Rush-Henrietta Edition - Genesee Valley Penny Saver 12-02-2022

STAY SAFE WHEN STRINGING HOLIDAY LIGHTS

Employ the buddy system. When stringing lights, always work with at least one other person. This makes it safe for homeowners who must climb ladders to string lights on especially tall trees and/or on their home exteriors.

are a lot of choices to make around the holidays. Some are easier than others … like the Holiday Loan from Visions. Make an easy decision for your holiday shopping at Visions, where you can get the rate and term that fits your budget this holiday season.

Quick Cleaning

Sometimes the joy of hosting can be overshadowed by the task of preparing for your guests. Although a thorough cleaning of the home is great if you have the time, it may not be necessary. Go from room to room identifying spaces that are in need of a thorough cleaning. Spend time in the kitchen clearing clutter from the counters and make sure the dining space is clean and the table is presentable. A table runner and a centerpiece of festive flowers can brighten up the space instantly. Fluff cushions on sofas and give floors or carpets a quick vacuuming. Always be sure the bathrooms are clean and fresh, with laundered hand towels at the ready. Children’s bedrooms and other areas of the house may not require such a critical eye. Simply keep doors closed in off-limits rooms.

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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Decade-Long High Lymphocyte Count Isn’t a Cause for Concern

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a female and almost 75 years old. My vital signs are always normal, and I am active, but slightly overweight. I get quarterly blood draws, and every reading is in the normal range except for the lymphocytes. That count is higher, just outside the normal range (the lab’s range is 850 to 3,900 cells/uL, and my absolute lymphocytes are 4,377 cells/uL). This has occurred in the blood draws from the last two or three years, with the exception of one that was back in the normal range. About 12 years ago, after several abnormal results, I saw a hematologist, who reported nothing wrong after doing more extensive blood work. No reason could be given for it. I am concerned, but not obsessing over it. Is there any reason you can give for the slightly high lymphocyte count? -- S.M.

ANSWER: Lymphocytes are one of the two major types of white blood cells found in the blood (the other are the granulocytes, the most common of which are the neutrophils). High levels of lymphocytes raise suspicion for serious blood disorders such as some leukemias, lymphomas and related blood diseases, but there are other causes. Acute stress can do it, but you have been living with this for many years. Not having a spleen causes high levels of lymphocytes, whether you are born without one or have it surgically removed. Chronic infection is another reason.

I suspect your hematologist did a more sophisticated set of tests looking for blood disorders, and the fact that your level is the same after 12 years also supports my suspicion that this level is normal for you. Normal levels are generally defined as what is found in people without evidence of disease 95% of the time. So, by definition, 5% of normal people will have their result on any given lab fall outside of the normal range. Since yours is just outside of the normal range and, as I said, unchanged for years, I think you can relax your level of anxiety. Periodic blood tests do seem prudent, however, and further testing would be recommended in the event that the count starts getting higher or you develop any new symptoms.

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Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.

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STATISTICS SHOW JUST HOW

BIG SMALL BUSINESS IS

Small businesses and happiness might be linked. A 2019 survey from Guidant Financial and the online lending marketplace LendingClub found that 78 percent of small business owners rated their level of happiness as an average of eight on a scale of one to 10 (10 being the happiest).

PAW’S CORNER

By Sam Mazzotta

A Handful of Dog Treats Help the Medicine Go Down

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I have a tip for the owner who is struggling to give their dog eye medicine. Our dog had cataract removal surgery earlier this year, and we’ve had to give him drops ever since. We’ve got it down! All you need are high-value treats given before, during and a er the drops. Please feel free to share my suggestion. -Jenny H. Asheville, North Carolina

DEAR JENNY: Many thanks for the advice! Making “medicine time” less stressful and more positive is so important for pets. Folks, Jenny recommended a 100% meat dog treat, which is a great high-value snack. Look for a product like this in the pet store’s fresh food aisle. Peanut butter is another fave among dogs. One of my dogs is a huge fan of Doritos. (I have to hide them.)

Here’s some more tips for giving oral medication or drops to a dog or cat:

-- Work o some of your pet’s energy beforehand. Take the dog for a walk or have your cat play with a toy.

-- Make sure the pet is held safely. Place the cat on your lap and cradle your arm around their body, placing your hand on their chest. Have the dog sit or lie down at your feet (or in your lap), facing forward or to the side.

-- Stay calm and positive. Give your pet a small treat while being encouraging and petting them.

-- Give the medication as quickly as possible. Don’t force or rush the process, but gently open their mouth and pop the pill in as far back as possible, then rub the underside of their jaw and throat to encourage swallowing. If giving eyedrops, gently li one eyelid and put in the drop, then repeat on the other side.

How do you give your pet their medication? Let us know at ask@ pawscorner.com.

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Girl Scouts Rock!

A BIG shout out to the local Girl Scouts. I work at Temple Hill Cemetery and had worked a couple weeks blowing and lining up leaves. Then one day about 20 Scouts came by and did an amazing job of collecting leaves and hoisting them into the big town dump trucks. These ladies were like a swarm of bees! All business and nonstop high speed action. I was impressed and proud of our younger generation of women! Thank you for your service.

