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Here’s a Tip • Sources who know say that if you drop a marble (clean glass) in your tea kettle, it will prevent it from scaling. • Like to use paper towels to dry your clean hands? Set them aside to dry, then you can use them for cleaning with glass cleaner or other solutions. • Use a shower curtain cut or folded in half under baby’s highchair to make cleaning up the floor easier. * Air-popped popcorn is better for you and healthier. If you have an air popper, you’ll also have a jar of popcorn kernels. Keep them in the refrigerator or even the freezer. You can use them straight from the fridge, and the bonus is that you’ll have less unpopped kernels and bigger, fluffier popcorn. -- E.M. in Wisconsin (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

Hocus Focus BY HENRY BOLTINOFF

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.

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and 1972 23-foot COASTAL REC SAILBOAT with ﬁberglass cabin, MOTOR and 1972 Trail Rite BOAT TRAILER. Needs good cleaning. Pick up, Leicester. 585-382-6457

RECLINER and/or ACCENT CHAIR, and DRESSER DRAWERS. bmacracing6241@ gmail.com

CEILING FAN - 5 paddles, approximately 45” wide, older bamboo style. Works perfectly. cdevries42@netscape.net

TAXIDERMY MOUNTS, SKINS, FEATHERS. Any condition, any species. For art and/ or repairs. 585-406-0569

One TWIN MATTRESS (soft) & BOX SPRING. Both clean. Pick up, Lima. 585-582-6320

DVD PLAYER needed for an intellectually challenged young adult. Also puzzles with no missing pieces. 585-943-3653

COFFEE TABLE & two END TABLES (Lane), CHEST OF DRAWERS and a BEDSIDE UNIT. 585-506-8704 by appointment.

POWER WHEELCHAIR for disabled young adult. 585-943-3653

White FARMHOUSE KITCHEN SINK. Composite material 37” x 27” x 9”. Fairport area. 585-200-2009

24” to 36” FLAT SCREEN TV in good working condition. 585-394-2901

HARD-SIDED SUITCASES: 585-356-0776 OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR or PORTABLE, for senior with COPD. stujaxon@yahoo.com

Everlast 100 lb. PUNCHING BAG, 46” tall. Pick up, Pittsford. NO CALLS PLEASE TEXT 585-721-1078

Used or unwanted CPAP MACHINE for senior with sleep apnea. Jimfoxx69@yahoo.com

Eight CORRUGATED BOXES, various sizes. In good condition. Pick up only. 585-346-7022

ATVs or DIRT BIKES running or not for father/son project. Call or text Matt 315-576-1278

KIRBY VACUUM CLEANER, Heritage II, Model #2HD. The switch needs replacing. 585-334-2576 Two-drawer black FILE CABINET. 585-507-8788

PET CARRIER capable of holding a 20lb. dog and a pair of WINTER BOOTS, size 9-1/2 to 10. 585-883-7387

GLUTEN FREE FLOURS and BAKING PRODUCTS, large variety. Pick up in Dansville, must take all. 585-746-1689

Good MECHANIC TOOLS needed. Lost all tools in a recent house ﬁre. Tools had helped make extra money for his family. emad_gination@yahoo.com

CHRISTIAN BOOKS - many topics. Have over a dozen. PILATES & YOGA BOOKS (1 each). Lindalou0805@yahoo.com

Looking for SNOW BLOWERS or GENERATORS working or not. Text or call 585-301-8455

Child’s 3 GAME TABLE; includes pool, hockey + soccer game tabletop w/ stand + accessories. Pick up needed. dianejoset@aol.com

OLD BASEBALL GLOVES going to the Dominican. 585-880-9267

WINTER NY/TORONTO PIANO with bench. In good condition. You pick up, Bergen. 585-494-1508 Rolls of WRAPPING PAPER, SEWING NEEDS (buttons, zippers, snap fastener, scrap materials), BEDSHEETS, XMAS PILLOW, WORLD MAP 30” x 52”. Naples area. ginnylf@gmail.com Large quantity of MEN’S XL DEPENDS. You pick up, Batavia. 585-813-3826 Black folding MASSAGE CHAIR - such as a massage therapist would use at events, etc. In excellent condition. 585-967-2413 Two CHROME ADJUSTABLE WALKERS. Good condition. Pick up, Leicester. 585-382-6457

BOOKS needed for a Book Sale to beneﬁt the Interfaith Center. Jackie 585-245-1526 Wii SYSTEM with all the games. 585-415-8513 EGG CARTONS, 12 count. Will pick up from Geneseo and Avon area. 585-5193798 MODELS - Built or Unbuilt. Automotive, Military, Aviation, Ships, etc. Parts and pieces okay. Collector looking for projects, restore. 585-314-6989 Disabled, need HITCH RACK/CARGO CARRIER, please. Geneva, NY area. 336-247-3245 CAST IRON DUTCH OVEN with lid. Any condition. For Scout camping. In Batavia area. 585-356-9306

