham Free Library

2664 Main St., Gorham 585-526-6655

Naples Library

118 S. Main St., Naples (585) 374-2757

Hours: M,W,F 10am-6pm; T, Th 10am-8pm; Sat. 10am-2pm

Honeoye Public Library

8708 Main St., Honeoye 585-229-5020 • Hrs: M. 12-6pm, T. 2-8pm, W. 10am-2pm, Th. 2-8pm, Sat. 9am-1pm, Closed Fri. & Sun.

Red Jacket Com. Library

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

Here’s what’s happening at your local library…

AVON

31stAvonCentralSchool

Alumni Banquet- Pleasesavethe dateforthe31stAvonCentral SchoolAlumniBanquet:Friday,August11,hostedbytheClassof 1973.Thisbanquetisforall graduatesofAvonCentralandwe wouldliketoextendthisinvitation toclassmatesthatattendedSt.AgnesSchool(Avon).Moreinformationtofollow.Ifyouareaclass representative,youwillbereceiving informationsoon.Reconnectwith yourclassmates.Ifyouhaveany questions,pleasefeelfreetoreach outtoslane@rochester.rr.com.

Science has never drummed up quite as effective a tranquilizing agent as a sunny spring day.

~ W. Earl Hall

BLOOMFIELD

TheBloomfieldGardenClubs 49th AnnualPlantSale willbe heldonSaturday,May20from 9AMto1PMattheBloomfield HistoricalAcademyBldg.8South Ave.,Bloomfield.Thesalefeatures annuals,hangingbasketsandour homegrownperennials.Proceeds supportourmanycharitableand gardeningprojects.Thepublicis invited.Formoreinformation,contactLaurieO’Mara585-406-3457.

CANANDAIGUA

GleanersCommunityKitchen has re-openedandisnowservinga free,hotmealeveryday,MondayFriday,atnoon.Doorsopenat11 am.GleanersislocatedinthebasementofSt.John’sEpiscopal Church,183N.MainSt., Canandaigua.http://www. GleanersKitchen.org

TheEmbraceYourSisters(EYS)

Tea AtTwoFashionShowFundraiser:April30,CasaLargaVineyards,Fairport,2pm.Doorsopen 12:30pm.Aninspirationalafternoonoffashion,friends,foodand fun.Themodelsincludebreastcancersurvivorsalongwiththeirfamilies,friendsandmembersofour communities.Theeventsoldoutin 2022!SoDON’TDELAYongetting yourticketsNOW!Featuring: EmceeBillyKiddfrom92.5WBEE, GuestSpeakerJenniferHarvey M.D.fromURMCImaging,DJMike LaMarcafromSpectrumSounds. Enjoysweetandsavorysnacks/ beverages,cashbar,silentauction, wine,jewelry,floralteapotraffles, andmore!Fortickets,sponsorship opportunities,silentauctiondonations,andprogramads: www.embraceyoursisters.org/ 2023-tea-at-two-fashion-show

EmbraceYourSistersTeaAt

Two FashionShowFundraiserTheEmbraceYourSisters(EYS)Tea

AtTwoFashionShowFundraiser April30,2023atCasaLargaVineyards,Fairportat2pm,withdoors openat12:30pm.Enjoyaninspirationalafternoonoffashion,friends, foodandfun.Themodelsinclude breastcancersurvivorsalongwith theirfamilies,friendsandmembers ofourcommunities.DON’TDELAY ongettingyourticketsNOW!Also featuring:EmceeBillyKiddfrom 92.5WBEE,GuestSpeakerJennifer HarveyM.D.fromURMCImaging, DJMikeLaMarcafromSpectrum Sounds.Guestswillenjoy:sweet andsavorysnacks/beverages,cash bar,silentauction,wine,jewelry, floralteapotraffles,andmore!

