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PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROM SNOW, ICE AND DAMAGE FROM THE COLD
Use a soft snow brush or a foambrush to clear snow off of the car.Avoid hard plastic scrapers you might use on your windshield, as they can scratchpaintedsurfaces.
Keep your vehicle’s gas tank at least half full at all times during the winter to decrease the chances of moisture forming in the gas lines andpossiblyfreezing.
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Exerciseisagreatwaytomaintain a healthy mind and body. Many people begin a new year by making resolutions to lose weight or build muscle. Too often, however, men and women get stuck in an exercise rut, following the same exercise routine week after week. Not only can this be boring, fitness experts advise that it’s necessary to change an exercise routine periodically to continue to see results. It’s one reason why many fitness clubs unveil new classes every few weeks. Just when you master the choreography of a class, it’s time to change! With repetition, the body adapts and grows accustomed to the routine, using less energy as a result. That can affect your ability to lose weight. Changing your workout forces your body to work harder, producing better results. If you exercise with a trainer, discuss ways to modify your normal routine to surprise your body. Increased intensity, interval training,adding sprints to running, taking different classes, or even increasing the frequency of your workoutsmaydothetrick.
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CANASERAGA: NEW LISTING! 6 Mill St. 3-4 bdrm., 2 full bath home on a lg. corner lot in the Village! Lg. backyard, wraparound porch, 2 car attached garage and the main roof is only 2 years old! Well cared for and move-in ready! $94,900 TEXT: H029137 TO: 843367
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2 large eggs, well beaten
1/4 cup chopped freshly parsley leaves
1/2 cup peanut oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1. In a large saucepan, boil the potatoes in lightly salted water to cover until fork tender. Remove from the heat and drain. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl and mash with a fork. Let cool.
2. Melt the butter over medium heat in a medium-size skillet. Add the onions, celery, bell peppers, salt, cayenne, black pepper, and Tabasco, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring until they turn pink, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.
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3. Combine the shrimp mixture with the potato mixture. Add the eggs and parsley and mix well. Let cool for 10 minutes.
4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Form the shrimp mixture into patties, using 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the mixture, depending on what size you desire, and pat lightly with the flour. Cook two to three at a time in the hot oil until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
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Entries Accepted: 1/24/25 to 1/31/2025
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Sue DeBruyne, Au.D. Doctor of Audiology
COMMON TRIGGERS FOR HEADACHES
Alcohol: According to the health care experts at the Mount Sinai Health System, ethanol is the key ingredient in alcohol. Ethanol is a diuretic that causes the body to lose salt, vitamins and minerals. When consumed in excess, alcohol can contribute to dehydration and chemical imbalances in the brain that lead to headaches. Headaches resulting from the overconsumption of alcohol can last anywhere from hours to days. Mount Sinai recommends individuals who suffer from headaches to avoid alcohol.
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Understanding the Mechanisms Behind a Nuclear Stress Test
DEAR DR. ROACH: I had a comment about your recent column on nuclear stress tests. As an 87-year-old person who has experienced atrial fibrillation and a mild stroke, I have had two nuclear stress tests done. In both cases, I told the supervising nurse I wanted to go to the max limits that they would allow. Even though I attempted to prepare by briskly walking up the hill close to my home and thought I was doing well on the treadmill, I failed to reach the final parameters that they were seeking.
To get me there, I was injected with something (the name escapes me) that is supposed to achieve the same result as the final stage of a nuclear stress test. As I recall the discussion, the nurse stated that many couldn’t get as far as I did. Medications were a way for them to obtain the needed results. -- J.M.
ANSWER: Stress testing may be done for several reasons, but the most common is to determine whether there are blockages in the arteries in the heart that are severe enough to limit blood flow. When ordering a stress test, the clinician has to decide how to stress the heart and get information from it.
