Rush-Henrietta - Genesee Valley Penny Saver 11-18-2022

THE HISTORY OF BLACK FRIDAY

Black Friday reinvented

The retail industry started using the term “Black Friday” in the late 1980s. Spin doctors turned previously negative connotations into positive ones by associating the phrase with stores turning a profit and moving accounting ledgers from “red to black” thanks to big year-end sales. Retailers and consumers rallied around low-cost “doorbusters” and other discounted prices.

Interestingly enough, according to the National Retail Federation, Black Friday really hasn’t been the most lucrative day for retailers over the years. In fact, greater profits and larger crowds are often seen on the last Saturday preceeding Christmas.

TRY A DIFFERENT TAKE ON TURKEY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Turkey is a holiday dinner staple in many families. While many might scoff at the idea of altering their holiday turkey traditions, others may embrace changing things up, feeling that the joy of cooking often lies in experimentation. Those unafraid to try something new might want to cook up a new recipe this year.

HOW TO ORGANIZE OFFICE GIFT EXCHANGES

Avoid gifts that are overly personal. Steer clear of giving fragrances or cosmetic products because you do not know what the other person will like. Scented products also may send the wrong message, indicating you think someone needs to cover up with an aroma. Clothing is another gift to avoid, as certain items may be seen as suggestive and you may not be in tune with the recipient’s personal style.

Shopping local gives your community’s artists and vendors exposure. Small communities are often full of incredibly talented artists who can’t afford shop space until their business takes off, leading them to partner with local businesses to sell their products at a storefront. So when you shop local, you give those craftspeople the exposure and funding they need to grow their business.

Ever wondered what the first Penny Savers looked like? Take a step back in time and have your very own! This 1948 Penny Saver was one of our very first! This will be a keepsake item that all can enjoy!

WINDSHIELD DAMAGE PROMPTLY

Windshields are designed to protect drivers and their vehicles from wind and other natural elements while the cars are in motion.

Windshields are made from tempered glass, which is processed by controlled thermal or chemical treatments to increase its strength compared to normal glass. While relatively strong for a pieces of glass, windshields are not impervious to damage. All it takes is a single rock or piece of road debris to be kicked up from the roadway and hit the windshield to cause a problem.

Everyday,motoristsencounterpebblesorothersmallmissilesthatbounce up from the road and come in contact with their windshields. Many deflect with no problem, but under high speeds, debris can cause chips, dings, and even cracks in the windshield.

Cracks easily spread from road vibration and heat and can compromise the integrity of the windshield. If your car’s windshield is cracked and it shatters during a collision, you and your passengers are at great risk of injury. In addition, police officers can write tickets if windshields appear to be unsafe. So it’s in drivers’ best interests to repair damaged windshields promptly.

Drivers may be able to repair small dings themselves with a do-it-yourself windshield kit available at automotive retailers. If a crack is less than six to 12 inches long, it can probably be repaired as well. However, more significant damage will require that the entire windshield be replaced.

Fair Housing Statement

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 (585) 325-2500 • www.lawny.org

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Pet Buying Scam Leaves Owner Heartbroken

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I got scammed! I can’t believe it. For decades, I’ve purchased speci c dog breeds from reputable breeders locally and up to a few hundred miles away. But last year I decided to purchase a dog from overseas, speci cally Europe, because I wanted a speci c breed and there were none available locally. Normally I would happily y over myself to meet the prospective pet, but due to travel restrictions during the pandemic, that was not possible. ere’s a lot to my story of being scammed, but in the interest of time I will just say that I paid out several thousand dollars to a scammer who looked very legitimate online, and at the end of the day, no dog ever arrived. I want to warn other people who are thinking about buying a dog from overseas to be very careful. If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. -- Heartbroken in Dallas

DEAR HEARTBROKEN: ank you for sharing your story. It will help so many other potential owners to avoid pet-buying pitfalls.

Overseas pet-buying scams have increased dramatically in the past few years -- so much so that such purchases, especially from Eastern Europe, were banned temporarily. But scammers don’t care about bans, and they’ll do anything to get money from people who just want a pet.