Mother’sDaySpecial: Tell your momhowmuchyouloveheras youstrollthenineformalgardens andwalkthroughthehistoricmansionandgreenhouses.Sunday, May14,9:30-4:30pm,Sonnenberg Gardens&MansionStateHistoric Park,250GibsonSt.,Canandaigua. AllMom’sgetinfor$5.https:// www.sonnenberg.org/events/

PastelPaintingWorkshop: Working FromPhotos withMary Padgette,PSA-TheOntario CountyArtsCouncilannouncesa pastelpaintingworkshopwithrenownedartistandworkshop instructor,MaryPadgett,PSA.For allskilllevels.Friday,June2nd, 1-5pmandSaturday,June3,105pm,WestLakeRoadSchool House,3660Co.Rd16, Canandaigua.Workshopis$250 forOntarioCountyArtsCouncil membersand$300fornonmembers,refundableuptoten dayspriortotheevent.Register on-line-ocarts.org.Moreinformationandamaterialslistare availablethroughtheArtsCouncil website,orbycontactingworkshop chairmanNealH.Allenat nallenfap@gmail.com.Mary’sartist statementandbio:https://www. marypadgett.com/.

UndergroundRailroadExhibit: Pathways toFreedomReimaginingtheUnderground Railroad.Aneight-paneltraveling exhibit,availablefromNYSOffice ofParks,RecreationandHistoric Preservationinvitesviewersto reimaginetheUnderground Railroad.Takinganewlookatthe impactofthelandscape,people, myths,andlegalregulationson freedomseekerspassingthrough NewYork.HeldThursday-Monday, 9:30-4:30pmfromMay1stOctober30thatSonnenbergGardens&MansionStateHistoricPark, 250GibsonSt.,Canandaigua. Cost:IncludedinParkAdmission. https://www.sonnenberg.org/ events/

”ILoveMyParkDay”- We salute ourrelationshipwithParks&Trails NewYorkbysupporting“ILoveMy ParkDay”.Helpusonthisdayby volunteeringtohelpcleanupour beautifultreasureintheFinger Lakes.HeldMay6,10-3pm,SonnenbergGardens.RegularAdmission,purchaseticketswhenyou arriveattheparkthroughthe AdmissionsBooth.FreetoVolunteersthatsignupthroughParks& TrailsNewYorkathttps://www. ptny.org/events/i-love-my-park-day

KnittingWithBeadsWorkshop a2-partworkshop,with instructorEugeniaMcLouth.Learn howtoaddbeadstoyourknitting, andmakeanamulettoo.June3& 17,1:00-3:30pm.Eachsessionin thelower-levelMeetingRoomof theOntarioCountyHistoricalSociety,55NorthMainSt.,Canandaiguia.Classcostforbothsessions is$50,plus$20materialsfeepayabletoinstructoratfirstclass. Participationrequiresstudents knowhowtoknit,preferably regular,notcontinental,including castingonandoff,andtheknit stitch.Limitedseatingforadults. Register:www.ocarts.org.Ifthe workshopisfull,pleasecontact ocacny@gmail.comforawaiting list.

Father’sDayCarShow- Celebrate Dadwithclassiccars!Food, flowers&funforthewholefamily. Signuponlinetoshowoffyour wheels!June18,11-4:30pm,SonnenbergGardens&MansionState HistoricPark,250GibsonStreet, Canandaigua.https://www. sonnenberg.org/events/

CelebratingaCommunityStorytelling Project- TheBristolHills HistoricalSocietycelebratesthe publicationofitspicturebook HistoryandMystery:TheFolkloreand LegendsoftheBristolHills.View originalwatercolorpaintings commissionedbylocalresidents andbusinesses,meettheartistand writersofthe30historicaltales depictedinthebook,andhear someofthosestoriestoldatthis afternoonreception.Featuring HaudenosauneestorytellerPerry Ground,musicbyTheLakeside Drifters,andrefreshmentsfrom RaymorEstateCellarsandNoble ShepherdBrewery.Freeandopen tothepublic.May20,1-3PM, BristolVolunteerFireDepartment, 4350StateRoute64, Canandaigua.https:// bristolhillshistory.org/events/ history-amp-mystery-book-release

CheshireCommunityAction Team (CCAT)ChickenBarbecue, byGale-Wyn,atRunningsParking Lot,3191CountyRoad10, Canandaigua,Saturday,May6, 11AMuntilsoldout.Mealincludes chicken,saltpotatoes,rolland choiceofcoleslawormacsalad. $13permealor2mealsFOR$25. Allproceedswillbenefit(CCAT) sponsoredcommunityeventsinthe HamletofCheshire.http:// cheshirecommunityactionteam.org

HamandScallopedDinnerAloquin FlintUnitedMethodist Church,2760Route5&20,Stanley. HamandScallopedDinnerwith veg,dinnerrollsanddesserts.Saturday,May13,4:15tilsoldout. Adults$12.50,childrenunder10 $6.DriveThruOnly.Exactchange appreciated.

