BEGIN AGAIN RESCUES AND REHABILITATES LOCAL HORSES

BY DANNY LINSNER

Unfortunately for Timmy, more tragedy would strike. e family’s patriarch passed away and the family was forced to sell the house and move, leaving Timmy behind. e family found Timmy had been sold to an unknown buyer and the family had no leads to Timmy’s whereabouts.

A er four years of searching, a family friend was searching Begin Again’s website when she noticed the picture of a horse that looked like Timmy. Even though the horse had a di erent color, she knew it was Timmy and she told the family as much. e family returned to Begin Again and signed the paperwork to bring Timmy to their new home, where he has been ever since.

As the old saying goes, all good things must come to an end. However, at the Begin Again Horse Rescue in Lima, that doesn’t have to be the case. e horse rescue, as their name suggests, provides abandoned or struggling horses a chance at a better life through rehabilitation and a chance to have a ful lling life for many years to come.

Located in Lima on Route 15A near the intersection with Woodru Road, the farm consists of horses found to be neglected or abused. rough the help of volunteers, these horses are adopted and rehabbed, and then sent to other places where they can receive proper care from a loving family.

e Begin Again Horse Rescue is only a temporary home for horses, so that means horses are constantly coming and going from the farm. e Horse Rescue usually accepts horses from private owners, county horse facilities, or from livestock auctions where the horse will most likely be sold to slaughter.

Most horses adopted by Begin Again Horse Rescue come from within a two-hour radius of the farm, which allows the farm to adopt horses to local farms and families. Many horses have gone on to be successful outside the rescue.

Last year, one horse adopted from BAHR, Holy Smoke, competed in Harrisburg, PA in the Horse World Expo in the Rescued to Stardom Training challenge. e BAHR sends a horse to this expo every year.

Other horses’ success outside of the horse rescue include Timmy, adopted by Begin Again in 2016 a er its previous owner could not manage the horse’s health. Timmy was 100 pounds underweight and had skin and eye infections. He started his rehab assignment with BAHR and in 2017, he was sent to a family looking for a 4-H mount.

However, this went poorly, and the family had to send Timmy back to Begin Again. Many at the rescue thought Timmy would spend the rest of his life at Begin Again, but that would prove not to be the case.

In 2018, another local family was looking for a horse to adopt and Timmy seemed a good t for them. e family trained Timmy for show, and he participated in AQHA shows and at the New York State Fair. However, Timmy’s demeanor prevented him from showing for long and the family decided it would be fruitless to force Timmy to do something he didn’t want to do.

Another project Begin Again Horse Rescue participates in is Project Microchip, which started in 2021. Placing a microchip on horses tracks them a er they leave the horse rescue to identify them if they ever get lost. e microchips also track horses’ diseases and to prevent their spread. e chip is inserted into the le side of the horses’ neck, with which insertion BAHR says the horses feel no pain.

BAHR has been recognized nationally for their work in horse rehabilitation. ey received Guardian status from the Equus Foundation, received grants from the ASPCA and the Doris Day Foundation, and was named the 2020 Horse Rescue of the Year by the Equis Saves Foundation.

e Begin Again Horse Rescue is completely run by volunteers, except for daily caretakers, and survives solely on donations from the general population.

To volunteer, you must sign a liability agreement on the BAHR website and attend a Saturday morning two-hour orientation. Volunteers under the age of 14 must have parental supervision, and all volunteers are limited to one shi a week, either in the morning or a ernoon.

To contact BAHR, email info@beginagainrescue.org or call (585) 322-2427.

LIFE IS LOUD—BUT YOU CAN STILL

ENJOY

A Quiet Home

(NAPSI)—Home life is changing, so sound dampening is more important than ever. Life is getting louder inside and around the home. Televisions, home theaters, computers and video games blare from almost every room. Family cell phones ring or buzz. Life gets loud.

So much so, in fact, that the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders says as many as 26 million Americans have high-frequency hearing loss likely caused by exposure to excessive noise. Excessive noise is also linked to tinnitus, sleep deprivation, cardiovascular disease and an increased risk of mental illness. A German study found that depression and anxiety increased as annoyance from noise increased. Fortunately, there can be a way to protect yourself and your family. Your home’s insulation can do more than keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The right kind can help transform your home into a quiet retreat and sanctuary from the outside world.