ELEVATED TOILET SEAT, also MEN’S ABSORBENT UNDERWEAR, large. 585-3348636

AREA RUGS, any size. 585-363-1444

Working FRIGIDAIRE REFRIGERATOR, white. Pick up only. Henrietta. momm9@yahoo.com

Looking for ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s ROCK 8-TRACK TAPES, CASSETTES, and RECORDS for personal collection. gzintel1967@gmail.com

BAILING TWINE SECTIONS, cut from hay bales. 6’ long on average. Hundreds available. 585-317-1058

VINTAGE ELECTRONICS: Tubes, tube testers, test equipment, radios, microphones, stereo audio, motors, speakers, meters, turntables, communication gear, Transistor Radios, Advertising. greg3151@ymail.com

UPRIGHT PIANO. 716-946-0981

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MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel * On Jan. 23, 1941, Charles Lindbergh, a national hero since his nonstop solo ﬂight across the Atlantic, testiﬁes before Congress and suggests that the U.S. negotiate a neutrality pact with Hitler. He publicly denounced “the British, the Jewish and the Roosevelt Administration.” GENESEE VALLEY PENNY SAVER ● GVPENNYSAVER.COM 1-866-812-8111

Kennel or Sitter? Traveling Owner Can’t Decide DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I am traveling for business in a few days and will be gone for just over a week. Because I can’t bring my dog Jasper with me, I’m trying to decide whether to board him at a nearby kennel or hire a dog-sitter instead. I’m worried about him contracting that respiratory illness that has been affecting dogs lately. What’s your recommendation? -- Todd G., via email DEAR TODD: Both of those options are fine -- as long as you take a few minutes to investigate both the kennel and interview the dog-sitter. Schedule a tour of the kennel facility so you can see the conditions Jasper will live in and talk to the staff. Has the kennel had any dogs develop kennel cough or other transmitted viruses recently? How often do they disinfect the kennels and play areas? How much exercise do the dogs get? Likewise, interview the dog-sitter in person, or over Zoom. How often will they visit Jasper -- once or twice a day? How often will Jasper get walks and play time? Will Jasper be the only dog being walked, or will he be part of a group of dogs? Is the dog-sitter insured, in case of accidents? Once you’ve decided which caregiver to place Jasper with, be sure they have your contact information in case of emergencies, and details about Jasper’s diet, type of food and medications. Place an article of clothing that has your scent on it in Jasper’s bag so that he is more comfortable whether staying at home or sleeping at the kennel. After you return, keep an eye on Jasper to make sure he’s healthy. If he is coughing or sneezing frequently, has a lot of nasal or eye discharge, and seems lethargic or uninterested in food, take him to the vet for an evaluation.

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UNIT #45 & #52, Brian McClare Items to be sold at auction may include household goods and miscellaneous items of personal property. Auction will take place January 20, 2024 starting at 10am at the storage premises of Apple Country Storage located at 210 Collamer Rd, Hilton, NY 14468. Registration will be held from 9am to 10am on January 20, 2024 at Apple Country Storage.

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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STRATEGIES TO DISCONNECT MORE OFTEN Turn off your notifications. According to research from the Business of Apps, the average smartphone user in the United States receives 46 app push notifications each day. The sound of a smartphone notification has become as recognizable as any sound, and the volume of notifications the average users receive in a 24-hour period no doubt contributes heavily to how much time they spend on their phones. Turning off notifications makes it easier to disconnect from devices, and may even make individuals more productive. GENESEE VALLEY PENNY SAVER ● GVPENNYSAVER.COM 1-866-812-8111

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3 SIMPLE WAYS TO A HEALTHIER HEART

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH By Keith Roach, M.D.

What Dosage of NSAIDs Is Safe to Take After a Gastric Sleeve? ---

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had weight-loss surgery, specifically an adjustable lap band that was revised to a gastric sleeve in 2018. I have been given and read conflicting recommendations regarding the use of NSAIDs following these procedures. I have read that taking a low dose (400 mg) is considered safe. I have also read and been told to take the children’s liquid form at an adult dosage rather than the tablets. I am a 57-year-old female. I have largely avoided taking NSAIDs for years, but I have developed osteoarthritis and find that I am taking them more often (400 mg once daily, one to two times a week at most). I do ensure that I take them with food and also take a Pepcid whenever I take ibuprofen. -- A.W. ANSWER: There are several types of weight-loss (bariatric) surgery, and the best evidence that I found among those who had a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass shows up to a 70% increase in the relative risk of developing peptic ulcers after surgery. This sounds pretty terrible, but it actually means that in an average time span of four years after surgery, 1.4% of people who didn’t take any NSAIDs got an ulcer, while 2.4% of the group that had the greatest amount of NSAID use developed an ulcer. However, the same study showed that only 0.2% of patients who underwent a sleeve gastrectomy developed an ulcer, and the use of NSAIDs did not significantly increase this number. Finally, other studies have shown that medicines like famotidine (Pepcid) reduce the risk of ulcers by about half when used long-term. NSAIDs always have risks, but for a person with a gastric sleeve, the risks of lowdose ibuprofen are modest and need to be weighed against the benefits for a person’s quality of life.