FARMINGTON

FingerLakesCelticFestival- Presented byFingerLakesCelticSociety.Saturday,May20,9:30am7pm.Newlocation:LincolnHill Farms,3792NY247,Canandaigua. BecomeCelticfortheday(ifyou’re notalready)andenjoyafundayof allthingsCeltic.Eventsinclude: HighlandHeavyGames,BagPiping competition,DanceExhibitions, CelticMusic,Demonstrations,A largeGatheringofScottishClans, Historical&HeritageSocieties,Artisans,KidsActivities,andsomuch more!Admissionfee:Adults$15, Age6-16$13,OverAge62$13 andAge5&underFree.Tickets onlineatwww.lincolnhillsfarm.org. Nopetsplease.ParkingisFree. HeldRainorShine.https://www. facebook.com/Fingerlakesceltic

The cry of our heart is to know God and make Him known. Come and join us Sunday mornings at 9:30am for worship.

Trevor Price, Senior Pastor pastor@heartcry.church

www.facebook.com/heartcrychristianfellowship

7609 County Road 36 • Naples, NY 14512 hccf.church@gmail.com • 585-374-5310

HEMLOCK

Gnome/FairySucculentGarden Class - Attentionadultsandteens! Ifyouhavethatcreativeurgetotry somethingnewandfuncometo theLittleLakesCommunityCenter, 4705S.MainSt.,Hemlockand makeagnomeorfairysucculent garden.Useyourimaginationand themanyaccessoriesprovidedto createabeautifulsucculentgarden foryourselfortogiveasagift.The classisfrom1:00-3:00pmMay 7th.Costis$25.00ppallsupplies areincluded.ToregisteremailKate KlattatKateklatt@yahoo.com.or venmo@kateklatt.Hopeyouwill joinus.

HONEOYE

“NewtoYou”Sale! - May5th 9:00-3:00,May6th-9:00-1:00. Clothing,Toys,HouseholdGoods, Books,Crafts,Kitchenware,Tools, Miscellany!HoneoyeMasonicCivic Center,4994CountyRoad36, Honeoye.SponsoredbyEagleStar #350,OrderoftheEasternStar. Clean,unbrokendonations gratefullyaccepted.AmyLu207@ aol.comorcall(585)229-2253& leavemessage.

HONEOYE FALLS

TheHoneoyeFalls-Mendon Historical Societymeeting on May4,2023willfeatureKaren Russell.Hertopicwillbe“Mr. Letchworth’sVision:TheHistoryof LetchworthPark”.Themeetingwill beattheMendonCommunity Center,167NorthMainStreetin HoneoyeFalls.Themeetingbegins at7:30andisopentothepublic. Thissiteishandicappedaccessible. Forinformationcall585-624-5655.

LIVONIA

Take-outSpaghettiDinner at the UnitedMethodistChurchof Livonia,21SummerSt,Livoniaon Wednesday,May10,4:30-6:00PM (oruntilsoldout).Spaghetti,sauce, meatballs,undressedsalad,and garlicbread.Donationsaccepted.

MIDDLESEX

TheMiddlesexHoseCo.Roast

Beef Dinners willstartagainon SaturdayApril29th.Dinnerswillbe heldonthelastSaturdayofeach monththruOctober28thatthe MiddlesexHoseCoFirehall,5537 WaterSt.,Middlesexfrom4-7pm. Adults$15,Children$10(school ageto12),Preschoolfree(take outsexcluded).Dinnermenu: tossedsalad,rolls,relishdish,roast beef,gravy,potatoes,corn,pie, icedtea,milk,andcoffee.

NAPLES

LeTourneauGolfScramble- Let’s build agymforthemanychildren andyouthwhocometo LeTourneau!Helpraisefundsfor thisprojectbyenjoying18holesof golf!Grabyourfriendsandget yourteamof4andjoinusonJune 9thatReservoirCreekGolfCourse inNaples,NYforourthirdannual 4-persongolfscramble!4-Person Scramble.$100/personor$300/ team.Friday,June9,2023;9am shotgunstart.Registrationisopen untilJune2,2023.Atthatpointit willclosesobothLeTourneauand ReservoirCreekhaveparticipanttotals.