The next time you have the opportunity to reinsulate your home, soundproofing insulation can be an excellent choice to help you escape everyday noise. Stone wool insulation is a top choice for professional recording studios since it’s an excellent acoustic barrier that actually absorbs the sound. One, Rockwool Safe ‘n’ Sound stone wool insulation, is a performance-tested product that provides higher sound absorption against low-frequency (bass) ranges that other types of insulation struggle to block. In addition, it’s:

• Easily cut

• Noncombustible, with a melting point of approximately 2,150° F

• Fire resistant

• Not likely to rot or promote the growth of fungi or mildew

• Water and moisture resistant.

For great soundproofing results, you can install the stone wool insulation in your home theater, basement, home office, laundry room, furnace room and even the washrooms. Its high-density and unique fiber structure reduces noise traveling from one room to another.

Learn More: For further facts, visit www.rockwool.com/products/safensound.

Dansville Lions Club

Singers Wanted

Do you like to sing and have fun doing so?

We welcome you to join the chorus for the Dansville Lions Club’s 49th Annual Show, “Spring Break” on April 20, 21, and 22.

Rehearsals, under the direction of Laurie Fox, are held on Monday evenings at 7:00 in the North Dansville Town Hall auditorium beginning March 6.

Defensive Driving Tips

(NAPSI)—These five tips can help you be prepared for the perils of the road.

1. Know Your Car. Like people, each car has a unique personality. Some features work better than others, and conditions can cause a vehicle to react a certain way. Knowing your car’s limits and behavior patterns can help you predict how it will respond in certain situations. How long does it take you to stop and how much pressure is required on the brake pedal? What’s your turn radius? Does your vehicle lean when you round a corner? Does it quake when you hit a certain speed? Knowing the answers can help you avoid accidents.

2. Use Extreme Caution During a Lane Change. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that one of the most common causes of two-lane auto accidents is unsafe lane changes.

3. Know Your Blind Spots. Most cars have at least one line of vision that’s not clearly evident in the rearview or side mirrors. Even carefully placed mirrors often cannot cover every possible angle. Move the side mirrors far outward so that the angle of view barely overlaps the view of the rearview mirror.

4. Keep Your Hands on the Wheel. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration now advocates keeping your hands at the 9 and 3 o’clock positions instead of 10 and 2 because of air bags.

5. Keep Up on Maintenance. Routine work on your auto, like oil changes, fluid refills and tire rotations, can make all the difference in your car’s drivability.

Learn More: For further facts and tips about good driving from the experts at Driving-Tests, founded on the universal belief that everyone can be a safe driver, go to https://driving-tests.org. There, budding drivers can also learn how to pass the written test the first time.

SENIOR NEWS By Matilda Charles

Is It Taxable?

A er preparing my own taxes annually for over 40 years, I’m about to have someone else do them for me for the rst time. is is not without concerns, of course, but the people who volunteer to prepare taxes at the senior center are trained. ey’re part of the AARP income tax assistance program, which means they’re IRS-certi ed and therefore will know about any recent changes to tax law ... which will be handy at this point.

As of this writing, the IRS is telling people to hold o sending in their tax returns for 2022. e reason: So many states handed out so many types of money during the pandemic that the IRS isn’t sure yet what is and isn’t taxable. For example, checks designated as “rebates” might or might not be taxable. A Covid disaster emergency relief check is not. However, in some cases, the issue is complicated by whether you do or do not itemize. People in at least 22 states are caught in this dilemma.

If you haven’t done your taxes yet and want help, or if you want to make a note for next year, do an online search for “AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Locator.” Once on the site, scroll down and enter your ZIP code or town in the search eld to nd the locations near you.

Be sure to ask about the forms you’ll need to pick up and ll out before your appointment, and whether you’ll be going inside or waiting in the parking lot.

e other good news is that this AARP service is free. For me it means I don’t need to spend $50 once again to buy the computer so ware and do it myself and hope I haven’t made an error somewhere ... perhaps with guessing wrong about whether that state check I received is or isn’t taxable.

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Creative Ways For Small Town Residents To Give Back

Giving back to one’s community is a great way for men and women to make use of their talents and foster strong towns and cities. Volunteering opportunities abound in big cities, but small town residents may not have as many options as they look for ways to give back.

