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May 7 - Ithaca is ‘Gorges’ $179
May 13 - Southern Tier Quilt Tour $125
June 16 - Jesus Christ Superstar & Sherwood Inn Lunch $189
June 18 - Grand Lady Luncheon Cruise, Hawk Creek $189
June 24 - The Odd Couple & Sherwood Inn Lunch $175
June 25 - Captain Bill’s Seneca Lake Doo Wop
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July 2 - Chocolate Tour & Hiawatha Paddlewheel (July 4th edition!) $165
July 22 - Barnum & Sherwood Inn Lunch $189
July 24 - Chocolate Tour & Hiawatha Paddlewheel $165
July 30 - Hidden Valley Animal Adventure $159
Aug. 12 - Captain Bill’s Seneca Lake Doo Wop
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Aug. 14 - Fun in the Finger Lakes $169
Aug. 19 - Chautauqua Belle Lunch Cruise $189
Aug. 25 - Irving Berlin’s Top Hat & Springside Inn Lunch $189
Sept. 3 - ‘Let’s Make a Car’ - Toyota Plant Tour (CANADA) $175
VALENTINES TRADITIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
In Estonia, Valentine’s Day is a day more devoted to friendship than romantic love. It is called “Sõbrapäev” in Estonian, which translates to “Friend’s Day.” Cards and gifts are exchanged among friends.
• Begin Again Horse Rescue: We need you! e horses need you! Volunteer in the barn. Volunteer in the tack shop. Volunteer for fundraising. Volunteer once or on a regular schedule. Volunteer on the weekend or during the week. Email: info@beginagainrescue.org
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• Tool ri Shop: Volunteer/donation based storefront that provides reuse of tools/hardware. Flexible Volunteer times with variety of roles from Cashier to Tool Preparation, with profits benefiting Senior programs in our Community. Email delandfire@gmail.com to become part of our family.
• Genesee County CASA for Children: Change a Child’s Story! CASA is seeking volunteers to advocate for the best interest of children who come to the attention of Family Court as a result of abuse and/ or neglect. Flexible schedule, training provided, supportive network. Make that difference! Email: director@geneseecountycasa.org
• Guiding Eyes for the Blind: Do you love dogs? Join our So Tier region and volunteer to raise a puppy to be a future guide dog. You supply love, socializing and basic obedience. We provide vet care and classes. Email: Sshaw7301@gmail.com
• Crossroads House: Genesee County’s only comfort care home. Please consider lending your time and talents to care for our two residents at end-of-life. Will train!
Email: ashleymanuel@crossroadshouse.com
• American Red Cross: Doing Good Does You Good - Blood Donor Ambassador. Greet blood donors, help them sign in and monitor their well-being a er they have donated. Allegany, Cayuga, Monroe, Ontario & Wayne Counties. Training provided. 585-690-4021 or RecruitWNY@redcross.org
• Cheshire Volunteer Fire Dept: Looking for dedicated individuals to be part of our team! Join the busiest volunteer fire department in Ontario County. Firefighters, EMTs, Boat Operators, Cold/Ice Water and Rope Rescue Techs plus support personnel needed. Training available. Email: CVFDTreasurer@CheshireVFD.com
• Rush Recreation and Park Association: Help us plant and care for 50 acres of Native Trees, Bushes, and Perennials on formerly farmed land as a demonstration of the beauty and utility of native plants in providing food and habitat for reduced numbers of birds and pollinators. Email: jchaize@rochester.rr.com
• Patrick Place-A Comfort Care Home - Scottsville: Looking for additional volunteers, Resident Care and other opportunities. No experience necessary, all training provided. Go to https://patrickplace.org/volunteer for info and application.
• Webster Association of Senior Program Supporters: Volunteer drivers will drive Webster School District Residents, seniors and disabled, to their medical, dental, physical therapy, and health related appointments anywhere in Monroe County. A great Webster service for those who are no longer able to drive themselves. Email websterwasp@gmail.com.
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CRANE’S AUTOMOTIVE
IMPROVEMENTS
By Fifi Rodriguez
1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What year was the first Barbie doll released?
2. MOVIES: What is the name of the island in the “Jurassic Park” film?
3. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What are baby rabbits called?
4. U.S. STATES: Which state is the home of Mount Rushmore?
5. INVENTIONS: When were emojis invented?
6. TELEVISION: In the TV series “The Walking Dead,” what was the character Rick Grimes’ profession previously?
7. CHEMISTRY: Which element is also known as quicksilver?
8. SCIENCE: What is the name for the pivot on which a lever turns?
9. GEOGRAPHY: Which country is home to the ancient city of Petra?
10. MUSIC: Which of Taylor Swift’s songs was first to appear on the Billboard Hot 100?
1. 1959.