RUSHVILLE

LeTourneauChristianCenter’s Blessed Hope Mayladiesluncheon willbeheldonFriday,May12, 2023at11:00am.DebbieAbbey willspeakon“God’sFullnessof Time”andtheprogramwillinclude afashionshow.Registrationand $15pre-paymentbeforeMay5are requiredforin-personattendance andlunch,whichcanbemadeby calling585-554-3400.LeTourneau ChristianCenterislocatedat4950 CountyRoad11,Rushville.http:// www.letourneau.org

Season Reopening May 11th!

ursday-Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 11am-5pm

Flashback Friday - 20% Off Bulk Candy after 4pm

Amish Donuts every Saturday and Sunday

Free Flower for Mom on Mother’s Day (While supplies last) www.The1812Store.com

4270 North Main St. • Livonia, NY 14487

SPRINGWATER

HiketheLetchworthParkGorge - Hike andExploretheLetchworth ParkGorgewithSpringwaterTrails onSunday,April30from2-4PM. Foradditionalinformation/ directions/updatesvisitthewebsite: springwatertrails.org

VICTOR

33rdAnnualFarmington-Victor Kiwanis GolfTourney2023: Enjoyafundayofgolf.Allproceeds benefitlocalKiwanisprojects. 10:30amRegistration.12pmShotgunStart.Monday,June5,2023at RavenwoodCountryClub,929 LynaughRd.,Victor.Lunch,Golf& Dinner-$125//Golferor$475/4Some(through5/15).Lunch,Golf &Dinner-$135/Golferor$515/4Some(after5/15).DinnerOnly$30/Person.Registernowat:Call usat:585-433-5926.Emailusat: farmingtonvictorkiwanis@gmail. com

HistoricalSocietyProgram-“In the FootstepsofDanielBissell,” (howU.S.militarymedalscameto be),withOntarioCountyHistorian PrestonPierce.Tuesday,May2,7 pm,atWestBloomfieldHistorical Society,8966Rt.5&20inWest Bloomfield.Bissellwasoneofthree soldierstoreceivetheforerunnerof thePurpleHeartdirectlyfrom GeorgeWashington.HelatersettledinHoneoye.Weinviteattendeestobringmilitaryawardsfrom theirownfamiliesforaone-night display.Accessibleandopentoall atnocharge.Websiteforinformation-wbhsny.org.

BreakfastBuffet: Sunday,May 14th,7:30-11:00AMattheLima LegionPost282,2475StateRoute 65,WestBloomfield.$10Adults; $6Ages8-12;7&underFree. Scrambledeggs,homefries,French toast,bacon,sausage,pastries, fruit,juice&coffee.Takeouts available.Everyonewelcome.

DID YOU KNOW? The Vision Council notes that roughly 200,000 sportsrelated eye injuries occur in children each year. Concerned parents should know that estimates from Boston Children’s Hospital suggest that as much as 90 percent of sports eye injuries can be prevented with protective eyewear.

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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Patient With Risk of Breast Cancer Questions Safety of Yearly MRI

DEAR DR. ROACH: Due to a slight genetic risk of breast cancer (my Tyrer-Cuzick Model score was 20.6%), my doctor wants me to get breast MRIs with contrast annually. I am concerned about long-term exposure to the gadolinium-based contrast dye. I’ve learned that this heavy metal is considered safe, but traces of it can be stored in the brain and other body tissues.

I am 49 and in very good health. I also get mammograms annually. I consulted my doctor about spacing out my MRIs every two to three years, but he said I should have an MRI every year. So I could be getting these MRIs for the next 35 or so years. Do the benefits of contrast dye outweigh the harm in a person with my health profile? -- S.A.

ANSWER: I’m afraid I don’t have a good answer for you. It is true that most authorities recommend an intensive breast cancer surveillance program for women at a high risk of breast cancer, in the range of a 20% to 25% lifetime risk. (The average risk for developing breast cancer for a woman born today is estimated to be about 13%.)

The Tyrer-Cuzick model of estimating breast cancer risk tends to give higher estimates than the other commonly used models, such as the BRCAPRO. Other models may not put you over the threshold for intensive screening with MRIs, which is usually combined with mammograms. The question about gadolinium (the chemical element used in the contrast dye for MRIs) is important because some people do store gadolinium in various tissues, including the brain, but the clinical significance of this is unknown. (People with kidney disease can develop a skin disease due to gadolinium, so they aren’t recommended to have MRIs with gadolinium.)