Small town residents looking to give back may need to create their own opportunities if the options available to them do not suit their fancies. Contact local schools. Teachers, afterschool caregivers and coaches can always use some helping hands. Contact local schools to determine if there is any way to help out. Prospective volunteers might be able to read to young children, serve as assistant coaches for youngsters’ sports teams or even help tend to playing fields. Small town school budgets tend to be stretched thin, so chances are local educators will welcome citizens looking to pitch in with open arms.

Start a program through your place of employment. Another way for small town residents to give back to their communities is to begin a mentoring or internship program through their places of employment. Once their employers give the go-ahead, men and women can begin working with local high schools and/or colleges to develop programs that encourage youngsters to gain professional experience that can benefit them as they apply to college or graduate school or prepare to begin their own careers. Start a volunteering group. Small town residents without much access to volunteering programs can organize groups through their offices or neighborhoods. Organize groups willing to pitch in with charities such as Habitat for Humanity®. Group leaders can arrange transportation to work sites for members of the group while working as liaisons between their community groups and the organizations they choose to work with.

Work with area hospitals. Similar to school districts, many hospitals would struggle to meet their missions of providing compassionate care if not for the contributions of volunteers. Contact area hospitals to learn about volunteering. Some may need volunteers to read to sick children, while others may need help keeping elderly patients company.

• Hospeace House In Naples: Serving Naples and surrounding communities in a two bedroom comfort care home. Donate to e Wild ower Challenge to defray operation costs and volunteer for resident care, cleaning, cooking and shopping. Visit Hospeacehouse.org or call 585-374-2090

• 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.

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

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

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

• Serenity House of Victor: A two-bed comfort care home serving residents with end-of-life care. Serenity House needs volunteers to share their time & talent through providing resident care, building & grounds maintenance, or fundraising support. Come join our team! Share your most valuable gi – yourself ! Please contact the Director at serenityhousevictor@gmail.com or call 585-729-7617.

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

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

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

Charitable Organizations and Nonprofits can submit requests at gvpennysaver.com under ‘Share

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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 Rochester, NY 14614

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Wayland Express Mart & Storage

Will sell at public auction for CREDIT only the personal property stored in ALL STORAGE UNITS at this facility. e auction will take place at Noon on Friday, March 10, 2023.

Facility address is 2341 NY-63 Wayland, NY 14572

STUDY WHAT YOU LOVE—ENTREPRENEURSHIP AS THE PATH TO SUCCESS AND FULFILLMENT

(NAPSI)—The United States has long been considered a leader in entrepreneurial pursuits, with everyone from ambitious self-starters to certified moguls making their way here from around the globe to transform dreams into realities. According to the Global Entrepreneurship Development Institute, the United States provides the best environment for cultivating entrepreneurship, ranking first out of 138 countries. On the flip side, however, first-time business owners have only an 18 percent chance of succeeding.

So how to bridge the gap between the dreamers and the triumphant? If you’re a student looking for a way to make your passion into your career, you may be glad to learn there’s a college program that can put you on the right path, while also providing you with a classic liberal arts education. The new Entrepreneurship minor course of study at Pennsylvania’s Lycoming College provides a modern approach to a liberal arts education, while preparing students to start a company of their own, to work for another entrepreneurial company or to be more entrepreneurial within a larger company.

The program is headed by Marshall D. Welch III, the Sloter Endowed Chair in Entrepreneurship at Lycoming College, who is an accomplished entrepreneur with extensive experience advising and managing organizations, merger integration and emerging growth companies. He also approaches entrepreneurship differently from others. Welch believes that entrepreneurship, at its core, is finding and creating value, and that studying entrepreneurship as an academic discipline helps students learn to be innovative in whatever field they ultimately pursue.

In less than one year, Lycoming College’s entrepreneurship classes have become a sought-after, valued addition to many students’ class schedules. The program is built on the notion that any student’s core education, regardless of academic major, can be augmented with the practical knowledge and skills necessary to take a business idea to fruition, such as innovation, digital marketing, intellectual property and financial skills.

“My No. 1 objective is to create a world-class experience for students by joining the liberal arts with entrepreneurship,” said Welch. “I believe that the core knowledge of any entrepreneur is first his or her primary field of study, whether that is biology, archaeology, music or any of the other majors at Lycoming. Then add the practical knowledge and skills necessary to help our students become successful entrepreneurs or even work for entrepreneurial companies.”

Firmly grounded in the liberal arts, the College has modernized its approach to higher education by offering courses that better prepare students for the 21st century.