In people who can exercise (meaning they don’t have an orthopedic or neurological condition that keeps them from being able to move), then using exercise is the best approach in almost all cases. Exercise is safer since you can stop doing it at any time, and it also provides useful information. People who can exercise for a longer time (9 minutes on a standard protocol called a Bruce) have a very good prognosis; whereas if you can’t make it to 3 minutes, this is a poor prognosis.
The treadmill gets steeper and faster every 3 minutes on a Bruce protocol so that eventually even an Olympic athlete has to give up. The goal is to get to maximum exercise where a person simply can’t go any further. The person who runs the stress test looks for any sign of incipient heart damage through an electrocardiogram (EKG), a blood pressure monitor, or symptoms so that the test can be stopped if it seems dangerous.
Despite trying really hard, some people cannot get their heart rate and blood pressure high enough where the stress test can diagnose heart disease. In this case, the exercise stress test is converted to a pharmacologic stress test. A medication, such as dobutamine, is given to make the heart beat faster and stronger until the adequate workload is achieved.
Many of my patients tell me that this is uncomfortable, and more than once, I have heard someone say, “My heart was going to jump out of my chest.” If there are signs of danger, the medication can be stopped, and in some cases, a reversal agent is given.
Once the heart is at an adequate level of exertion,abnormalities in the blood flow can be detected by the EKG. However, the test’s sensitivity can be improved by looking at blood flow through a radioactive chemical injected in the blood, which can measure blood flow to various regions of the heart more precisely. The sensitivity can also be improved by examining the heart’s wall movement through echocardiography. In other cases, a more limited stress test is done to determine the safety of exercise. This is often done after a heart attack to determine which exercises a person can do as part of their cardiac rehab.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to
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Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief.
At this 13-week group, you’ll receive valuable guidance and tips, leading you to relief, comfort and peace of mind.
Starts: Monday, March 10th @ 6pm for 13 weeks 21 Summers St • Livonia, NY 14487
To Register go to Griefshare.org and click on “Find a Group”
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Tax experts say Americans should now have documents needed to file their taxes, but filing choices differ. When do you typically file your taxes?
23.1% As soon as I receive my documents
30.8% Last minute, running down the clock to April 15
46.2% Depending on my circumstances each year
There’s so much happening at your local libraries!
Cohocton Public Library
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Dansville Public Library
200 Main St., Dansville • 585-335-6720 www.dansville.lib.ny.us
Take-outSpaghettiDinner at the UnitedMethodistChurchof Livonia,21SummerSt,Livoniaon Wednesday,February12,4:306:00PM(oruntilsoldout).Spaghetti,sauce,meatballs,undressed salad,andgarlicbread.Donations accepted.
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I prefer winter and Fall, when you feel the bone structure of the landscape — the loneliness of it, the dead feeling of winter. Something waits beneath it, the whole story doesn’t show. ~ Andrew Wyeth
Make things easy for customers: Cash was once king at community festivals and marketplaces, but the convenience of plastic and even touch-less payments has long since replaced hard currency as consumers’ preferred method of payment. In fact, a recent study from Visa found that contact-less payment usage in the United States grew by 150 percent between March 2019 and March 2020. Card readers are inexpensive and easy to use. Businesses can still accept cash payments, as accepting both cash and card increases the chances of making more money.
Where Knowledge Grows
February 2025
FEBRUARY IS LIBRARY LOVERS’ MONTH!
More an Just Books Your OWWL library card gives you access to Kanopy, a free streaming video service. Check it out today to plan the perfect night in with your sweetheart.
Rescheduled Events Originally scheduled for the last week of January, the Baby Rave (02/25, 6pm) and Teen Murder Mystery Dinner (02/20, 6pm) have been rescheduled. Visit the online calendar to update or add your registration.
Take Your Child To e Library Day – Feb. 1st: Celebrate this national event by visiting and exploring the many ways to enjoy the library as a family.