Although gadolinium can stay in the body for months or years, there has been no evidence of harm from gadolinium in brain tissue, despite these agents having been used for many years. Some agents have less retention than others. The U.S. FDA has mandated patient guides for these contrast agents, which relay the information above.

Given that there is a probable benefit to intensive screening for breast cancer in your case due to your high genetic risk, and no more than a theoretical risk from gadolinium, I believe that the benefits outweigh the risks, but I can’t say that with complete certainty.

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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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• Honeoye Falls - Town of Mendon Historical Society: e Honeoye Falls - Town of Mendon Historical Society is in need of docents to volunteer at our Museum for its standard Sunday a ernoon hours (2-4pm). Email president@hfmhistorical.org or call 585-281-0014

• Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum: Available roles for volunteers include ride operator, special events, maintenance, and docent. Email info@carrouselmuseum.org

• Webster Community Chest, LLC: Serving 14580 area residents in need of help. Volunteers needed for monthly food distribution other fundraisers and food drives. Seeking new Board members also. See our website for details. Email webcommchest@gmail.com

• Hospeace House Inc: Looking for something meaningful in your life? We are a 2-bed comfort care home for those facing end-of-life. In addition to resident care volunteers, we are seeking volunteers to assist with social media, newsletters, events and fundraising. Visit us- www. HospeaceHouse.org Email volunteercoordinator@hospeacehouse.org or call 585-374-2090

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On May 3, 1469, the Italian philosopher and writer Niccolo Machiavelli is born. Machiavelli became one of the fathers of modern political theory. The term “Machiavellian” is used to describe an action undertaken for gain without regard for right or wrong. (The History Channel)

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• 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.

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It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.

~ Charles Dickens, Great Expectations

NOW HERE’S A TIP

By JoAnn Derson

* Make children’s pills easier to swallow by crushing them and putting them in a bit of jelly or applesauce. Make sure, especially if it’s a prescription medicine, that it can be crushed. -- U.L. in Minnesota

* To keep kids from running into a closed sliding-glass door, cut out a small picture of something that’s brightly colored, “laminate” it by taping it across both sides, then tape it to the door at children’s eye level. -- E.R. in New York

* Painting season is in full swing at my house, and here are my two favorite painting tips: One is to lightly soap the windows (glass only) and let it dry. Any paint splatters will land on the soap, which can be easily wiped away when the paint is all dry. The other is to give locks, hinges and doorknobs a light coat of petroleum jelly. It works the same way, and when polished away, it leaves a nice shine to hardware.

* Here’s a great spring facial: Split an avocado, mash half of it and use it as a mask. Let sit for up to five minutes, then rinse away with warm water.

* Cleaning windows? Use a nylon net scrubbie from the kitchen to get rid of bugs from screens. It also works really well to scrub bugs off the car grille or car window.

* Here’s a great tip you can use when parallel parking in front of a storefront. Check the reflection to see if it looks like there’s room when backing in or pulling forward. -- O.W. in California

CELEBRATE DAD AND SOME HISTORY THIS FATHER’S DAY

Father’s Day has been celebrated in one form or another since the beginning of the nineteenth century. Perhaps the most driving force behind Father’s Day was Senora Dodd, who thought of the idea of a day to honor fathers while listening to a Mother’s Day sermon in 1909. Having been raised by her father, Dodd wanted to honor the sacrifices that fathers make. Father’s Day was not formally considered a holiday until 1972, when a Congressional Act officially designated the third Sunday in June Father’s Day.

Families celebrate Father’s Day in many ways. This year Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15. Dads who are history buffs may want to celebrate this year’s holiday by reminiscing about the notable events that have occurred on June 15 through the years. Here are just some of the many historical events that took place on June 15.

1752: Ben Franklin performs his famous kite-flying experiment to test the electrical power of lightning.

1775: George Washington is appointed Commander in Chief of the American Army.

1878: The first attempt at a motion picture takes place. Twelve cameras, each taking one picture, focus on horses’ hooves to see if they will leave the ground.

1887: The New York Giants baseball team beats the Philadelphia Phillies 29 -1.

1916: The Boy Scouts of America receives its congressional charter.