Shout Out for Dollar General in Retsof, NY

I ran in to Dollar General in Retsof on 11/19 to pick up a few items and had that dreaded "chip malfunction" on my credit card! I asked the clerk if she could cancel transaction so I could run to my car to see if I had cash. The guy behind me said, “Don't cancel, I don't mind waiting.” which was very nice! So I hurried out and returned very quickly to pay. The clerk handed me my bag and said “you’re good to go!” Of course I was amazed, it was the cashier who paid for my purchase, would not accept my money and said “Happy Holidays!” I was so surprised I didn't even say "I will pay it forward" to another unsuspecting person. Thank you for your generosity and making my day! #thebestdollargeneral

Thank you, Marc Mingoia!

Thanks to the great generosity of Marc Mingoia with the Howard Hanna Pittsford office. We all devoured this pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving specially delivered by Phillip Lane who actually delivered 2 of them in person to us for my grandson to have at his dinner. After a tough year and a half because of the loss of his dad, we appreciated the generosity. We were greatly surprised with the pies and we appreciate the goodness that still comes around in this world. The pies were deliciously made from Special Touch Bakery at 1999 Mt. Reed Boulevard. Making it even more special was it was my birthday! God bless everyone.

Cats

On a daily basis, I see responsible dog owners walk in our neighborhood. They keep their dogs on leashes. They clean after them. They license them. On a daily basis, I see cats, both feral and peoples’ pets, wander wherever they please. They are unlicensed. No one cleans up after them when they come into our yards to do their business. They are free to multiply unchecked. Why is it that cat owners do not have to follow the same rules as dog owners? Why do people continue to feed the feral cats? Wouldn’t it be better to take them into your homes? You could feed them, keep them warm, and have them spayed.

A Roof!

A roof! A pretty simple solution for the Bills stadium, especially as they plan for a new billion dollar arena that we will be partly paying for. The Bills/Browns game being moved to Detroit (Ford stadium complete with a roof.) robs Buffalo and Orchard Park of some significant revenue to boot. It’s certainly not too late to consider a roof for the Bills and for those fans who think real football is played in whatever Mother Nature throws at us, I’m sure given the choice, you’d rather be out of the elements and enjoy an NFL game that showcases talent on the field without weather distractions. And, as happy as we all are now that the Bills are in the conversation of elite status in professional football, there wouldn’t be as much pressure that they remain there if their fans could easily enjoy a football game inside.

Thanksgiving Heartbreak

To my neighbor who put a food pantry Thanksgiving food box into this morning’s trash, your wastefulness has broken my heart. I don’t know your circumstance, but I do know that there’s a Little Food Pantry just around the corner. That’s where I’ll be taking the 2 cans of green beans, 2 boxes of stuffing mix, 1 box of cornbread mix, 1 jar of apple sauce, 1 bottle of pancake syrup, 1 butternut squash, and 1 bag of potatoes, all unopened and untouched. You should be ashamed of yourself.

This week’s puzzle answer is elsewhere in this paper. The Crossword Puzzle is provided by Tribune Media Services. Any questions or comments should be made to 1-800-346-8798.

SENIOR NEWS

By Matilda Charles

Workout Goals for 2023?

We love our new exercise coach. is is the young student who used us as guinea pigs for a college class project, graduated and has now been hired by the senior center as our permanent workout guru. It’s only been a month, and already we want to make him Employee of the Year.

Somehow he managed to convince the town to spend large dollars to out t a space in the rec center dedicated to workout equipment for seniors. But we haven’t just been turned loose with all that fancy new gear. Coach has required that we all have a personal session with him wherein he will instruct us on each machine and ll out our personal goal sheet with the weights and repetitions for each one. Periodically he will stalk through the room, instruct on posture, scrutinize someone’s goal sheet and ensure the machine’s weight is set correctly.

e bonus for us is that the cost per month is less than one-quarter the amount charged by the regular gyms in our area.

Is a gym workout in your plans for 2023? While you might not be lucky enough to have a personal coach and a brand-new dedicated-for-seniors exercise room at your rec center, you still might be able to join a gym near you.

Do you qualify for a low-cost SilverSneakers tness membership through your Medicare advantage or supplemental plan? Many plans have this bene t (standard Medicare does not), and over 17,000 gyms across the country participate.

If you nd a local gym (don’t forget about the YMCA), ask whether a tness expert will show you how each machine works and to generate an exercise plan for you. It’s o en included in the membership.

One bonus to signing up for a gym membership at this time of year is that gyms frequently o er discounts for the new year.