2. Isla Nublar.
3. Kits.
4. South Dakota.
5. 1999.
6. Sheriff’s deputy.
7. Mercury. 8. Fulcrum.
9. Jordan.
10. “Tim McGraw.”
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Thedawnofanewyearrepresents a chance to start anew and set goals for the months ahead. New Year’s resolutions are often made to provide the motivation people need to improve their lives and make a new year as productive and happy as possible. While people who make New Year’s resolutions fully intend to realize those goals, few actually stick to the game plan. According to researchers at the University of Scranton, just 8 percent of people who make their New Year’s resolutions actually achieve those resolutions. While that might make it seem like the odds are against men and women who have resolved to improve their lives in the year ahead, adults can realize their goals for the new year and beyond.
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HOW TO CREATE A ROMANTIC NIGHT AT HOME
Alternate watching films: Both of you probably have all-time favorite movies, but they may not be the same films. Encourage bonding time by queueing up two separate films to watch, yours and your significant other’s. Whether one is a rom-com and the other is an action flick, watch them in succession while cuddling on the sofa.
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* To ripen a green tomato, wrap it in a sheet of newspaper or place it in a paper bag. It can then be le on the counter for several days to ripen.
* “To keep those ice crystals from forming on the top of your quart of ice cream, just cut a square of plastic wrap and push it down onto the surface of the ice cream each time you scoop a bowlful out. It peels off easily when you’re ready for another helping, but there’s no ice! Works for me!” -- T.D. in Nebraska
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Hocus Focus
BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
JANUARY 31, 2025
500 BC | Hot & Spicy Chocolate
The Ancient Mayans drank chocolate made from crushed cocoa seeds mixed in water and chili peppers.
1876 | Milk Chocolate
Swiss Chocolatier
Daniel Peter created the first milk chocolate by combining powdered milk with chocolate.
This drink reminds us of rainy days, skiing, sledding, or even a quiet day watching the snow fall. It’s thick, silky, toasty, and usually smothered in whipped cream—no other drink brings warmth to our lives and tastebuds quite like hot chocolate. Cozy up with your favorite mug because on January 31, we celebrate National Hot Chocolate Day, a day devoted to our favorite chocolate beverage.
AccordingtotheCentersforDiseaseControlandPrevention(CDC), one in four individuals in the United States lives with a disability. For the Schworm family of North Greece, this statistic hits close to home. When their daughter, Kassidy, was diagnosed with multiple developmental disabilities,KristyandJohnSchwormfoundthemselves navigating a complex and o en overwhelming landscape of resources and services. is personal journey became the foundation for NavigateMD, a comprehensive online platform designed to simplify this process for families everywhere.
Kristy Schworm, a military veteran originally from Spencerport, and her husband, John, are parents to two daughters, ages 15 and 12. Kassidy, their oldest, was diagnosed at a young age with Tourette Syndrome, Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder, Anxiety, and ADHD. ese diagnoses initially came as a surprise, and the family’s search for support was marked by trial and error.
“We initially sought an evaluation because we were fighting the school district for an Individualized Education Program (IEP),” recalls Kristy. ey thought KassidymighthaveAutism,sothediagnosisofTourette Syndrome “blindsided” them, but experts told them that “the underlying parts of the diagnosis can mirror the behaviors found in someone with Autism.” It was a steep learning curve to understand how the pieces of Kassidy’s diagnoses interacted.
e early years were challenging. e Schworms enrolled Kassidy in various recreational activities, hoping to provide her with social opportunities. Unfortunately, programs like taekwondo, soccer, and dance repeatedly asked Kassidy to leave due to behaviors stemming from her diagnoses. “She was ostracized from the very programs meant to include her,” Kristy says, adding that “For a year, we were flying blind,” trying to find inclusive activities and relevant resources.
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e turning point came when the Schworm family discovered resourcestailoredtoKassidy’sneeds.Fromnonprofitorganizations like the Tourette Association of America to a music school offering disability-focused programs, the family began to see Kassidy thrive. She’s now been taking music production (DJ) classes for four years, making friends, and finding a sense of belonging in her community.
Kristy explains that “Once the pieces started coming together, the fear and the isolation started to li , and we could see the light at the end of the tunnel – Isn’t that what everyone wants for their child?” Kristyasks. at’swhytheSchwormsdecidedtobuildNavigateMD. Kristysays,“Wewantedtogivedirectionandhopetofamiliesfacing similar struggles.”