1918: An inch of snow falls in northern Pennsylvania.

1924: Native Americans are proclaimed U.S. citizens.

1934: The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is dedicated.

1940: France surrenders to German forces as Nazi troops occupy the city of Paris.

1968: John Lennon and Yoko Ono plant an acorn at Coventry Cathedral.

1977: General elections are held in Spain for the first time since 1936.

1985: The Russian space probe Vega 2 lands on Venus.

1992: Vice President Dan Quayle famously misspells the word “potato”at a spelling bee.

2002: An asteroid misses hitting Earth by 75,000 miles.

2003: The San Antonio Spurs defeat the New Jersey Nets to win the NBA Championship.

2012: President Barack Obama indicates the United States will stop deporting some illegal immigrants.

2013: An estimated 40,000 residents of Piedra Negras, Mexico, are devastated by flooding.

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April 17, 2023

Honeoye: At age 52, Kevin passed away peacefully on April 17, 2023 at F.F. ompson Hospital. Kevin was born in Dansville, NY to Kenneth & Marie Paul (Wyatt). He is predeceased by his mother, Marie J. Paul (Wyatt); survived by his father, Kenneth E. Paul; his sister, Wendy Gu ey (Scott); his nieces, Meghan and Jaelyn Gu ey; his nephew, Noah Gu ey; many aunts, uncles and close friends. Kevin worked for many years at Ryder Truck Rental in Rochester, NY. He also loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at 10am at **NOTE LOCATION CHANGE** the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Kevin’s memory to the Livonia Presbyterian Church, 3827 Center Street, Livonia, NY 14487.

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Raymond C. Montcrie

April 2, 2023

Raymond C. Montcrie passed away April 2, 2023, in Canandaigua at the age of 95. He was predeceased by his rst wife Elizabeth; sons, omas and Douglas.

He married Virginia Bills in 1985 after retiring from East Rochester Schools where he taught Auto Mechanics and Industrial Arts for 30 years.

Upon moving to South Bristol, he served as Town Supervisor (he was responsible for the Look Out on County Rd #12) and then became Town Justice for several years.

He is survived by his wife, Ginny and their o spring which they referred to as the tribe—Raymond, Scott (Barbara) Montcrie , Suzanne Montcrie , Daughter-in-law Kathy Montcrie , and Arthur Lagendyk, Nancy Bills, Patrick Bills, Peter Bills. Many grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Services will be held in East Rochester on August 12 at White Haven Memorial Park, 210 Marsh Rd. Calling hours 10am-12pm. Services follow.

Kevin E. Paul

RAVES

Firemen’s Auxiliary

A very special thank you to the Firemen’s Ladies Auxiliary. Saturday, they had a fundraiser at the firehouse. The chicken and biscuit dinner they served was absolutely delicious. Next year I think I will order two dinners for myself. Thank you to all who made this a special meal.

Kindness of strangers

To the very special father and daughter from Sand Hill Rd, who helped us unload our truck load of branches at the West Bloomfield drop off area, we are eternally grateful to you. Many sincere thanks, we couldn’t have done it without you. Your kindness is rare!!

Store music

Does anyone else notice the obscene and loud music in many stores? I hope store managers see this post. Most people over the age of 40 are the ones that actually go out to shop, the rest buy online and never set foot in a store. Sometimes I would like to stay and look around but the background noise/music forces me to make my purchase and get out ASAP. Maybe the cashiers have the freedom to play music they like. Maybe it gets piped in. We don’t want to hear loud, trashy, pounding and screaming when we enter a store; it’s not conducive to shopping. How about trying different music? Please.

Neighborhood trash

We live in the [local road] area of [local town]. We have complained for a long time about disgusting neighbors who shouldn’t be allowed to live in those conditions. [Code enforcement officer] nothing. The place recently burned and now it is even worse. Now there are rats and all kinds of creatures. What do we have to do to get it cleaned up? Maybe my next move will be to the state health department. I have had enough.

Price gouging

Ever do your math and realize how much we’re overcharged and gouged for products? A bottle of water costs X amount. Multiply that by the cost to buy a case. Drinks in restaurants and food prices, just to name a few. Unbelievable profits. Inflation is 5% over the past 3 years down from 8% when costs skyrocketed. Price of gas for delivery? Inflation? Inflation has gone down slightly. Why haven’t costs gone down? They were quick to go up. Why do we accept this?