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TWIN BOX SPRING. Pick up, Brighton: vangellow@bluefrog.com

SOLID OAK COFFEE TABLE and LIGHT WEIGHT SOFA BED. You pick up: 585-260-1382

ARTIFICIAL CHRISTMAS TREE – 9’, good condition. Pick up, Henrietta: 585-880-7995

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER on casters from furniture store. Pick up, Batavia: 585-536-6188

DISHWASHER, Maytag. Built-in model. Gently used by senior couple. Also 5-GALLON KEROSENE in approved container. Pick up, Hilton: jbcny@rochester.rr.com

WESTERN RED CEDAR SIDING - CLR. V.G - 8” wide and approx. 160 feet: bruceleonard77@gmail.com

PLATFORM BED w/INTERNAL DESK DRAWERS and TRUNDLE UNIT. Needs some TLC but very sturdy. We can deliver in Rochester area: 585-678-5194

BUNK BEDS, wood frames, complete. Good condition. Can be used as two single beds or as bunk beds: grouleau@frontiernet.net

Sony colored 24” CONSOLE TV in beautiful mahogany cabinet. Works well. You pick up: trilliume@gmail.com

Assortment of HAND EMBROIDERY THREADS. Books of COUNTED CROSS STITCH PATTERNS. Aida cloth assorted counts. Please text 585-519-9963 if interested. Box full of SHEET MUSIC for keyboard/piano. North Chili area: duells2010@hotmail.com

CHILDREN’S BOOK – “I’m So Glad You Were Born.” 585-229-2186 (to the woman who called, please call back; my phone accidentally cut you off)

AMANA FREEZER, 67” H x 30” W x 28” D. Will deliver within 25 miles of Avon Village: cspuls@rochester.rr.com

WINDOW SASHES - Quantity 30 - 40. Various sizes, glass & screens. TAKE ALL. Pick up: 585-704-0573

Small 4 BURNER ELECTRIC STOVE 20” W, KITCHEN SINK 30.5” W, narrow UNDER COUNTER CABINET 12” W: Text 585-406-1967

LG 12,000btu PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER, 2015 model: jimmaccallumjr@gmail.com

HAINES AMPICO PLAYER PIANO. You move. Irondequoit: 585-323-1762, please leave message

ELECTRIC WASHER, works great, new hoses and discharge. ELECTRIC DRYER, works fine, choice of 220 plugs: 585-335-8221

CLASSIC CLUB LITERATURE COLLECTION, 19 volumes. Pristine condition. Wayland area: 585-728-3801

BLACK’S READERS LITERATURE COLLECTION, 12 volumes. Pristine condition. Wayland area: 585-728-380

Box of FLAVIA 10oz. PAPER CUPS for warm beverages. Approximately 800 cups: maryjane.milano@outlook.com

Full size REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER: mhoskins@pvac.org

PRINTER w/DOCUMENT FEEDER for scanning/digitizing documents, Old ELECTRONICS, COMPUTERS, CAMCORDERS, PRINTERS, CABLES - NO TVs: Terry, 336-247-3245

SNOW BLOWERS, working or not: 518-888-4216

DINING ROOM TABLE w/LEAF (46” L x 41” W w/o leaf) for senior. Eastside area: 585-381-6546

USED BABY CRIB to be used for puppies: 585-507-8788 In serious need of a COUCH in decent condition. Hoping for a holiday miracle that it can be delivered: 585-739-6257

Looking for COMPUTER DESK, DRESSER, and AREA RUG. Can pick up! gundrumnick0@gmail.com

Sturdy METAL or WOOD SHELVING and a CLOTHES RACK in good condition. Irondequoit/Webster area. Much appreciated: 585-424-0732

MINI TREADMILL for small apartment: stan1k1@yahoo.com

TRUE WEST / WESTERN-THEMED MAGAZINES: kilroy1983@hotmail.com

PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS in good condition (not toys) for middle schooler serious about his music: kallen6@rochester.rr.com

CROCHET THREAD #10. Looking for yellow, orange, white or any others. Thank you: 585-584-3734

LESLIE SPEAKERS for electric organ: 585-323-1762, please leave message

Used METAL ROOFING, 8 pieces, approximately 10’ long. Nail holes not a problem: whitcap9@yahoo.com

COPPER BRACELET for arthritis purposes for senior citizen: 585-334-5263

QUEEN SIZE BED & FRAME, clean condition: 585-409-6477

STAINED GLASS MAKING SUPPLIES. Basic entry level tools for senior starting new hobby. Any supplies appreciated. Eastern Monroe County: penfieldmurphys@yahoo.com

ADULT NUTRITION DRINKS (any brand) and size XL or L, ADULT INCONTINENCE UNDERWEAR: 585-346-9777

Large CANNING/PRESSURE COOKER for senior couple: debn7595@gmail.com

OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR MACHINE and/or portable, for senior with COPD: petegoto@yahoo.com

KNEE SCOOTER- Having foot surgery 1-6-23. Leave message or text: 585-203-7119

2-3” RUBBER ALLIGATOR to use for decoration: 585-293-3688

Vintage BARNETT CROSMAN CROSSBOWS/ARROWS needed for parts. Email or text to mintshape@netacc.net or 585-794-0448

Looking for 12-18’ ALUMINUM LADDER. Victor area: LarryPallo@gmail.com

Small ROWBOAT type dinghy: 585-507-8788

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Chicory & Toby

Chicory is a golden doodle and Toby is a beagle corgi. Chicory is almost 3 years old and Toby just turned 1. Toby recently joined the family in January! We love to play and fight over toys. We drive mom and dad bonkers, but they love us with all their hearts. Chicory is the sassy older sister and Toby is that pesky little brother. We love each other and we’re inseparable. We love car rides, walks with mom, and playing with friends, family, neighbors and other dogs. We’re a handful!