NavigateMD is designed to streamline the search for disability resources. e platform asks users brief questions about diagnoses, medical insurance, location, and travel radius, then filters through a curated directory of providers, programs, and services to deliver personalized results. e site also features pop-ups with educational tips, such as how to apply for New York State’s Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) services. Importantly, NavigateMD is both ADA- and HIPAA-compliant, ensuring accessibility and privacy for all users.
Kristy highlights a recurring issue in her research: many families remain unaware of critical resources. ey’ve connected with so many parents over the past two years who’ve never heard of OPWDD. “ ese services can help individuals with disabilities live in their family homes, access therapeutic support, find employment opportunities, and more. But if families don’t know these services exist, they’re le struggling unnecessarily.”
NavigateMD aims to change that by consolidating and centralizing information in an easy-to-use platform. e Schworms hope it will empower families to make informed decisions without wasting time or energy searching for programs that don’t fit their needs.
As they continue to develop NavigateMD, the Schworms seekfundingtocompletetheplatform. eyarecurrently competing for an Entrepreneur of Impact grant and invite community members to support their cause by voting daily on the NavigateMD Facebook page. With adequate funding, the Schworms anticipate the platform will be operational within three to six months.
To Kristy and John, it isn’t just about their family. “Everyone deserves a place where they feel accepted and can truly shine as their authentic selves! No one should have to navigate obstacles to access the services they need, and with NavigateMD, they won’t have to!”
TolearnmoreaboutNavigateMD,visitwww.navigatemd. com, follow them on social media @NavigateMD, email info@navigatemd.com, or call/text NavigateMD’s tollfree number (888) 898-0230. e Baby Closet thrives due to the immense generosity of individuals and civic organizations across the area, as well as grants offered through organizations such as the Stewart Foundation.
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PAW’S CORNER
By Sam Marzotta
Meet
Zooey
We rescued Zooey, the Scottish Terrier, in August From EARS. She is loving life! She uses her nose as a snowplow.
HOUSEBREAKING PUPPIES
How often a puppy will need to defecate depends on the food being fed and when meals are offered. The American Kennel Club says that most puppies will need to poop shortly after a meal, anywhere from 15 minutes to a few hours.
Puppies typically can hold urine a little longer overnight, but probably won’t be able to go the entire night without a potty break. Many pups can last around six hours from the last time they’ve gone out. An early-morning bathroom break will be needed, or consider penning the dog with puppy pads to catch the mess until the dog gains greater control over its bladder.
STRANGE BUT TRUE
By Lucie Winborne
IT’S UP TO YOU TO KEEP PETS SAFE FROM COLD WEATHER INJURY
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I hope you will warn your readers to take care of their dogs’ paws during the winter. Recently, a er a big snowstorm, I took my toy poodle, “Blake,” out for his morning walk. Five feet from the door, he let out a yelp and started limping with his right front paw li ed. A big piece of rock salt had embedded itself in one of the pads! I took him back inside to clean the wound. Fortunately, it wasn’t too bad, but I had to carry him outside for the rest of the week to do his business until it healed. -- Tired Momma in Buffalo, New York
DEAR TIRED: Many owners are aware that ice and snow can cause frostbite injury to their dogs, but some don’t realize that rock salt and other deicers are also dangerous. In addition to potentially cutting their paws, deicing mixtures that have low or no salt use chemicals that can poison pets.
Before venturing out in cold weather -- even when it’s above freezing -- dogs of all sizes should have on booties and a warm vest (one that is water-resistant if it’s snowing or raining). I know some owners will scoff and say that dogs survived thousands of years without booties. But they didn’t have to contend with salt-strewn sidewalks!
A frostbitten paw is very painful, as well, and could mean your dog is sidelined indoors for several days as the injury heals. Getting too cold while outside -- especially for small dogs -- can cause hypothermia or reduce their resistance to illness. So remember, if it feels cold to you, it feels cold to them. Take heed and protect your dog from cold weather.
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January 20, 2025 commemorates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr, who “had a dream” that boys and girls could school together, regardless of race, religion, creed, or color, judged only “by the content of their character” and not “the color of their skin.” 61 years later, where do you think we stand as a nation?
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38.1% We are now moving away from Dr. King’s dream
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While it’s tempting to huddle up indoors when winter hits full swing, families who embrace the great outdoors when the temperatures dip can avoid cabin fever and enjoy one another’s company along the way.