Couples’ Date Night – Feb. 14th @ 4pm: Join us for a prelude to your Valentine’s Day evening plans. Make chocolate-covered strawberries for your sweetie and enjoy a game of “ e Great Library Hunt.” Registration is required.
Holiday Hours – Feb. 17th: e Library will be closed in honor of Presidents’ Day.
Winter Walking Workshop – Feb. 18th @ 1pm: Hear from a local state park manager on the many ways to enjoy our local natural wonders during the winter months. Register for this in-person session via our online calendar.
Speed Friending – Feb. 27th @ 5pm: Have you heard of Speed Dating? Have you ever wished you had a friend for a random hobby? Enter Speed Friending. Register online and join us for a rapid-fire chance to find your next friend.
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REGULAR PROGRAMMING e following activities occur monthly and are open to all community members. Some may require pre-registration (*) to ensure adequate space and materials. Check out our online calendar for details & to register for events: bit.ly/ DansvilleLibraryCalendar
• Footnotes Walking Club – NEW Every Monday @ 10am: meet at the library entrance for a light walk around town. No reading required; all ages.
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TOWN OF WEST SPARTA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
will hold a public meeting on February 12, 2025 at 6:30 pm for a variance request for front setback from highway Buck Rd., Dansville, N.Y. 14437 for applicant Aaron Farrell. e meeting will be held at 8302 Kysorville/Byersville Rd., Dansville, N.Y. 14437
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HOME FIRE RISKS INCREASE AS WEATHER COOLS (NAPSI)—The fall and winter seasons bring cooler temperatures,holidays,and images of cozy nights by the fireplace. Yet the change in seasons also comes withthechanceof severeweatherandan increaseinfirerisks.AccordingtotheU.S. Fire Administration, more home fires occur in winter than in any other season. “Holiday decorations, space heaters, generators, and fireplaces all present fire hazards if not properly used and maintained,” said Steve Hirsch, chair of the National Volunteer Fire Council. “Residents should be aware of the dangers and take the steps to make sure their families and homes are protected.” Follow these tips to minimize home fire and safety risks:
• Install smoke alarms in every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every level of the home. Test monthly to ensure they work.
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DID YOU KNOW? When nurses go to work each day, many report to hospitals while others work at private practices. For others, a day at the office takes place at research labs. According to the online nursing resource Nurse.org, research nurses develop and implement studies to investigate and provide information on new medications, vaccinations and medical procedures. Research nurses, sometimes referred to as clinical nurse researchers or nurse researchers, typically have advanced degrees, and many first work as research assistants, clinical data collectors and/or clinical research monitors to gain some practical experience as they pursue or consider pursuing their degrees.Some research nurses even conduct independent research,though Nurse.org notes that such professionals need advanced degrees such as an MSN or Ph.D. to pursue such a path. More information about becoming a research nurse can be found at www.Nurse.org.
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• Install carbon monoxide alarms and test them at least once a month.
• Know where the gas, electric, and water main shut-off controls are and how to use them.
• Place fire extinguishers in the kitchen, garage, and living room, and make sure all household members know how to use them.
• Develop a home fire escape plan and practice it with the entire family.
• Keep portable generators outside and away from the home.
• Install a screen in front of each fireplace or wood stove. Store cooled ashes in a metal container outside the home.
• Have chimneys professionally inspected and cleaned every year.
• Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from fireplaces, radiators, space heaters, or other heat source.
• Never leave lit candles unattended, and keep them out of the reach of children and pets.
• If using a live Christmas tree, keep it adequatelywateredandgetridof itafter Christmas or when it gets dry.
Residents can also take an active role in protecting their communities from hazards such as fires, medical emergencies, and much more. Fire departmentsacrossthecountryarelooking for volunteers to serve as firefighters, EMS providers,and auxiliary members.
“The majority of firefighters in the U.S. are volunteers—neighbors helping neighbors in an incredible and rewarding way,” said Hirsch. “We need more people to answer the call to serve.”