If you haven’t done so yet, report the scammer to authorities. File a report locally with your city’s police department. If you wired money to the scammer, contact the service provider to report the incident. Report the incident on pet scam websites, social media and anywhere that pet owners chat.

e International Pet And Animal Transportation Association has more strategies to report scammers here: www.ipata.org/pet-scams.

Were you scammed when trying to buy a pet? Tell us your story at ask@pawscorner.com.

Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.

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STATISTICS SHOW JUST HOW BIG SMALL BUSINESS IS

Small businesses have such a big impact on their communities, and the world at large, that it might be time to reconsider refering to them as “small.” According to the World Bank, small businesses have a major impact on the world economy, especially in emerging countries. In such nations, small and medium enterprises contribute up to 60 percent of total employment and up to 40 percent of national income. Small businesses figure to frame their economies in emerging countries in the coming decades, and they’re already doing so in developed nations, such as the United States and Canada.

DOS AND DON’TS OF HOLIDAY SAFETY

DON’T

Resist putting presents under the tree until the night before Christmas. Hide large product boxes so they’re not visible in the trash or recycling pickups, where thieves might look to see what’s inside the house.

MISSION COFFEE: CoffeeFindsaHigherCalling

BY JODY GREER

Mission Co ee is a grassroots Veteran owned business that began in 2018 and aims at connecting military Veterans to one another in a relaxing and informal way. Even better still, Veterans are building bonds through their shared love of co ee.

“The mission of Mission Co ee is just to sit down and have a cup of co ee and start the conversation,” says President Dave DiFranco. It’s no secret that American Veterans su er from startling rates of PTSD, and while the su ering remains the same, all Veterans deal with post-traumatic stress di erently. “According to the U.S. Department of Veterans A airs, 11-20 out of every 100 Veterans experience post-traumatic stress disorder.”

These statistics can vary across generations and wars; however, most Veterans have di iculties reaching out for help, and as time goes by this becomes increasingly detrimental to their mental health and well-being. That’s something that DiFranco understands all too well. “My dad was a WWII veteran, and I lost him to PTSD, to suicide,” says DiFranco soberly. And suddenly the goal of Mission Co ee becomes clear: communication and support must be coordinated for Veterans in need of assistance, and great tasting co ee is the focal point.

Mission Co ee is not simply about fundraising; it is a Veteran services organization that gives back to their local community. “We served our co ee at the Kiwanis country club dinner this year. People are really enjoying it. We use local roasters, and last year, we sent co ee to Afghanistan for our troops out there. The best blend everyone likes is our Bakeryblend.90%ofpeopleloveit,andithasagoodkick!Whenyouopen the co ee, it has an aroma. It’s all Arabica beans. We don’t do anything without Arabica beans. There are no fillers, no chemical enhancers. We don’t use the chemicals that aren’t good for you,” boasts DiFranco.

Mission Co ee sells high quality co ee to the public, and a portion of every bag sold supports local Veteran initiatives. “When you’re having a cup of co ee, it [is] nice to think that you’re sipping on something that actually helps Veterans,” adds DiFranco. If Veterans can gather and unwind over a cup of co ee in a relaxed setting, then Mission Co ee has served their purpose.

While co ee is its main initiative, Mission Co ee serves military Vets in other ways, as well, playing many other critical roles across the Western NY community and nationwide. Veterans and their families have benefited from their support in recent years and continue to do so with programs like Clear Path for Veterans, V.P.A.C (Veterans Plus Assistance Corp.), and K9 Companions for Rochester. Programs like these are more specialized in their focus and are instrumental in guiding Veterans when returning home from war, learning a new occupation, and/or re-entering the workforce, as well as the value of caring for a special K9 companion.