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300 USED CORKS available to any nonprofit organization. Henrietta. 585-474-0588
Daily Messenger (Canandaigua) 150TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION from 1947. 175th ANNIVERSARY EDITION from 1972. DEMOCRAT & CHRONICLE 1998. 585-742-3687
FOOSBALL TABLE - original wooden model. Quite heavy. You move. Lima. mudd959@yahoo.com
Large STANDUP FREEZER. Lights work, gets cold, won’t freeze. Very old, very heavy WATER TANK. Move from basement - several stairs. Lima. mudd959@yahoo.com
Several hundred gallons of HEATING OIL. In basement. Must pump tank yourself. Springwater. mudd959@yahoo.com
Large DOG CRATE, RECLINER, LIVING ROOM CHAIR and two 20” TVs. Farmington. 585-330-5022
FOLDUP ALUMINUM WALKER with wheels in the front. 585-2089784
1960s PLAYER PIANO player with bench, rolls and sheet music. The player mechanism needs repair. Avon. Text or call 585-576-6828
Large bag of JEWELRY BOXES - a variety of sizes. Fairport. 585-388-0318
1990 SONY 5-disc player. Works great. Pick up near MCC. aimeen@juno.com
About 20 / 2 lb. bags of WHITE RICE. You pick up, Springwater. sunteelee@yahoo.com
Several boxes of WOMEN’S HEAVY ABSORBENCY UNDERWEAR (small/medium) and BOOSTER PADS. Also, several FLOWER VASES. Gates. 585-402-8870
COLOGNE: L’Homme Suave by Capucci, 100 mil. half full bottle. Dior Sauvage clone/copycat. Penfield. jeff21973@gmail.com
COLOGNE: Imperia by Rayhaan, 100 mil. bottle, 90% full. Creed Aventus clone/copycat. Penfield. jeff21973@gmail.com
20 one dozen CARDBOARD EGG CARTONS, 60+ TOILET PAPER ROLLS - great for crafts or seed starting, 20+ VHS MOVIES. Penfield. 585-736-2749
Approx. 25 bags and pails of CHESTNUT COAL. Wayland. 585-278-4119
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Working COFFEE MAKER with POT. rainbowroseroom@gmail.com
Electric, active HOYER LIFT year 2020 or newer. Can pick up. tracyford@crossroadshouse.com
PLASTIC COATED PAPER FISHING MAPS of the Finger Lakes. Call or text Roy 585-208-9784
A couple of old WOOD STEPLADDERS, 6 - 8 feet. bartonta@gmail.com
MOTORIZED SCOOTER for person in Genesee Co. 585-483-3110
Cooperstown Dreams Field TRADING PINS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
COSTUME JEWELRY and a METAL OFFICE CHAIR. 585-415-8513
COMIC BOOKS- any & all. Any condition. Any amount. Will pick up. Text/call 585-260-0437
USED AXE HEADS. hansjoan2@gmail.com
ALUMINUM WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE RAMP, 20’ long or shorter. 585-329-2964
ART SUPPLIES in new/good condition: drawing, painting, photo, fabric/sewing, paper, storage containers, jewelry, wood crafts. em_kren@yahoo.com
METRONOME. 585-948-5079
ICE SKATES FOR YOUNG BOYS. Sizes 12 & 7. Text 585-313-9355
CHESTNUT COAL. 585-374-5768
AMPLIFIED TV ANTENNA and a small ELECTRIC SPACE HEATER. 585-323-1762 leave message
Working HOME EMBROIDERY MACHINE w/5x7 hoop or larger. 585-297-9273
COAT TREE, small IGLOO DOGHOUSE, medium sized DOG CRATE. 585-507-8788
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Thank you to the person or persons who picked up our breakfast tab mid-December at Golden Boys Webster. We were not able to find out who you are or where you were sitting and don't know much about you. What we do know is that you are thoughtful, kind and generous. My husband is a veteran and often wears his hat. If that was the reason for your kind gesture, thank you. it was much appreciated. Hope you see this 'vibe' and know we will pay it forward! A veteran and his wife
Thank you Dr Ken and Lorie
Of Lima Veterinary Center! My daughter and I picked up an injured red tail hawk this evening and stopped there hoping for some advice on what to do with it or who to call. Instead, even though they had literally been in their car ready to leave for the night, we were brought right in and got to watch/help as they expertly examined the hawk and set him up for the night! Turns out Dr. Ken works with Wild Wings, Inc, so we lucked out! He was the exact right person to help the poor hawk! We are so very lucky to have people right here in our community who can and will drop everything to help our injured wildlife! Fingers crossed the hawk is just stunned and will be feeling better tomorrow.
[Recently], two schools were closed due to weather and travel conditions, and regents exams canceled. But low and behold, [local school] held hockey practice that day, and also had a game that night against [local school], that was also closed because of poor travel and weather. A travel advisory was issued all day. When school is closed all activities should cease. Travel time was 50 minutes to the rink. Why put kids in danger? If the school allows a sporting event for a total of 4 hours when school is closed, they could have given the regents exams that night, not to upset another day of lost classes. Do sports count more than classroom work? It seems that every year there are fewer and fewer school days. Why not just go to remote learning, get rid of our school taxes, and if anyone wants sports, start private schools?