Training is provided by the department, and volunteers can serve in a variety of roles, from providing life-saving emergency response services to conducting fire prevention programs and disaster preparedness planning.
Learn more and find a volunteer fire service opportunity by going to www.MakeMeAFirefighter.org.
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DearAmazingPerson
Thank you, thank you, thank you to the wonderful person who found and turned in my anniversay ring at the Geneseo Walmart on February 1st. I was absolutely heartsick when I realized it was missing. You are a wonderful, amazing and honest person and have proven to me that there are still great people in this world!
You are an angel in my eyes!
On Friday, a couple of weeks ago, I came out of Tops in Dansville and my car wouldn’t start. Tried a couple of times and due to the radio and heat being on and because it was about 11 degrees out it just wouldn’t! A young lady knocked on my window and asked if I needed help. I said my car won’t start, and she said give me 10 minutes, I’ll go home and get my jumper cables. She drove away in a fairly new Ford pickup and sure enough she came back. By that time my car recouped enough power to start. I ran over to tell her it started and thanked her. I can’t tell you how much that meant to an older person that this young person would be so kind! I didn’t get her name but I certainly would know her if I saw her again! Thank you!
RemarkableYoungLady
A-Salted
While I do appreciate having safe roads to drive on during snowy winter weather, I am dismayed at the amount of salt that coats the roads in our village and town. Not only is it terrible for the environment, it is a waste of taxpayer money, not just for the salt but with the price of fuel.
Plows are out on roads that are clear of snow at all hours of the day and night (can you say overtime?). I passed 6 plows on a 15 minute drive to a nearby town last night. Highway departments, please show some restraint and implement sensible salting and plowing policies!
TurntheLightsOn
A [Local Pharmacy Location] has had their outside lights and light poles out for months and it isn't safe. Turned around the corner to leave the building by the dumpster and a man walked out in the dark. I have written a letter, wrote their corp. office and nothing. They keep saying they have put in a ticket.
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This is Harley,
our 6 month old Cavachon puppy. He loves blueberries, stealing socks, and playing with his cousin Daisy the Boston Terrier. But above all he is a huge cuddle bug & loves a warm lap!
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HOUSEBREAKING PUPPIES
Arguably one of the most challenging - and often frustrating - components about puppyhood is training the dog to use the outdoors for bathroom needs. It’s easy to underestimate the time involved in housebreaking a puppy. The Humane Society of America says puppies typically can control their bladders for one hour for every month of age. That means if the dog is three months old, he can hold it for about three hours.
SIGNS YOUR PET HAS FLEAS
Pale gums: Pale gums are a sign of anemia and indicate that a pet has a severe flea infestation. The dog or cat simply cannot reproduce red blood cells as fast as they’re drained by voracious fleas.
Send us a photo! and a brief write-up of your pet and we’ll feature it!
Submit at: gvpennysaver.com under Share With Us or mail to: P.O. Box 340, Avon, NY 14414. Pets will be published at discretion of GVPS.
By Sam Mazotta
Cold weather can be deadly for outdoor cats
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I care for a rescued barn cat who refuses to come indoors -- she will come onto the porch for food and water, and let me pet her, but that’s about it. I was able to get “Gertie” spayed a few years back, so that’s no longer a problem. However, I worry about her in the cold weather. What do you recommend to keep outdoor cats from suffering in freezing temperatures? -- Caroline in Roanoke, Virginia
DEAR CAROLINE: Shelter is important during the coldest months of the year, and even if an outdoor cat has survived OK in past winters, that can change -- especially as they get older.
Food, water and shelter are the three biggest things you can provide to help an outdoor cat survive and remain healthy during the winter.Place fresh water in a container that won’t freeze easily, such as a thick-walled dish.
The Humane Society of the United States recommends building (or purchasing) an outdoor cat shelter that is appropriatefortheirsize--nottoosnug,butnotsolargethat it can’t hold in the cat’s body heat (www.humanesociety. org/resources/how-care-outdoor-cats-winter).