Animals have always been known to boost mental health and longevity, but DiFranco believes four-legged companions have a lasting impact on Veterans that many underestimate. “O ering companionship to these older Veterans especially—they’re in their 60s, 70s and 80s—is amazing. We just donated a pet to a Korean Veteran. I can read their eyes. I hear them speaking to me with their eyes about those things that they just won’t say, and I know that I won’t ask questions that they just won’t answer. Once they realize the pain that they have held in for all these years, it’s almost like a slow blink of their eyes and a nod, and nothing else has to be said. I am accepted by those who have served, I think, because I understand. It’s a great responsibility.”

A great responsibility like that comes with great rewards. Mission Co ee volunteers rescue abandoned, neglected, and mistreated cats over time and rehome them with military Veterans and their families. Frequently, the animals are lovingly cared for and maintained for years by Mission Co ee volunteers before ever being released to a Vet. When a cat does get adopted by a military Vet, it gains a new lease on life, and in many cases, so does the Vet.

Other programs under the Mission Co ee umbrella, like K9 Companions for Rochester, enable Vets to adopt dogs in need of a loving home, at no cost to them. However, for older Vets, a more suitable companion is o en a cat. A Vet will never be charged for an adoption expense or for the cost of caring for their newly adopted pet: that’s the idea behind Mission Co ee. None of this would be possible without the long list of supporters, volunteers, and fundraising e orts that help make Mission Co ee a reality.

Another essential program under the Mission Co ee umbrella is Combat Comedians, spearheaded by the famed Ralph Tetta. Tetta himself formerly toured with the renowned George Carlin and knows all too well the profound healing power of comedy and the gi of laughter. Shows like Combat Comedians give Veterans a chance to talk about their military experiences and find humor in tragedy.

Always leveraging community involvement, Mission Co ee’s goal is to keep growing to better serve their Veterans in need. Their reach knows no bounds, and recently they’ve partnered with Hanger Prosthetics, a prosthetic company that has been helping to fit Veterans with prosthetics since the Civil War. Veterans can have prosthetics designed for them to meet their individual needs, free of cost and obligation.

Mission Co ee believes in #OneTeamOneFight. Their driving force is a firm passion for community involvement through fundraising, volunteerism, and, most of all, co ee. The next time you buy co ee, consider buying co ee beans through Mission Co ee. You might just be starting a lifechanging conversation for a Veteran in need.

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Rush Public Library

5977 East Henrietta Rd. Rush 585-533-1370 www.libraryweb.org/rush

Monday 1:00pm - 8:00pm

Tuesday 11:00am - 8:00pm

Wednesday 1:00pm - 8:00pm

Thursday 11:00am - 8:00pm

Friday 1:00pm - 8:00pm

Saturday 10:00am - 2:00pm

Sunday CLOSED

Henrietta Public Library

625 Calkins Rd., Rochester, NY 14623 359-7092 • www.hpl.org Mon.-Thurs. 9am-9pm Fri. 9am-5pm; Sat. 10am-5pm

Henrietta Public Library currently provides curbside pickup and in-building services. Hours are subject to change. Please call (585) 359-7092 for hours before visiting.

RushPublicLibrary:

Calling allTeens!TheRushLibraryis hostingTeenCraftDay: Duringschoolbreak,teenscanjoinus tocreateavarietyofholidaygiftsfor familyandfriends.Wewillhaveseveralcraftstationsformakingscented sugarscrubs,smallclaybowlsandclay airdiffusers,andmore.Joinuson Monday,November21intheLibrary from2-4:00PMOR5-7:00PM,pick thetimethatworksforyou.Spacefor thisfreeeventislimited,pleaseregisterinadvancetogetajumpstarton yourholidaycraft-giving!Goonlineto Rushlibrary.orgorcallat(585) 533-1370.

Didyouknow,wehaveaGenealogy Tutor?CathyFrankisagenealogy enthusiastwithloadsofexperience, andshecanhelpifyouarestuckin yoursearchforancestors.Shecan meetin-personorviaZoom.Contact theRushLibrarytoscheduleameeting,(585)533-1370.

DOS AND DON’TS OF HOLIDAY SAFETY

DON’T underestimate the things that can and will go wrong when hosting for the holidays. Take a deep breath, assess the situation and stay calm through any hiccups.