Still in its infancy, the program is already attracting well-known speakers to campus. Jay Ducote, celebrity chef and restaurateur, who has appeared on Food Network and Travel Channel, recently lectured to the College community on how he followed his passion and took risks on his road to success.

“Lycoming is resolute in its mission to offer students a 21st-century education, and I believe our entrepreneurship offerings are an important part of that charge. Thinking deeply and making bold decisions to do something the world has never seen, while also staying true to your passions, accurately describes the students at this institution—a truth that also closely aligns with the principles of entrepreneurship,” said Welch. Learn More: For further facts or to register, go to www.lycoming.edu.

Cohocton Public Library

8 Maple Ave. • 585-384-5170 www.cohoctonlibrary.org

Hrs.: Mon., Wed., Fri. 1pm-7pm; Tues., Thurs. 10am-7pm; Sat. 10am-2pm

Dansville Public Library

200 Main St., Dansville, 585.335.6720 www.dansville.lib.ny.us

Hrs.: Mon.-Thurs. 10am-8pm; Fri. 10am-5pm; Sat. 9am-1pm

E.J. Cottrell Memorial Library

30 Main St., Atlanta, NY 585-534-5030

Hrs.: Mon., Tues. 10am-8pm; Wed., Thurs., Fri. 10am-5pm; Closed Sat., Sun.

Wayland Free Library

101 W. Naples St. • 585-728-5380 www.gunlockelibrary.org

Hrs.: Mon.-Thurs. 10am-6pm; Fri. 12pm-5pm; Sat. 10am-noon

Here’s

WaylandFreeLibrary:

Library Hours: Mon-Thurs.10am-6pm Fri12:00to5:00pm Sat.10am12pm

StorytimeTuesdays10am. Tween/TeenClubMondays@3:30 pm.

GratitudeSharingGathering,Mondaysat11am

DécoronaDimeMarch8that6pm

Spaceislimited,calltoregister (585)728-5380

BookSaleMarch15th-18th

STEAMStudiosPresents:March21st at4:30pmSpaceislimited,callto register(585)728-5380

How-toFestivalMarch25th3-5pm

StaytunedonFacebookor gunlockelibrary.orgforthelatestinformation.

Avon

LivingstonCountyLegends Youth FootballOrganizationNEWSpringFootballLeague:Try OutsforLCMilitaryTeam11u. HeldSunday,March12,1-3pm. Arrive1hourearlyforregistration. $20tryoutfee.TotalSportsExperience,880ElmgroveRd.Rochester, NY14624.Opentoages9-11. Playersmustbeunderage12asof 7/31/23.Questions?Email: LCYTfootball@gmail.com

Cohocton

SpaghettiDinnerFundraiser: Saturday, March4th2023from 4pmtilsoldoutattheCohocton AmericanLegion,6WilcoxSt., Cohocton.Cost:$10perticket (cashonly).Specialthankyouto TheBakeryatMLCakesandCatering(WaylandNY),WaylandFire Department,PerkinsvilleFire Department,CohoctonLegionand WaylandFoodMartfortheirgeneroussupportofourfundraiser.

Dansville

OvereatersAnonymousMeetings - OvereatersAnonymous(OA) isacommunityofpeoplewho supporteachotherinorderto recoverfromcompulsiveeatingand foodbehaviors.Wewelcomeeveryonewhofeelstheyhaveaproblem withfood.JoinusattheDansville PublicLibraryonThursdaysat6:30 pm.

DansvilleSeniorNutritionProgramWeekofFebruary27-March2, 2023

Monday:Goulash,Peas&Onions, Cauliflower,WheatBreadSlice, TropicalFruit,LornaDoones

Tuesday:ShreddedBBQPork, RoastedPotatoes,Broccoli,Black Beans,WheatRoll,Pineapple

Wednesday:ChickenVeggieStir Fry,WhiteRice,SugarSnapPeas, Peaches,OrangeJell-O,AppleJuice

Thursday:SalisburySteakwith Gravy,MashedPotatoes,Capri BlendVegetables,WheatRoll, FreshApple SiteClosedonFriday (585)335-8130

DCSWallofPrideInduction

Seeking nominationsforthe upcominginductiontobeheldon Saturday,October21,2023.Please submitnominationapplicationsby June1,2023onformsobtainedat theDansvilleCentralSchoolDistrict Office(337MainSt.)oravailable ontheDistrictwebsitewww. dansvillecsd.orgundertheCommunitytab,FoundationforDansville Education.