You can line the inside of the shelter with Mylar sheets that reflect body heat even better. For bedding, an old pillowcase filled with packing peanuts or crumpled newspaper is helpful, or you can use straw. Place the shelter near where you’ve observed the cat resting, or try placing it on the porch next to her food and water. (Don’t put water inside the shelter in case it spills.)
Remove and replace bedding every couple of weeks to keep things fresh and help maintain warmth. Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com. (c) 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.
HOME IMPROVEMENT
CELEBRATE ENERGY STAR DAY - EVERY DAY
(NAPSI)—Every Fall, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) celebrates ENERGY STAR Day to raise awareness about the benefits of saving energy today, tomorrow, and for good.
The typical household spends about $2,000 a year on energy bills. American consumers interested in saving money on their utility bills can look for the blue ENERGY STAR label to identify products—in categories such as electronics, appliances, smart thermostats, and lighting-that have been independently certified to use less energy. According to the EPA, outfitting your home with these products could save you 30 percent—or about $575—on your household energy bills, while avoiding more than 5,500 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.
Utilities, product manufacturers, and retailers around the country join the celebration and offer special deals that help make energy efficiency accessible and affordable for everyone. In some communities, manufacturers of ENERGY STAR certified light bulbs work with electric utilities to provide low-cost LED bulbs at major discount and DIY retailers. For more information visit www.energystar.gov/SaveForGood.
Since 1992, ENERGY STAR and its partners have helped American families and businesses save nearly 4 trillion kilowatt-hours of electricity and achieve over 3 billion metric tons of greenhouse gas reductions.
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CARE FOR TOOLS PROPERLY
Homeowners often choose to save money and learn valuable skills by doing their own home improvement projects. These minor or major renovations are made much more successful by having the right tools for the job. Investing in good tools can be smart, but those tools are only effective if they are accessible and in good repair. Homeowners who emphasize taking care of their tools can make DIY projects that much easier and more rewarding.
GENESEO GROVELAND EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRY
CrockpotsandRecipes BringCheerandComfort
BY DEB MACLEAN
is year, the Geneseo Groveland Emergency Food Pantry had an extra gi for clients participating in the Holiday Program.
e story begins with the image of chicken legs in a crockpot on a Facebook page. Knowing that we had chicken legs at the pantry, and that they can be hard to cook, the idea started to take shape. What if we were to gi our clients a crockpot? Was it even economically feasible? everynextweek,wereceivedanemailaboutagrant opportunity with Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. While the Health Equity Innovation Award funding was intended to support efforts to decrease health disparities in those living in rural or urban areas who may be at higher risk for poor health outcomes, we figured it was worth a shot and applied for the grant, upselling the nutritional benefits of using a crockpot.
Much to our delight, we were awarded the grant to purchase the crockpots. At the same time, Amazon washavingaPrimeDayssale,andwouldn’tyouknow, crockpots were on sale. We ordered 70, the number we always use for holiday planning, to be delivered to various volunteers’ homes for transport to the pantry.
Once the 70 crockpots were in-house, we got busy preparing for distribution. Because what good is a crockpot without a recipe? Since we provide a nice ham for Christmas dinner, we decided to include a recipe for heating the ham in the crockpot with brown sugar as well as another recipe for ham & bean soup, along with all the ingredients.
en on to the gi wrapping. We are fortunate enough to have the students from the LIVES Program volunteer at the pantry to help us on a regular basis. e LIVES Program (Learning Independence, Vocational, and Educational Skills) is a four-year transition program located on the campus of the State University of New York College at Geneseo. e students have been volunteering at the pantryforquiteafewyearsnow,makingkidbags,checking dates, and occasionally doing some shopping. Between the students and the regular pantry volunteers, all of the crockpots were wrapped and ready to go.
With the help of the Central Presbyterian Youth Group and the Geneseo Rotary, the crockpots were all delivered or picked up at the pantry on December 21st as part of the 2024 Holiday Program.