Springside Meadow Apartments

is a senior community 62+ or older or physically disabled of any age community. 125 Scottsville-W. Henrietta Rd. We have 54 one bedroom units with private entrances. Great amenities. Country setting. Income based. 585-359-3320

NOW HERE’S A TIP

By JoAnn Derson

* Use silicone caulk to make nonskid beads on the bottom of your pet dishes. They will stay in one place instead of getting scooted all around the kitchen.

* Need a quick iron job but don’t have the time to iron? Spray a clean kitchen towel with a mixture of water and a little fabric softener until damp. Pop it in the dryer with the item that’s wrinkled. It shouldn’t take more than 10 minutes to get all the wrinkles out and smell great to boot!

* While we’re on ironing tips, here’s a great one from T.C. in Alabama: “If you have mineral deposits on your iron, use a toothbrush and toothpaste (mild abrasive) to polish them off your iron’s face. Rinse with water, and next time, use distilled water for steaming.”

* “When driving a nail into a plaster wall, first put down a piece of tape at the spot where you will insert the nail. Tap the nail in right through the tape, then pull it away to discard. It often will keep the surrounding plaster from crumbling at the site of the nail.” -- W.L. in Oregon

* When your cabinet door magnet locks are too strong, try putting a piece of tape over the magnet. It decreases the strength of the magnet.

* If you paint your radiators, make sure that the paint you use is intended to be heat-resistant. To get the best finish, paint while the radiator is warm.

DID YOU KNOW?

Dogs are wildly popular pets. The American Pet Products Association saysthereare63.4millionhouseholds in the United States that have a dog, and with the exception of 2002 and 2015, that number has steadily risen since 2000. Certain breeds remain especially popular among dog owners. In August 2021, the pet insurance providerTrupanion released the most popular dog breeds of 2020, and the top five breeds were:

1. Labrador retriever

2. Golden retriever

3. Goldendoodle

4. German shepherd

5. Labradoodle

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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.

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44% I would gladly stay

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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

By Fifi Rodriguez

1. GEOGRAPHY: Which country is the most forested in the world?

2. HISTORY: When were tanks first introduced in war?

3. TELEVISION: What is the name of the Netflix sequel to the “Karate Kid” movies?

4. MUSIC: Which music prodigy was signed to a record deal at age 11?

5. ASTRONOMY: In which year will Halley’s Comet reappear?

6. LAW: Which justice served on the Supreme Court for the longest?

7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What kind of dogs did President Obama’s family have in the White House?

8. FOOD & DRINK: Where did the first White Castle restaurant open?

9. ANATOMY: What is the rarest human blood type?

10. LITERATURE: What is Harry Potter’s middle name?

Answers 1. Russia. 2. 1916, Battle of the Somme. 3. “Cobra Kai.” 4. Stevie Wonder. 5. 2061. 6. William O. Douglas (36 years). 7. Portuguese water dogs. 8. Wichita, Kansas. 9. AB negative. 10. James.

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.

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

PenfieldPublicLibrary

Sweet BitesATasteofPoetry(virtual): Tuesday,December6|12PM|For Adults|Registrationrequired PreschoolCrafts:Wednesdays|11:30 AM|ForKids|Registrationrequired TweenMakers:Thursdays,December 8&22|4:15PM|ForTweens| Registrationrequired OakwoodCemeteryTour:Thursday, December8|ForAdults|Registration required ChessClub:Monday,December12| 4:30PM|ForKids&Teens|Registrationrequired ROCCityRingersHolidayConcert: Monday,December12|7PM|For Adults|Registrationrequired TeenCraftPaintaWoodenGingerbreadHouse:Tuesday,December13| 4PM|ForTeens|Registrationrequired TeenAdvisoryBoard:Thursday, December15|4PM|ForTeens| Registrationrequired

DOS AND DON’TS OF HOLIDAY SAFETY

DON’T gift without doing research into whether or not toys are ageappropriate. Pay attention to toy recalls as well. The Consumer Product Safety Commission provides lists of recalled items.

RushPublicLibrary: Craft aHolidayWreathoutofrecycled bookpages!Learnhowtocreatea beautifulwreathfortheholidaysfrom upcycledbookpages,hotglue,and sparklyembellishments.Pleaseregisterinadvanceforthisclassthatwill takeplaceintheWilliamUdicious PaviliononWednesday,December7 at7:00PM.Thereisa$5feefor materials,dueatthetimeofclass. ChessClub:AdultsmayjoinFrances Rapport,foralow-keyfunchess experience,twicepermonth.Wewill meetonthe2nd&4thFridaysofthe monthat1:30PM.Coffeeandcookies willbeprovided.Noneedtoregister, justdropin!Wewillmeetupinthe LibraryMeetingRoomonJanuary13 &27.

In seed-time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy ~ William Blake

HENRIETTA

TakeoffPoundsSensibly Join TOPSClub.ReasonableRates/Team Support.Groupmeetingsfollow Weigh-InseachThursdayat8:15 AM.JoinusatAmericanLegion Hall,260MiddleRoad,Henrietta. Info-585-729-2192.