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Poetry Helps Turn O My Editor Brain and Figure Out the World

BY JULIE BLUE

I’ve been writing since I was very young. I used to ll pages with meaningless loops and squiggles before I actually knew how to read or write. In the second grade, I wrote a story about a haunted house and read it aloud for the class. A er that, I was hooked. My mom might still have that rst story somewhere.

My love of poetry didn’t come until college. I remember sitting in a little café at SUNY Brockport and writing my rst poems for one of my English classes. I think I tried to use a certain rhyme scheme and they sounded like greeting cards (read: they were awful). When I was introduced to free verse poetry, I fell in love. I found a way to express myself the way I wanted to with no rules I had to follow. On a whim, I submitted a poem to Jigsaw, the literary publication of SUNY Brockport, and won rst place. A er that, I was in love with poetry and excited about it.

In 2002, I tagged along with a friend to a Valentine’s Day open mic at e Hungerford Gallery in Rochester. at was my rst experience reading my poetry for other people. It was scary and wonderful at the same time. I started attending Pure Kona open mic regularly. It’s either the oldest or one of the oldest continuously running open mic nights in Rochester. Norm Davis started it in 1993, and it’s taken place in lots of places over the years. When I started going, it was at Daily Perks on Gregory Street; today it’s found a home at Equal Grounds on South Ave (Wednesday nights at 7pm).

Poetry is a powerful tool for me. It was my therapy before I had an actual therapist. It lets me get those troubling or torturous or confusing thoughts out of my head and onto the page. Poetry lets me share my human experience with the world. It helps me gure things out. Sometimes it helps me simply express love, passion, or humor in more intimate ways. Where words o en get stuck on my tongue, I nd they ow out freely on a blank page or screen.

I frequently get “writer’s block” when writing ction, but that’s rarely the case when journaling or writing poetry. I’m also an editor, so I’m always looking for new ways to turn o my editor brain and just get the words out. Poetry is a great way to do that.

In 2011, I started a ction and poetry blog on WordPress called By Julie Blue. I still post poetry there when the mood strikes. Sometimes I go months without writing at all. I tend to write poetry about whatever is on my mind, or stuck in there, whatever that may be (love, my children, relationships, politics, death, nature, fear, alcoholism, complex emotions, joy).

Over the years, since that rst publication in Jigsaw, I’ve been published in a number of poetry anthologies. One day I hope to publish or self-publish my own collection or chapbook - if I can ever stop editing myself and call it “done.” For now, some of my poetry lives online and even more of it sleeps in my collection of pretty notebooks, paper scraps, and old envelopes I grab when nothing else is around. I nd my favorite time to write is in the early morning when the rest of my household is still asleep and the world outside is just waking up.

I nd that writing also helps me learn more about myself, my past, and what I want out of life. It’s a form of meditation. Julie Blue lives in Canandaigua, NY with her two children, Piper and Jack. She blogs at byjulieblue.com.

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Heart Mechanics

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2. SCIENCE: Apollo astronauts reported that the Moon smelled like what substance?

3. GEOGRAPHY: How many stars are on the Australian flag?

4. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president killed a man who insulted him in a duel?

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6. TELEVISION: “The Brady Bunch” features how many blended family members?

7. LANGUAGE: What is the official language of the United States?

8. U.S. STATES: What is the state capital of Rhode Island?

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ADVICE FOR A SUCCESSFUL CAREER CHANGE

Individuals change jobs for many reasons, including greater professional satisfaction, money or a change of location. The financial experts at The Balance say that people change jobs more frequently than many people may think, noting today’s average worker changes jobs 12 times during his or her career.

It is not uncommon for workers to change careers several times in a lifetime. The notion that the job a person starts out in directly after graduation is the one that he or she will have for the rest of his or her life - or at the very least, several years - is no longer the norm. Many younger workers migrate between jobs for greater compensation and fulfillment. Older workers, too, are faced with career stagnation. A survey from the University of Phoenix School of Business found 59 percent of working adults say they’re interested in taking the leap of a midlife career change.

Once the idea for a career change has been planted in a person’s mind, he or she may be anxious to jump right in. However, career coaches and other experts say that it is better to take the transition slowly and confirm that changing careers is truly the path to take. Finding the right time for the transition is equally important.

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