PenfieldPublicLibrary

Science Saturday:Saturday,November 19|1PM|ForKids|Registration required

GivingThanksforBooks:BookSwap: Sunday,November20|2PM|For Kids|Noregistrationrequired SundayAfternoonFilm:“Downton Abbey:ANewEra”:Sunday,November27|2PM|ForAdults|Registrationrequired ChessClub:Mondays,November28| 4:30PM|ForKids&Teens|Registrationrequired K-4CraftyFunDay:Wednesday, November30|4:15PM|ForKids| Registrationrequired

WAYS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES

Speak with business owners about your experience as a customer, sharing insight about both good and bad experiences.

HENRIETTA

Drive-ThruFishFry- FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18,4-7pmattheRushHenriettaAmericanLegionPost 1151,260MiddleRoad,Henrietta. Getalarge,batteredhaddockfilet withFrenchfries,homemadecoleslaw,tartarsauce,lemonwedge, bread&butterfor$13!http:// www.alpost1151.org

SundayBreakfastBuffet- All You CanEatBreakfastBuffet.Get regularorwesternstylescrambled eggs,bacon,sausage,ham,home fries,pancakes,Frenchtoast,sausagegravy&biscuits,freshfruit, andorangejuiceforjust$10!Join usonSunday,NOVEMBER20, 9am-12pmattheRush-Henrietta AmericanLegionPost1151,260 MiddleRoad,Henrietta.www. alpost1151.org

CountryFriedSteakDinnerNOVEMBER 22,4-6pm,RushHenriettaAmericanLegionPost 1151,260MiddleRoad,Henrietta. Deliciousbreaded&friedsteak, Southernstylegreenbeans, mashedpotatoesandsmokehouse gravyfor$10.http://www. alpost1151.org

MUMFORD

YuletideintheCountryTours& Dinner: Join usatGCV&Mforour YuletideintheCountryTours, December2,3,4,9,10,11,16, and17.You’llbeinvitedintovignettesthatilluminatethelinkbetweentoday’scherishedholiday traditionsandtheculturalcustoms ofgenerationsthatcamebefore. Theatricalperformancesrepresent therichhistoryandtraditionthat newcomerstotheregionwould havesharedthroughoutthe19th century.Highlights:Polish ChristmasEveWigiliadinner,aHanukkahcelebration,andWatch Nightfestivitiesaspresentedby DavidShakesandtheNorthStar Players,andevenavisitfromthat jollyoldelf,St.Nick.https://www. gcv.org/events/yuletide-in-thecountry-tours-dinner/

HolidayOpenHouseand Breakfast withStNick- Joinusat GCV&MonSunday,December18, from11a.m.-3p.m.tocelebrate theseasonwithamagicalmedley ofholidayhappenings!Strollthe HistoricVillagebedeckedinitsholidayfineryamidvillagersbustling withpreparationsandoffering greetingstotheirneighborsand friends.GeneseeCountryVillage Museum,1410FlintHillRoad, Mumford.https://www.gcv.org/ events/holiday-open-house/

ROCHESTER

RTOSDecemberTheatreOrgan Concert: The RochesterTheater OrganSocietypresents“Holidayon Pipes”onSunday,December4that 2PMattheAuditoriumTheatre. Legendarysportscasterandtheatre organistKenDoublewillputusin theholidayspiritasheentertains fromtheconsoleoftheRTOSGriersonWurlitzer4/23theatreorgan.AdmissionforNON-members is$15perperson.Children12and under,andstudentswithschoolID arealwaysFREE.Thedoorsopenat 1:00PM.SeatingisGeneralAdmission,notReserved.ProofofvaccinationisNOTrequired.Masksare OPTIONAL,althoughhighlyencouraged!https://rtosonline.org/home/ events/