Drive-ThruFishFry- FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2,4-7pmattheRushHenriettaAmericanLegionPost 1151,260MiddleRoad,Henrietta. Getalarge,batteredhaddockfilet withFrenchfries,homemadecoleslaw,tartarsauce,lemonwedge, bread&butterfor$13.00!http:// www.alpost1151.org

Ham&ScallopedPotatoesDinner Sliced,smokedhamwith freshbakedslicedpotatoesina tastywhitesaucetoppedwith cheddarcheese.HouseSaladincludedfor$10.HeldTuesday, DECEMBER6,4-6pmattheRushHenriettaAmericanLegionPost 1151,260MiddleRd.,Henrietta. www.alpost1151.org.

LIVONIA

Take-outSpaghettiDinner at the UnitedMethodistChurchof Livonia,21SummerSt,Livoniaon Wednesday,December14,4:306:00PM(oruntilsoldout).Spaghetti,sauce,meatballs,undressed salad,andgarlicbread.Donations accepted.Pleasefollowsignsin churchparkinglotfordrivethroughinstructions.

MakeandTakeChristmasOrnaments TheUnitedMethodist ChurchofLivonia,21Summers Street,LivoniawillhostMakeand TakeChristmasOrnaments,on December10th,from1:003:00PM.Thisisafreecommunity familyeventforchildrenandyouth from2yearsofageto5thgrade (parentsareencouragedandwelcometostaytoassist).Craftsupplieswithsamples,coffee,cocoa andsnackswillbeprovided.There willalsobeanopportunityfora freefamilyportrait.Pleasejoin us!!!

MUMFORD

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

ComeFromAway- Broadway’s COME FROMAWAYisaBestMusicalwinnerallacrossNorth America!ThisNewYorkTimesCritics’Picktakesyouintotheheartof theremarkabletruestoryof7,000 strandedpassengersandthesmall towninNewfoundlandthatwelcomedthem.Culturesclashedand nervesranhigh,butuneasiness turnedintotrust,musicsoaredinto thenight,andgratitudegrewinto enduringfriendships.On9/11,the worldstopped.On9/12,theirstoriesmovedusall.December6-11, RBTL’sAuditoriumTheatre,885 EastMainSt.,Rochester.https:// rbtl.org/events/come-from-away/

HolidayDiscoveries: Sacred and SecularMusicofPrice,Bondsand theAfricanDiaspora.Whenand When:Twoopportunities!GVOC invitesthegreaterRochester communitytocomeandexperience auniqueprogramonSaturday, December3,2022,atTwoSaints Church,17S.FitzhughSt.,Rochester,and/orFriday,December9, 2022atSt.JohnofRochester,8 WickfordWay,Fairport.Theseconcertsarefreeandopentothe public.Donationsencouraged!

Messiah:ChristmasPortion- Join the SaintThomasMoreLiturgical Choirandfriendsastheypresent theChristmasportionofHandel’s “Messiah!”Thechoirwillbejoined byorchestraandsoloists.TheprogramwillalsoincludecarolsandJ. S.Bach’sAdventcantataBWV62 “NunKomm,derHeidenHeiland.” TheconcertwillbeSaturday, December10,2022at7:00pm. SaintThomasMoreCatholic Church2617EastAvenue,Rochester.Tosupportthemusicministry andthisproduction,therewillbea $10suggesteddonation.Thisisa greatwaytoringintheseason! Information:parishofficeat 585-381-4200orvisitolqpstm. com.

JimBrickman-AVeryMerry

Christmas: Jim Brickman,themultipleGrammynominatedsongwriterandpianosensationisback thisfestiveseasonwithhisannual holidaytour.Amagicalevening celebratingmusic,loveandfamily. Joininghimthisyearwillbethe daddy-daughterduoMat&SavannaShaw.Togethertheywill warmtheheartsofallassoundsof faithandlovemakespiritsbright, bringingfamilyandfriendstogetherforanythingbutasilent night.JointhemforthisLIVEand joyousconcertexperiencethat blendsyuletidememoriesandholidayfavorites!December15, 7:30pm,RBTL’sAuditoriumTheatre,885EastMainSt.,Rochester. https://rbtl.org/events/jimbrickman/

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/

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.

HollyTrolleyRides at theNew YorkMuseumofTransportation! Continuingitsholidaytradition,the NewYorkMuseumof Transportation,inRush,willwelcomeSantaandMrs.Clauson SundaysDecember11and18. They’reeagertomeetthekids, poseforpictures,andjointhemon themuseum’strolleyride.Holiday decorations,complimentarycookiesandhotchocolate,andthe fondlyrememberedMidtownPlaza Monorailwilladdtothefuninthis uniquecelebrationoftheholidays. Admissionincludingthetrolleyride is$15adults,$12age2-12.Rides departat11:00,11:45,12:30, 1:15,2:00and2:45.Reservations arerequired:http://nymtmuseum. org/christmas/.Locatedat6393 EastRiverRoadinRush.