Don't crowd the plow
Why do people choose to crowd the plows? They can only go so fast down the road, and for goodness' sake, they're clearing the roads so that you can drive safely to wherever you need to go so darned fast. When it snows, slow down, take a breath, pay attention to the world around you, and we'll all get where we need to go safely.
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By Keith Roach, M.D.
DMSO Isn’t Recommended Based On Potential Harm
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m interested in consuming dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). I’ve read that it will destroy the root of cancer and hasten the healing of broken bones, ligaments and strained muscles. My question is whether it is OK to consume the suggested amount of DMSO? My aortic valve was replaced with a mechanical valve three years ago. After 12 months of follow-up exams, I was informed that the valve had sealed perfectly and was told to enjoy life. --
W.H.
ANSWER: DMSO is indicated by the Food and Drug Administration for the symptomatic relief of interstitial cystitis, a chronic and painful bladder condition. It is instilled directly in the bladder and is sometimes used for other urinary conditions, although there is no evidence of its usefulness.
DMSO is often used topically for musculoskeletal injuries, and some people do note pain relief. Numerous studies on rheumatological conditions (such as rheumatoid arthritis) failed to show a benefit, although a study from Germany in 1995 showed that DMSO gel with a 25% concentration reduced pain when applied to joints. Other studies were unable to confirm this. For cancer, there are no convincing studies that show benefit, and some studies have shown an increase in breast cancer cell growth with DMSO. Based on studies showing minimal benefit and potential harm, I don’t recommend the use of DMSO. What’s more important is that the studies have been done with medical-grade DMSO, which is only available with a prescription. When you buy DMSO at a hardware store, you are getting industrial-grade DMSO, which is potentially contaminated with industrial toxins and isn’t intended for human use.
In addition, DMSO is very good at bringing other substances with it into the skin. This is useful as a drug-delivery system but dangerous when the DMSO you use is contaminated with chemicals or if you get those chemicals on your skin. While I can find DMSO for sale that companies purport to be very pure, you are relying on the company that may or may not have purified it, as it isn’t independently tested. However, I do not think that the topical use of DMSO is likely to be a danger to your prosthetic heart valve.
DEAR DR. ROACH: Recently, at an event sponsored by our community, an expert on the gut microbiome gave a lecture on how to keep it in balance. While the lecture was generally informative and useful, at one point, he stated that vaccines were detrimental to the microbiome. Is there any evidence (other than anecdotal) that supports such an opinion? -- W.G.
ANSWER: The huge number of bacteria in our gastrointestinal tract is referred to as the microbiome, and our microbiome can have effects on many aspects of our functioning. How much of an effect it has is debated. COVID-19 infections were known to have a marked detrimental effect on the microbiome, but the effect of vaccination on the microbiome was not well-studied until quite recently. A 2024 study from the University of Cambridge found that the microbiome was only minimally affected by vaccination. Based on this recent study, I disagree with your community speaker and conclude that if you’re concerned about your microbiome, you’d be much better off getting vaccinated and taking other steps to prevent infection.
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Marie Allen Campbell January 27, 2025
Bristol: Ruth passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at age 88. She was born on August 18, 1936, and grew up on a farm in Bristol. Her parents were Gordon B. and Clara T. Allen. She was always proud to say she attended the District #5 oneroom schoolhouse for several years until Honeoye Central School was constructed. Another prominent feature of Ruth’s early life was when she began studying to become one of Jehovah’s Witnesses when she was only 13. Eventually, the majority of her family became baptized Witnesses and Ruth was proud to see several generations of her extended family follow her example.
Ruth married Bruce C. Campbell of Cheshire on July 17, 1954, at the Granger Homestead in Canandaigua. ey built a home on the Allen family farm where they raised their family and lived out their lives together. Bruce died in 2019. Ruth leaves three children: Kim (Linda) Campbell, Linda (David) Werder, and Mark Allen Campbell, along with six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Ruth enjoyed life in Bristol – even co-authoring two local history books in the 1990s on early life in the town. She had a lifelong love of art. Many of her watercolors of Roseland’s carousel, as well as many other local scenes, were obtained by art collectors. Ruth and Bruce enjoyed studying the Bible with numerous individuals over the years. She spent decades as a loving housewife, mother, and grandmother.
Burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Bristol, NY will take place privately and at the convenience of the family.
To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
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