HearingLossAssociationof America Rochesterchapter: Hear Together--Speech-languagepathologistKristinBergholtzconducts avirtualsupportgroupforparents andcaregiversofDeaf/hardof hearingchildren.Itconnectsand advisesadvocatesofthese youngsters.VIRTUALregisterat kristinbslp@gmail.com.Repeatseverymonthonthe4thTuesday, 8pm-9pm.Website:http://www. hearinglossrochester.org

HarryConnick,Jr.-AHoliday Celebration: HARRY CONNICK, JR.invitesyoutocelebratethe holidayswithhimandhisbandas 2022drawstoaclose.Oneofthe mostbelovedartistsperforming holidaymusic,Harryhasbeen thrillingaudiencesaroundthe worldfordecadeswithhisdefinitivetakeonChristmasclassics,as wellashisownoriginalsandfan favoriteslike“(ItMust’veBeenOl’) SantaClaus”and“WhenMyHeart FindsChristmas.”November26, 8pm,RBTL’sAuditoriumTheatre, 885EastMainSt.,Rochester. https://rbtl.org/events/harryconnick-jr/

Wigilia,ATraditionalPolish Christmas EveDinner- Comejoin usforatraditionalPolishHeritage ChristmasEveDinner.Held December10,5pm,St.JohnFisher CollegeatClearyHall,3690East Ave.,Rochester.Thisisafamily event.WewillsingPolishChristmas Carols,experiencefoodsfroma traditionalPolishChristmasEve Dinneraswellashaveavisitby SaintNicholasforthechildren. Limitedseatingavailable.Advanced purchasedseatingonlypriorto December2nd.PolishHeritage SocietyofRochesterMembers: $35,PHSRNon-members:$40, Childrenages6-18:$20,Children under5areFree.Eventinfo,visit: www.PolishHeritageRochester.org

HearingLossAssociationof America Rochesterchapter: HEARTOGETHER-Thisisavirtual supportgroupforparentsand caregiversofDeaf/hardofhearing children.Learnmoreaboutyour child’shearingloss,servicesto benefitthem,andtipstosupport theirlanguagedevelopment.Speak languagepathologistKristin BergholtzCCC/SLPfacilitates. November22,8pm-9pm.VIRTUAL ONZOOM.Toregistercontact kristinbslp@gmail.com.http:// www.hearinglossrochester.org

TheGatesHistoricalSociety’s November program willbeheld onMonday,November21at 7:00pmattheGatesTownHall Annex,1605BuffaloRd.,Rochester.JackKowiakwilldoaprogram aboutThanksgivingTrivia.Joinus foraneyeopeningpresentation aboutThanksgiving.Thereisno chargeforthisprogram.Thefacility ishandicappedaccessible.Coming inDecemberis“HollyDays”atour historicalhouse.Checkwebsitefor detailswww.gateshistory.org.

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HOLIDAY FUN FACTS

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APPRECIATING FRUITCAKE:

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Rochesterchapter: Hear Together-Speech-languagepathologistKristinBergholtzconducts avirtualsupportgroupforparents andcaregiversofDear/hardof hearingchildren.Itconnectsand advisesadvocatesofthose youngsters.Heldthe4thTuesday ofeverymonth,8pm-9pmuntil June22,2023.VIRTUAL-register atkristinbslp@gmail.com

RochesterTheaterOrganSociety presents“PizzaParlorPizzaz!” Sunday,November20th, 2:30PM,AuditoriumTheatre.ComingtoRochesterfromthefamous OrganStopPizzarestaurantin Mesa,Az;BrettValliantpromisesto providelivelyentertainmentonthe RTOS-GriersonWurlitzer4/23theatrepipeorgan!Admissionfor NON-members$15perperson. Children12andunder,andstudentswithschoolIDarealways FREE.Doorsopen1:30PM.Seating isGeneralAdmission,notReserved. ProofofvaccinationNOTrequired. MasksOPTIONAL,althoughhighly encouraged!VisittheRTOSwebsite rtosonline.orgorstopbytheMembershipTableinthelobbyformore information.

DOS AND DON’TS OF HOLIDAY SAFETY

DO extinguish candles before retiring for the night.