SPENCERPORT

AuroraHouseBookClub: GriefItisuniqueforeveryperson,every instanceofloss.AuroraHouseis sponsoringagroupwhereone grievingcanfindsomesupport.We cometogetheronthe3rdWednesdayofeachmonth,10:00am11:00am,atAuroraHouse,2495S. UnionStreet,Spencerport.Opento thepublic.Itissuggestedthatyou buyacopyofthebook, It’sOK ThatYou’reNotOK:MeetingGrief andLossinaCulturethatDoesn’t Understand,byMeganDevine,but thisisnotrequiredallcanbenefit fromthediscussion.http:// aurorahousewmc.com

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UnderstandingandResponding

to Dementia-RelatedBehavior: December14,1:30-2:30pm,Victor FarmingtonLibrary,15W.MainSt., Victor.Behaviorisapowerfulform ofcommunicationandisoneofthe primarywaysforpeoplewith dementiatocommunicatetheir needsandfeelingsastheabilityto uselanguageislost.However, somebehaviorscanpresentreal challengesforcaregiverstomanage.Joinustolearntodecode behavioralmessages,identifycommonbehaviortriggers,andlearn strategiestohelpintervenewith someofthemostcommonbehavioralchallengesofAlzheimer’sdisease.Registrationisrequired.For additionalinformation,orquestions,pleasecall800-272-3900.

WEBSTER

TheWomen’sClubofWebster’s Christmas CookieSale willtake placeinthecommunityroomof theWebsterPublicLibraryonSaturday,December10th,from10:00 a.m.-1:00pmoruntilsoldout.To enterthenewly-renovatedlibrary, theentranceisontheNorthsideof building.Chairpersonsoftheevent areMaryAnnMurrayandPeg Berry.Formoreinformation,please contactPegBerryat 203-645-9352.Proceedsfromthe salebenefittheclub’sscholarship fundsaswellasaplethoraofother programsintheWebstercommunity.

TheGreecePerformingArts Society (GPAS) willwelcomein theholidayseasonwiththeirGala HolidayConcertonSunday, December11,2022,at3PMatSt. CharlesBorromeoChurch,3003 DeweyAvenueinRochester.This programwillfeatureholidayfavoritesfortheentirefamilyperformed bytheGreeceChoralSocietydirectedbyDr.RolloFisher,Greece CommunityOrchestradirectedby JonathanAllentoff,Christmas Brass,andvocalartistsMichael DeLuca,VirginiaMcIntyre,and MarkBlock.A$10suggested donationwillbegratefullyaccepted atthedoor,andchildrenarefree. Foradditionalinformation,please visitwww.greeceperformingarts. org.

RUSH

TownofRushAnnualTree Lighting December3,6:307:30pm.Joinusfortheannual RushTownTreeLightingatthe RushLibrary’sGazebo,accompaniedbyaperformancefromthe Rush-HenriettaHighSchoolSingers,followedbyrefreshmentsat thetownPavilion.FREEandopen thepublic.Handicapaccessible; ampleparking.NOTE:Thisisan outdoorevent,sopleasedress warmly!Thiseventissponsoredby theRushHistoricalSocietyandthe RushTownHistorian’sOffice.

SantaIsComing! Santa iscoming tovisittheRushLadiesAuxiliary@ theRushFireDepartment!Please joinusforourfestiveeventwith crafts,games,refreshmentsand visitSanta!Friday,December9th, 7-8pm,RushFireDepartment, 1971RushMendonRd.,Rush. www.rushfd.org

SCOTTSVILLE

Grace’sTableFoodCupboard- at Grace EpiscopalChurch,9Browns Avenue,Scottsville/phone585-889-2028toregisterorfor information.Servingresidentsof Scottsville,Mumford,WestHenrietta,andChili.Foodbagdistributed4:00to5:30,December15, 2022.AdditionalHolidaybagsprovidedforChristmas.

BEST BUYS FOR THE NEW YEAR

Linens and bedding: John Wannamaker was a retail entrepreneur and had a few department stores in New York and Philadelphia. Wannamakers held the first “white sale” in 1878, and since then many stores have continuedthetradition.Januaryis a great month to buy towels, sheets,bedspreads,andmoreata discount.

WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR MOBILE PHONE ETIQUETTE

Always use appropriate language. When using a mobile phone in public, refrain from peppering conversations with expletives or graphic language. Children may be nearby without your knowledge, but even if there are no young people in the immediate vicinity, your fellow adults likely don’t want to hear foul or graphic language.

TheWomen’sClubofWebster’s December Holiday- General MeetingandLuncheonfeatures keyboardartistEugeneBoldewskul withvocalsbyDariaKompaniecon Thursday,December15thatthe MidvaleCountryClub,2387Baird Rd.,Penfield.WomeninWebster andsurroundingareasareinvited toattend.SocialMix-and-mingle, 11:15a.m.,12:00noon,meeting, 12:30p.m.lunchfollowedbylive music.Entréechoices:Haddock Christopher,RoastedPorkor ChickenMarsala.Costis$27.Send checkmadeouttoWCWwith choiceofentreebyDecember8th toCarolynRittenhouse,405 CountyLineRoad,Ontario,14519. Questions?585-265-1303.

GUIDELINES FOR HOMETOWN EVENTS:

Events should occur on a specific date at a specific time. Due to the increasing number of submissions, we will no longer be able to publish the following items:

• Businesses/schools seeking registration for classes or program

• Organizations seeking crafters or vendor

• Organizations seeking donations of items

Genesee Valley Penny Saver reserves the right to approve/reject events for publication. Events are published as space allows.