Not only were we able to provide our clients with a means by which they can cook tasty and nutritious meals, we now have the opportunity to provide crockpot theme bags throughout the year. A theme bag contains all the ingredients for a meal, including the recipe. We love theme bags almost as much as our clients!
is year, with the help of the community, our Holiday Program helped over 200 local families with anksgiving and Christmas dinner and provided gi s for 250 children.
e recipe is a sample, not the one provided by the writer.
CrockpotHam&BeanSoup
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb dried white beans (e.g., navy or great northern)
1 ham bone or 2 cups diced ham
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cups chicken broth (or water with bouillon cubes)
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp thyme (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Rinse the dried beans and remove any debris. If you prefer, soak the beans overnight in water, then drain before adding them to the crockpot. (You can skip this step, but it helps with cooking time and digestibility.)
In the crockpot, add the beans, ham bone (or diced ham), onion, garlic, carrots, celery, chicken broth, bay leaf, and thyme.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the beans are tender and the ham is falling off the bone.
If you used a ham bone, remove it, shred the meat, and return it to the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy! Add a slice of crusty bread for the perfect meal.
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1. Which two conferences compete in the NFL’s annual championship game? AFC (American Football Conference) and NFC (National Football Conference)
2. Who holds the record for the most championship wins by a player? Tom Brady (7 wins)
3. What year was the first NFL championship game played? 1933 (NFL Championship Game) or 1967 (AFL–NFL World Championship Game)
4. Which team has the most championship wins? Green Bay Packers or New England Patriots
5. What is the name of the trophy awarded to the champion? Vince Lombardi Trophy
6. Which team has made the most appearances in the NFL’s championship game? New England Patriots
7. What is the only team to go undefeated in the regular season and win the championship? 1972 Miami Dolphins
8. Which city has hosted the most NFL championship games? Miami or San Francisco 49ers or Pittsburgh Steelers
9. What is the largest margin of victory in a championship game? 51 points or 45 points
10. Which quarterback famously guaranteed a win in the 1969 championship game? Joe Namath
11. Which team was the first to win the championship in their home stadium? Tampa Bay Buccaneers
12. What is the most-watched halftime show performance of all time? Rihanna, 2023
13. What team scored the most points ever in a single NFL championship game? San Francisco 49ers
14. Who was the first defensive player to win MVP in the championship? _Chuck Howley
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By Matilda Charles
Winter Activity: Painting
It looks like we’re in for a long winter, with extremely cold temperatures in several places. Many of us are already realizing that we just don’t want to go out in that. But what shall we do to occupy ourselves while we’re at home?
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St. Paul’s Enduring Gi Fund committee would like to announce that applications for funds are now available. e applications are available in the St. Paul’s Church office or you may get one from our website, www.stpaulsdansville.org.
Approximately $4,000 is available for the following special projects and initiatives:
• Outreach ministries
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To be eligible for the grant, your group must be a charitable 501(c)(3) organization or be associated with a charitable organization. Applications are due in the St. Paul’s Church office by the close of business February 28, 2025.
If you have any questions, please use our email secretary@stpaulsdansville.org or call the Church office at (585) 335-5260
I don’t know how it started, but in my neighborhood this winter the favorite activity has become ... painting. Each day new photos of “works of art” are sent around via cellphones as the idea spreads.
I decided to join in. Between the internet and home deliveries, we have access to everything we need without going out!
My first step was to do a YouTube search for painting lessons. Right at the top was “Beginner’s Guide to Painting,” and I was off and running.
On YouTube it’s possible to narrow down the search results to the subjects you’re most interested in learning to paint, whether it’s sunsets, flowers, mountains, snow scenes, cats, dogs, lakes, vintage cars, beaches -- if it can be painted, there’s a tutorial for it. The topics can be further broken down by watercolor and acrylic painting.
There are even videos that outline what supplies you need.