RUSH

RushUnitedMethodistChurch Annual HolidaySuperSale- It’s timeforourAnnualHolidaySuper Sale.Onedayonly!Saturday, December3rdfrom9am-3pm.We willbeofferinghalfpricefrom 1pm-3pm.Sorry,nopresales.We offergentlyusedandnewclothing allsizesbothsummerandwinter itemsincludingshoesandboots. Wealsocarryhousewares,books, toys,electronics,dishes,cookware, knickknacks,andplentyof Christmasdecorations!Inaddition wehaveaspecialtyboutique.It carriesuniquevintageitems.A mustsee!JoinusattheRush UnitedMethodistChurch,6200 RushLimaRd.(15A),Rush.Questionspleasecall585-533-2170for additionalinformation.

While it takes an average of seven hourstocookaturkey,theaverage timespenteatingtheThanksgiving meal is just 16 minutes.

SCOTTSVILLE

WheatlandHistoricalAssoc.Annual HolidaySale! Fresh,handmadeboxwoodwreaths.Fresh centerpiecearrangements.Fresh applepies.Collectibles,primitives, smallantiques,gifts,decorations, hand-craftedartisanitems,local historybooks,paintingsandprints. JoinusNovember19,9am-2pmat theWheatlandHistoricalAssociationSage-MarloweHouse,69 MainSt.,Scottsville.Museum housewillbefullyopen.Rain, shine,orsnow.

ELKS LODGE DINNERS TO GO

Weds, Nov. 23

CLOSED - Happy Thanksgiving! Friday, Nov. 25, 5:30-7:30 pm Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup $10 Fish Fry with fries & coleslaw $13 Broiled Haddock, baked potato $13 Chicken Finger Basket $7 Jumbo Cheese Ravioli & Sauce $8 Add meatballs or sausage $3 3525 E. Henrietta Rd.

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It’s fun to go apple-picking, and many people flock to orchards in September and October to pick their own apples.

A much-maligned holiday staple Certain foods are synonymous with the holiday season. Thanksgiving turkey. Holiday cookies. Fruitcake. While those first two make mouths water. fruitcake rarely inspires stomachs to rumble in anticipation.

But fruitcake is more than just somethingtogoignoredonholiday serving tables. Fruitcake can be chewy, crunchy and wholesomely rich, making it something holiday hosts will be proud to serve to their holiday guests, who might just come away with a whole new appreciation for fruitcake.

NOW HERE’S A TIP

By JoAnn Derson

* Ounce marks come standard on most baby bottles, but they can be hard to see. You can use a permanent marker to make the lines bigger, especially the one you are most likely to want to see in the middle of the night! -- R.G. in Indiana

* Before you set your new can of shaving cream on the sink edge, take this man tip from me: Borrow a bottle of clear nail polish and paint the bottom rim, extending up a quarter inch. It won’t leave rust rings. Been doing this for years. -- M.W. in New York

* Cut the top off of a soda two liter to use as a funnel. They are very easy to cut and you have a funnel whenever you need one!

* Save and clean your prescription bottles; they make a really great container for bobbins. I take a spare piece of thread, ball it up a bit and tape it to the top of the container, too. Then I sit them all in a shoe box. I can see just from the tops which color I need to use. -- L.K. in Alabama

* If you use condiment bottles with a squeeze top, start saving them for snow season! Clean and fill with water, then add a few drops of food coloring. Make several of different colors. You can teach the children how to make different shades by mixing the drops. The kids can take them all out in the snow to “paint.” Be sure to take photos of your temporary art.

Homemade Donuts!

Made Fresh Daily Fry Cakes • Filled Donuts • 20 Di erent Varieties Order for a large event or stop in for a dozen. Open Daily at 9am, closed Mon. & Tues.

7272 West Henrietta Road Exit 11 • I-390 Rush www.colbysicecream.com • 533-3525

Leaf Pickup

Election Day

On Election Day, I was signed into my polling place by a Marine Vet. He had served his country before and was doing so once again. Thank you.