Geneseo

VeteranPlus1-PaintPlatoonMarch 5,3pm.Wewillcreateour owninterpretationofaselected pieceofartundertheguidanceof localartistJillRossboroughather ArtsmartStudioinGeneseo,NY. Wewilllearn,becreativeandenjoy thecomraderyoffellowveterans. RSVPisrequiredandcanbedone inmanyways;visitourwebsiteand clickontheeventlink,callortext 585-200-9742,oremailrwolter@ vocwny.org.Approvedattendees willreceiveanemailfromusto confirmyourseat.Ifyoudonotsee aresponsefromus,checkyour SPAM/Junkinboxorcontactusvia phoneandletusknow.

Hemlock

TeenTheatreClasses- Beginning March 7theveryTuesdayuntilApril 25ththeLittleLakesCommunity Center,4705S.MainSt.Hemlock, willbeofferingTeenTheatre Classes5:30-7:3PM.Focusingon: 1.WhatIsTheatre.2.Movement andSpace.3.Where,MyEnvironment.4.Who,MyCharacterDevelopment.5.Why,WhatIsMyMotivation?Studentswillbedoing improvworkandpickingouttwo monologuestoworkonforafamilyandfriendspresentationatthe endoftheeightweeksession. Eightclasses$175.00,dueatsignuponthefirstdayofclass.Class limitedtoeightteenswithaminimumoffour.http://www. littlelakesny.org

VeteranPlus1Photography Group - March14.Comejoinus andlearnthebasicsofphotographyfromalocalprofessional photographer.Wewillmeetonthe secondTuesdayofthemonthat LittleLakesCommunityCenter 6-8pm,bringacamera,phoneor notebook.RSVPcanbedonein manyways;visitourwebsiteand clickontheeventlink,callortext 585-200-9742,oremailrwolter@ vocwny.org.Requestswillreceive anemailfromustoconfirmyour seat.Wehopetoseeyouthere.If youdonotseearesponsefromus, checkyourSPAM/Junkinboxor contactusviaphoneandletus know.

FlowertoFlowerHerbalCrafts and GiftsClass- Thefocusofthis herbalclassisoneco-friendly springcleaning.Participantswill makeasoftscrub,laundrysoap, andaroomspray.JoinusonMarch 11thfrom10:00-12:00atLittle LakesCommunityCenter,4705S. MainSt.Hemlock.Costforthe classis$35.00andincludesall materialsforthreemakeandtakes. Pre-registerbyMarch3rdusing VenmoorPayPal.Foradditional informationcallKateAghaghiriat 585-261-1937.

Livonia

Take-outSpaghettiDinner at the UnitedMethodistChurchof Livonia,21SummerSt,Livoniaon Wednesday,March8,4:30-6:00PM (oruntilsoldout).Spaghetti,sauce, meatballs,undressedsalad,and garlicbread.Donationsaccepted.

Mount Morris

VeteranPlus1-BowlingBrigade: Veterans, youenjoyedour lastone,andnowit’sback!We lookforwardtoseeingourVeteran’sandoneofyoursupporter’s comeoutandjoinusforsome bowling,food,andfunatMt.MorrisLanesinMt.MorrisonFebruary 26,1-3pm.RSVPisrequiredand canbesubmittedmultipleways. Visitourwebsite,www.livcovets. com,andclicktheRSVPlink,orby calling/textingoremailingmeat 585-200-9742orrwolter@vocwny. org.Spaceislimitedsowatchfor ouremailtoconfirmyourattendance.Wehopetoseeyouthere.

VeteranPlus1-BowlingBrigade: We lookforwardtoseeing ourVeteran’sandoneofyour supporter’scomeoutandjoinus forsomebowling,foodandfun March11th,2-4pmatLivingston LanesinGeneseo.Veteranscan RSVPbyvisitingourwebsiteand clickingontheeventorbycalling, texting,oremailing585-200-9742 orrwolter@vocwny.org.Spaceis limitedsowatchforouremailto confirmyourattendance.Ifyoudo notseearesponsefromus,check yourSPAM/Junkinboxorcontact usviaphoneandletusknow.