Some suggestions, if you’d like to paint:
Unless you have a store near you that will ship or deliver supplies to you, look online for the big names such as Michaels, Joann and Hobby Lobby as places to start.
You need paint and water, and something to paint on, such as paper or canvas panels, plus a selection of brushes. Add in a small plastic palette for mixing colors.
Look for beginner kits that have a selection of a dozen or so small tubes of acrylic paint colors or a dozen watercolors in a metal tray.
If you fear you have no real talent for painting, I invite you to explore Acrylic Squeegee Painting on YouTube. That technique can make anyone an artist!
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Chocolate wasn’t always the sugar-sweetened dessert people consume today. The history of chocolate dates back to 1900 BC, when Aztecs believed the cacao seeds were the gift of Quetzalcoatl, the god of wisdom. Chocolate was made into fermented beverages, and the cacao beans also were used as a form of currency because they held so much value.
According to the History Channel, some ancient civilizations considered chocolate to be a mood enhancer and aphrodisiac. Chocolate was believed to have mystical properties and was revered so much that it was reserved for rulers, warriors and priests.
It was not until centuries later that edible chocolate became popular among the masses. Dutch chemist Coenraad Johannes van Houten invented the cocoa press, which could turn extrude cocoa butter, paving the way for the modern age of chocolate as a confectionary ingredient and gift.
Choosing the right type of chocolate may require gaining an understanding of various chocolate-related terms.
Cocoa powder: This is the unsweetened raw form of cocoa made from partially defatted chocolate liquor. Dutch-processed (alkalized) cocoa powder is milder and less acidic than natural cocoa powder.
Unsweetened chocolate: “Bitter” or “baking chocolate” are other names attributed to unsweetened chocolate. It is best used in baking when it can be combined with sugar and other ingredients. It is also the base ingredient of most forms of chocolate, with the exception of white chocolate.
Dark chocolate: Chocolate that contains only chocolate liquor, sugar, cocoa butter, vanilla, and lecithin is considered dark chocolate. No milk solids are added in. The higher the percentage on the wrapper, the more bitter the chocolate.
Milk chocolate: In addition to dark chocolate ingredients, milk chocolate also contains dry milk solids or condensed milk. It is sweet and has a mild chocolate taste.
Bittersweet and semi-sweet: These chocolates are milder than dark chocolate, but not as sweet as milk chocolate. Many chocolate manufacturers derive their own formulations for these types of chocolate, varying the amount of cocoa solids they include.
Couverture chocolate: An expensive chocolate, this is coveted by professional bakers or confectioners. It contains a high percent of cocoa butter and chocolate liquor, which helps it to melt evenly. It is ideal for tempering and can coat candies smoothly.
Ganache: Ganache is a whipped filling, glaze, icing, or sauce that is used in various desserts. It is made by heating cream and pouring over chocolate of any kind. When cooled, it is malleable but not runny, which is why ganache is often used in making candies or fillings.
Truffle: A chocolate truffle is made from a ball of ganache rolled in cocoa powder. Truffles can be made from any variety of chocolate.
1. TELEVISION: What is the name of the spaceship on the TV drama “Firefly”?
2. GEOGRAPHY: What is the only tropical rainforest in the United States?
3. LITERATURE: What is the title of author Oscar Wilde’s only complete novel?
4. MOVIES: What is the name of the killer in the movie “Silence of the Lambs”?
5. SCIENCE: What are the three branches of science?
6. AD SLOGANS: Which fast-food chain’s slogan is, “What you crave”?
7. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: How many NFL teams are named after animals (including birds)?
8. U.S. STATES: In which state is the U.S. Naval Academy located?
9. ASTRONOMY: How many constellations are visible from Earth?
10. ART: What is the Japanese art of arranging flowers called?
Answers:
Serenity.
El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico.
“The Picture of Dorian Gray.”
Buffalo Bill.
Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and Formal Sciences.
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