Event deadline is Monday, 2 weeks prior to publication date

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Gift Auctions Can Successfully Raise Funds

Gift auctions are a fun way to raise money for good causes. Organizing a gift auction requires a team of dedicated volunteers.

* Establish the event date and venue. Before any gifts can be collected, set the date for the auction and secure a location. The location should be large enough to display all of the prizes. A school gymnasium or the party room of a firehouse or fraternal lodge may suffice. The date and time should be convenient for adult participants, as gift auctions are often to events that cater to adults.

* Enlist day-of-event volunteers. Volunteers willing to work during the event can carry the prizes to the winning bidders and answer any questions guests might have throughout the auction.

STRANGE BUT TRUE By Lucie Winborne

* Doctors who perform laparoscopic surgery, which involves inserting a tiny camera into a patient’s body through a small incision, have better coordination if they play video games at least three hours per week. According to a 2003 study, gamer surgeons made 37% fewer errors and worked 27% faster than those whose only “video game” experience was the surgery itself.

Residents and surrounding businesses collaborate with the Salvation Army every year to lend a hand in keeping kids warm by donating winter coats and toys to families in need. In 1983, the Salvation Army launched the Coats for Kids initiative. The aim is that no child will be left without a coat during winter.

RESCUED TREASURES –

Giving Furry Friends the Gift of Love

BY JODY GREER

The season of giving is upon us, and for many neglected and abandoned animals, there is no greater gi than that of a safe, loving home with a forever family. Local rescue shelters are exceeding capacity and rely heavily on community engagement to aid with supplying toys, food, and many other essen al supplies. Adop ng a pet from a local shelter is not only giving back to your community, but saving the life of an animal in need.

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Rescued Treasures Pet Adop ons in Rochester is a network of over 100 fosters and volunteers. Their passion is rescuing abandoned and homeless pets. A non-profit, their caring, compassion, and desire to serve comes straight from the heart.

Avon na ve Jennifer Evere is a Rescued Treasures six-year rescue veteran. Using her wealth of knowledge, she educates fosters, prospec ve pet owners, and store volunteers. Balancing a fullme job and a busy schedule, Evere is available for guidance a er hours and on weekends.

Fierce dedica on like Evere ’s is not uncommon among Rescued Treasures volunteers who are driven to care for the well-being of our most vulnerable animal popula ons. Sadly, it’s a common mispercep on that shelter animals suffer behavioral problems. In reality, many of them were abandoned by pet owners who could no longer financially care for them, moved out of the area, or passed away.

One of the best ways to help is to foster. Rescued Treasures’ adoptable pets are at PetSmart via their loca ons in Greece and Baytown Plaza, Webster. The rescue has also opened its new Pawsi ve Cat Café on East Avenue in Rochester.

Evere con nues to support Rescued Treasures for a reason. “It’s clear they always want to do right by the animal,” she said. Like many, Evere feels rewarded by the drama c progress she has seen in shelter pets.

“One of my favorite ones was a li le black cat named Willow,” she recalled. “She had a li er, and she was fiercely protec ve of them. Although she didn’t seem to be feral, she wanted no part of anything with humans.”

Evere ’s solu on? Pa ence. “I just gave her me to come out of her shell,” she explained. “She was at my house for a year and three months. It took her that long to come out of any trauma. A wonderful couple adopted her. Her story is a testament.”

Fostering or adop ng a shelter pet means not only that you’ll save its life, but also the life of another animal that can then be taken in. Can’t adopt or foster? There are s ll many ways you can support your local animal shelter. Take a cue from our 12 Days of Christmas Pet Shelter Wishlist!

1. Vet Appointments

Help pets get the care they need with a local vet.

2. Dog & Cat Toys

From rubber balls and lasers to cloth mice and feathers, pets thrive with play.

3. Activity Toys

These “smart” toys help keep pets healthy & happy!

4. Puppy Food

Help give these fur babies something to grow on.

5. Kitten Food

Royal Canin can be eaten by ki ens as young as 4 weeks

6. Adult Dry Cat Food

Science Diet, Iams & Blue Buffalo are preferred by Rescued Treasures!

7. Canned Cat Food

These fab felines benefit from something so to eat.

8. Treats

A fun and well-deserved treat can work miracles.

9. Adult Dog Beds

Help keep Fido off the floor this winter.

10. Velcro Collars

A very prac cal necessity, collars help with iden fica on and walks.

11. Scratching Posts

Get ki es in the habit of scratching where they should.

12. Super Soft Blankets

Is there anything more comfor ng for pets or humans?

A 501c3 rescue organiza on that fully vets and places cats, dogs, and other small animals in permanent homes. All pets will be adoptable!

WWW.RESCUED TREASURES.COM

IG: RTPADOPTIONS

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WORKING PARENTS CAN CREATE BETTER WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Look for ways to be more efficient. Interactions with coworkers can make work more enjoyable, but working parents should not spend too much time shooting the breeze with their fellow employees. Doing so wastes time and only contributes to work-related stress. Commuters who don’t drive themselves to work can be more efficient by using their commutes to read emails, arrange meetings or catch up on projects. Doing so allows for more time to get work done while in the office, which can make it easier to go home on time.