Veterans Day Dinner

Shout out to the Lakeville Fire Department Exempts for an amazing dinner to honor our Veterans! Not only did they provide a delicious, perfectly grilled steak for the Veterans (plus two chips for any drinks of their choice), they also provided hamburgers and hot dogs for the Veteran's family. In addition, there was a buffet with tossed salad, macaroni salad, potato salad, salt potatoes, rolls & butter and an abundance of dessert choices.

The event was smoothly run by all of the volunteers and they made everyone feel welcome. They served approximately 200 Veterans and their families. Can't thank them enough for their generosity and all the time and effort put into this event. It was greatly appreciated by myself and all the other Veterans and their families.

Young kid offers to pay for my order

I was at Speedway in Shortsville on Sunday 11/13 and this nice young man ( possible 10+ years) asked if he could pay for my order. I said no, that's alright, but he insisted and wouldn't take no for an answer, so I let him. I told him I will make sure I pay it forward. I want to commend the parents of this young man. There are not many kids that would even consider doing that. They did an awesome job with that young man. Other kids should learn by his example.

With Humble Gratitude

Thank you to the kind woman ahead of me recently at the West Bloomfield Dollar General. Your unexpected generosity towards my purchases continues to warm my heart. I want you to know that I was making purchases for donation to those less fortunate. Your kindness and generosity were humbling.

RAVES RANTS

This isn't really a rant, but more of a question/observation. When is the town of Mendon going to join the party and offer curbside leaf pickup? Bagging leaves and putting them in the trash can can't be good for the environment, not to mention the cost of bags, which of course has gone up. Now a few trash companies have put a limit on how many bags can be picked up weekly. It seems like all of our neighboring communities have the convenience of depositing their leaves roadside to be vacuumed up later. Sure wish Mendon offered that. Thank you.

Please slow down

To the person flying down Pratt Road Saturday October night. Please slow down. You hit a person's dog and just kept going. The speed limit is 45 . Kids are outside playing, people walk, jog and walk their pets. When you hit something, please do the right thing and stop to see what you hit, and if it is a pet please contact the proper authorities. Now this family doesn't have their pet and is devastated with what happened. Please slow down and pay attention to your surroundings.

Dissatisfied with water Has anyone else noticed they have a “mold“ problem with the new municipal water from the [local town].I never had mold under the rim of my toilet with our well water. I now have mold that I have to scrub off the toilet every other day. The “mold“ also grows around the drain, and there is black residue in the spout. What bothered me the most was spraying a squirt gun that had water in it and it sprayed out BLACK! I was so happy to have municipal water and now I am afraid to drink it and to brush my teeth with it. Take a white cloth and wipe your spout and see if you also have black stuff on the cloth. I am forever cleaning this and never had this problem before. Something is wrong!

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HEAP Recipients

Automatically Eligible Income guidelines are: Family of 1: $34,224 Family of 2: $44,760 Family of 3: $55,296 Family of 4: $65,820

There are thousands of different apple varieties.

Thanksgiving can take on all shapes and forms of celebration. What do you prefer?

• I love to go big and host my entire family

• I‘d rather travel for Thanksgiving

• I prefer a Friendsgiving

• I like low key and just my immediate family

Poll Ends 11-22-22

Poll Ended 11-15-22

Tuesday November 8 was election day. How do you feel things went this year?

22.2% It was a relatively tame year.

38.9% Things got ugly.

38.9% I’m just glad it’s over!

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MAKE THE MOST OF LIMITED SPACE

Reconsider your furniture. Furniture can make rooms feel cozy, cramped or spacious. For homeowners with limited space in their homes, furniture that also can be used as storage can save space without sacrificing comfort. For the bedroom, choose a storage bed if the quarters are cramped and it’s difficult to find space for two dressers. Such beds also can be used to store bed linens if closet space is limited. Purchase storage ottomans and/or end tables with storage beneath to make living areas feel less cramped.