St.Luke’stheEvangelistParishSt. Patrick’sDayDinnerand Dance:HeldMarch17,5-10pm, GeneseeRiverRestaurantand ReceptionCenter,134N.MainSt., Mt.Morris.EnjoyadelicioustraditionalSt.Patrick’sDaydinner.Dinnerwillbeservedat6PM.KelliJ Sperino-PeasefromCJCountryRadioisourDJfortheevening! Alwaysagreattime!Cashbar. Ticketsmustbepurchasedinadvance.Cost:$25perperson.ContactCathyattheParishOfficeat 585-245-110forticketstoday!

PIFFARD

VeteranPlus1-Warrior Wednesday Dinner: Comejoin us!It’sconfirmed,wewilldineat thehistoric,YardofAleinPiffard, NYMarch1st,6pm-8pm.RSVPis requiredandyoucandomany ways;visitourwebsiteandclickon theeventlink,callortext 585-200-9742,oremailrwolter@ vocwny.org.Approvedattendees willreceiveanemailfromusto confirmyourseat.Wehopetosee youthere.Pleasebeawarethatfor someindividualsouremailshave beengoingtotheirSPAM/Junk box.Ifyoudonotseearesponse fromus,checkyourSPAM/Junk inboxorcontactusviaphoneand letusknow.

SPRINGWATER BAKED ONION, GOAT CHEESE AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO DIP

20thAnnual“Boup”ChiliCookOff: Saturday, March11,2023.

OpenToThePublic.Heldatthe KernRobinsonAmericanLegion Post905,7998SchoolStreet, Springwater,(585-669-2300).IN MEMORYOFHARRYREYNOLDS, JR.ToEnter:DAYOFCOOK-OFF. EntryFee$5.00.Doorsopenat 4PMtodropoffChili.Judging startsat5PM.DrawingForPICK TABLE&50/50RAFFLEPRIZES

Starts@6PMandContinues

ThroughoutTheEvening.Most Original-$30.Hottest-$20. CrowdFavorite-$10.ComeShare YourRecipe&SampletheFREE CHILIANDHOTDOGSVOTEfor YourFavorite!

HikeOntarioCountyParkin

South Bristol- HikeandExplore thetrailsofOntarioCountyParkin

SouthBristolonSunday,February

26from2-4PMwithSpringwater Trails.Foradditionalinformation/ directions/updatesvisitthewebsite: springwatertrails.org

West Sparta

WestSpartaHistoricalSocietyKick Off2023! Weareproudto KickOff2023withaVeryInterestingTalkGivenbyStephenWinslow,theManageroftheMt.Morris Dam&RecreationAreafortheUS ArmyCorpsofEngineersonHurricaneAgnesinJuneof1972.So markyourCalendarsforFebruary 26that2PMattheWestSparta TownHall,8302KysorvilleByersvilleRd.ThisisaFREEevent, howeverspaceisLIMITED.ToReserveaseat,pleasecontactLisa@ 585-315-2053(leaveamessage)or MessageourFacebookpage@West SpartaHistoricalSociety.

Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Servings: 6

1 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Holland-Style Onions nonstick cooking spray

2 tablespoons chopped oil-packed, sun-dried tomatoes, divided

1 large clove garlic, minced

4 tablespoons sliced fresh basil, divided coarse ground black pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon oil from sun-dried tomatoes or olive oil, divided

1 log (8 ounces) goat cheese

1/2 teaspoon Mediterranean herb seasoning (optional) crackers (optional) flatbread (optional) pita chips (optional)

Heat oven to 350 F.

Drain onions well; pat dry.

Spray shallow, oven-proof dish (34-cup size) with nonstick cooking spray. Place onions in dish. Press with spatula to flatten and crush. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon tomatoes, garlic, 2 tablespoons basil and black pepper, to taste. Drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon oil. Cut goat cheese into 6-8 rounds. Arrange over onion mixture. Sprinkle with remaining tomatoes; drizzle with remaining oil. Sprinkle with herb seasoning, if desired. Bake uncovered 20-30 minutes, or until cheese is soft and mixture is bubbly. Sprinkle with remaining basil. Serve warm with crackers, flatbread or pita chips, if desired.

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BUDGET-FRIENDLY LOCAL ACTIVITIES: Paint and sip: Paint and sip events are fun, affordable ways to gather with friends. People who sign up for such events, which may be held in bars, restaurants, studios, or elsewhere, are guided step-by-step as they recreate a featured painting. Some paint and sip events allow guests to bring their own alcohol, while events held at bars or restaurants may provide alcohol for an extra cost.