HVAC Maintenance Mechanic

Needed for Rush-Henrietta Central School District

Full-time position responsible for performing a variety of building, installation, maintenance, and repair tasks including boiler operation and repair, steam/hot water systems, minor electrical, general plumbing, heating, and ventilation. Must have 1 year of related HVAC, plumbing, and steam boiler experience, a clean NYS driver’s license, and ability to li up to 50 lbs.

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Executive Assistant to the Sales Manager FULL-TIME

Immediate opening for an energetic self-motivated individual to assist our sales manager.

Job duties include: customer service working with other publications to book and place ads, helping with agency accounts, and generally assisting the sales manager to make sure the department is running smoothly.

Candidates must have excellent time management, customer service, organizational and interpersonal skills. Computer experience (ad order entry, email, Internet) a must. Must be goal and detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Competitive salary and bene ts.

WORKING FOREMAN

EAST ROCHESTER SCHOOLS

East Rochester is seeking an individual who is able to supervise our evening building cleaners, perform routine and specialized cleaning and repair duties on campus, work with community groups and the public accessing our school in the evenings. Perform other duties as assigned. Full-time, 12-month position with excellent compensation and bene ts package per terms of the CSEA contract and eligibility for NYS retirement. Applicants must have or be eligible for the Civil Service Title of Working Foreman.

For more information and to apply, visit the online application site available through the employment tab at erschools.org. Contact Jen Flanagan with questions 585-248-6328

NOW BIDDING

MBE/DBE/WBE Subcontractors/Suppliers

One of the leading General Contractors in Upstate NY is soliciting bids for an upcoming construction project in the City of Rochester.

New York State Certi ed MBE, DBE, and WBE subcontractors are requested for all scopes of work regarding the buildout phase of this project set to start in January 2023, with completion in the early spring of 2024.

Please send information to: TAYLOR – e Builders; 105 Despatch Drive, East Rochester, NY 14445, fax to 585-248-5630, or email to Info@BuildTaylor.com.

No phone calls will be accepted! An Equal Opportunity Employer

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WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A TEAM PLAYER

The ability to communicate, interact and work collectively with others is both a professional and personal asset. But in certain ways, the reliance on technology has made working as a team more complicated. People have grown accustomed to spending large quantities of time alone working at computers or on phones and tablets, potentially compromising their ability to work directly with others when the need arises.

According to Monster.com, when it comes to choosing a candidate for a new job or promotion, employers consistently say they want a team player. That means it’s advantageous for professionals looking to further their careers to brush up on their team-building and social skills.

DID YOU KNOW?

Brief breaks during the work day can dramatically improve one’s ability to focus on a task. A 2011 study published in the journal Cognition found that brief mental breaks can improve focus on a prolonged task. The study’s authors tested participants’ ability to focus on a repetitive computerized task for 50 minutes under various conditions. The control group performed the task without breaks or diversions. The switch group and non-switch group memorized four digits before performing the task and were directed to respond if they saw one of the digits on the screen while performing the task. The switch group was the only group to be presented with the digits twice during the experiment, and both groups were tested on their memory of the digits at the end of the task. Most participants’ performance declined considerably over the course of the 50-minute task. However, the performance of those in the switch group did not decline at all, as the two brief breaks to respond to the digits allowed them to maintain their focus throughout the experiment. The researchers behind the study concluded that the switch group’s performance was steady because the brain is built to detect and respond to change, and its performance will actually suffer if it must maintain prolonged attention on a single task without taking a break. Professionals with a lot on their plates may see their performance improve by taking frequent mental breaks throughout the workday.

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(NAPSI)—Anyoneinvolvedinrunningatheater,festival,orasportingorlive music event knows all too well the difficulty of doing it on your own. Some event managers turn to third parties like Eventbrite or Ticketmaster to get help with critical ticket sales, but one of the biggest pain points is finding an effective ticketing solution that supports their brand. When ticketing, marketing, fundraising and donation activities are not synchronized, event managers spend more time managing their business rather than the event itself. This leads to lost profits and angry patrons.

Rick Blair, co-founder of Artisan Center Theater in Hurst, TX, went through years of trying different ticket brokers to increase sales, but was put off by the high fees and lack of personal attention. He also found that the solutions he tried did not work well with his other tools. “I had separate platforms for ticketing, marketing, website updates and donor management. None of them talked to each other and the entire process was a mess,” he said. Two years ago, he discovered the Vendini ticketing platform. Now the theater has an all-in-one system to handle VIP alerts and online, mobile and box office ticket sales that integrates with e-mail, social and direct marketing.

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By using Vendini’s Patron Connect, Blair and his team are notified when a donor is coming to the show and where they will be sitting. “When I get the alert, I can rush to my office, write a thank-you card, and slip it onto the donor’s seat before they arrive. That has resulted in many new donations because everyone appreciates a personal touch. Patron Connect is one of my most powerful marketing tools.”

Vendini makes event execution simpler and faster. Event managers can create an event, specify dates and times, set pricing, and start selling tickets in minutes. Vendini’s live event management software helps managers like Blair run events more easily and effectively.

Learn More: For more information, go to www.vendini.com.

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