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OF A HOME

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Lowering BMI Before Surgery Can Provide Better Outcomes

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 72, and I have had arthritis for three years: two years in both knees, and one year in my right hip and the base of my spine. I am 5’3” and weigh 221 pounds, with a body mass index (BMI) of 39. I lost 23 pounds from January to June. What is the BMI needed for an orthopedic surgeon to do a hip replacement for someone with osteoarthritis -- without a broken hip? I recently had an assessment of my hip X-rays. I was told I’m at the outer cutoff of a BMI of 39, so I’m eligible for a hip replacement operation. Then, a few weeks later, I saw the surgeon, who ended up rejecting me -- claiming that 39 isn’t the outer limit, 35 is.

After a long talk, the surgeon said he’d do it for me, but I’d get a better result if I lose 20 more pounds and get my BMI down to 35. I felt jerked around, but said I’d wait and lose weight. I’m also trying to find a surgeon I like more than him. So, what is the BMI needed for knee surgery: 35 or 39? -- L.C.

ANSWER: There is no standard cutoff BMI for joint replacement surgery. It is true that people with a BMI over 40 are at higher risk for medical complications; however, it is also true that people with severe arthritis and a high BMI still get improvement in their quality of life with surgery. Denying a person a cost-effective surgery that can greatly improve their quality of life simply because of a BMI number (which, in itself, is a flawed metric) is inappropriate.

I can understand why you would want to see a different surgeon, as it sounds like you were not treated well. However, the surgeon was right that surgical outcomes are better if a person can lose at least 20 pounds, according to a 2019 study. This included shorter lengths of stay in the hospital and a lesser chance of needing surgical revision. I wonder, though, if part of the benefit seen in the study was due to increased exercise prior to surgery, which is known to be beneficial in surgical outcomes. ***

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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By Matilda Charles

Scammers: More Dangerous an Ever

To those of us who wander the internet: beware. e scammers, thieves and troublemakers have kicked things up a notch or two, and frankly it’s getting a bit dangerous.

By dangerous, I mean when it comes to the safety of our personal information and money. ese scammers will do nearly anything to get it. You might come home to a voicemail message that asks you to call back. e scammers might pretend to be your bank or another company you know. ey’ll ask you to verify your account number to identify yourself. Don’t do it. If the message comes to you in a text message, don’t click that link.

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Arthur P. Mummery

November 14, 2022

Henrietta, NY: Born June 26, 1933, in Freedom, NY. Passed away peacefully at home on November 14, 2022 at age 89. Pre-deceased by his beloved wife of 65 years, Zola Mummery.

Loving father to sons, Dale Mummery, Curtis Mummery (Wife: Debbie), Dennis Mummery (Wife: Gina), Mark Mummery (Wife:Anne);and daughters,Donna Mummery (Husband: Lee) and Diana Stevens (Husband: Alan).

He is predeceased by his parents, Percy and Dorothy Mummery. Art has one sister, Florence Scher , living in Texas and one brother, Francis Mummery (wife: Nancy), living in Rochester, NY.

Loving grandfather to 10 grandchildren, Ti any, Heather, Jessica, Scott, Jacob, Christopher, Joshua, Kyle, Keith and Ryan; and 13 greatgrandchildren, Avery, Autumn, Zander, River, Elena, Brandon, Lucas, Paisley, Matthew, Hayley, Rylee, MaKenna, and Taryn.

He is also survived by a niece, nephews and friends.

Arthur was a proud United States Air Force Veteran, a Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic, and a member of the Operating Engineers Union for over 60 years. He was a dedicated employee of Dow & Company,Inc.,Rochester,NY for 31 years.Arthur was volunteer Chief Mechanic for the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum in Rush, NY for over 15 years.

He also volunteered in the Town of Henrietta summer baseball organization in the 1970s as a trustee and was in charge of the Fanny Farmer candy drive each spring.

Viewing will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 with a Funeral Service held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 23,2022,all held at Miller Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., 3325 Winton Road South. Burial will follow service at Pine Hill Cemetery, Rush, NY.

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