Heart disease is a formidable foe. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for approximately 800,000 deaths every year. The Government of Canada notes that heart disease is the second leading cause of death in that country, annually accounting for tens of thousands of deaths. (Note: Canada’s population is slightly more than one-tenth the population of the United States.) While heart disease exacts a devastating toll on the United States and Canada, its reach extends far beyond North America, as the American College of Cardiology notes that cardiovascular disease accounts for 31 percent of all deaths across the globe. In spite of the prevalence of heart disease, men and women are not helpless against it. In fact, there are many ways for men and women to reduce their risk for heart disease. 1. Maintain a healthy weight. The American Heart Association reports that between 60 and 70 percent of Americans are overweight or obese. Carrying around extra weight takes a toll on the body, increasing a person’s risk for heart disease and stroke. Overweight or obese men and women can work with their physicians to develop a plan for effective, long-term weight loss, a plan that will likely include a combination of diet and routine exercise. 2. Understand and manage blood pressure. The AHA notes that high blood pressure, a common condition affecting roughly one in three Americans, is often referred to as “the silent killer” because it does not necessarily produce symptoms. Blood pressure measures the force pushing outward on the walls of blood vessels as they carry blood oxygen to the body’s organs, and the force created as the heart rests between beats. Over time, the arterial walls of people with high blood pressure may become stressed and develop weak spots or scarring that makes them vulnerable to the buildup of plaque. Plaque buildup can increase the risk of blood clots and stroke. Blood pressure can rise as a person ages, so managing blood pressure involves routinely checking it and making certain changes, such as eating healthier foods and exercising more often, if it is high. 3. Control cholesterol levels. High levels of low-density lipoprotein, often referred to as “bad” cholesterol, can increase a person’s risk for heart disease. The AHA notes that excessive amounts of cholesterol can be deposited into the arteries as plaque. When that happens, it leads to a condition known as atherosclerosis, or a narrowing of the inside of the artery walls. That narrowing leads to an increased risk for heart attack and stroke. Men and women should get their cholesterol levels checked at least once every four to six years beginning at age 20. Men and women who have been diagnosed with high cholesterol should recognize that cholesterol is only found in animal products, so a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains and low in animal products can provide a simple way for men and women to lower their cholesterol. A more thorough and detailed plan to lower cholesterol levels should be discussed with a physician. More information about heart disease and how to combat it can be found at www.heart.org.

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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. © 2024 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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We’ve Been Busy! Our local family-owned business continues to grow and evolve in 2024 and we want to take this opportunity to share with you all we have going on to start the year.

Printing We’re very excited to announce our long-term investment in new printing equipment that will arrive in February. We’re incredibly grateful for the history and longevity of our current machines, which arrived in the 1980s from East Germany. But as our capabilities have grown since then, so too has our need to update how we serve you. You might notice our Penny Saver size adjust to a standard 8.5x11 magazine format in the coming weeks. You might also notice the colors, registration and overall quality of our printing improve. We’re investing in us, so that we can invest in you for many years to come. A New Edition Coming this spring we’ll be adding a new weekly tenth edition in Wayne/Ontario counties. It will be distributed in the Macedon, Palmyra, Newark, Clifton Springs and Phelps communities. Please help us name this new edition by going online to gvpennysaver.com/nameit.

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Our Name Some of you may have noticed the new sign at our headquarters in Avon that reads “Featured Media.” Featured Media is our new umbrella for everything we can do for you. That includes the award-winning Genesee Valley Penny Saver, Home Magazine, Penny Lane Printing and Promotional Products and now our full-service digital agency. Featured Media is all about you, our customers, and how you reach your customers and everyone in the community.

Our People There’s no way we could accomplish any of these projects without our people. Our talented staff of marketing consultants, graphic designers, digital specialists, skilled press and production workers, circulation and delivery personnel, and front office team are committed to keeping us at the forefront of media communications. Thanks to all our staff for what they do for our company and the community. And of course, thank YOU for reading!

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Forgotten Stories: The WWII German and Italian POWs of Oakfield, NY BY SUZIE WELLS

ccording to Military History Now, though “Hitler’s armies never invaded the US... hundreds of thousands of German troops did land on America’s shores – as prisoners of war.” At WWII’s peak, up to 30,000 POWs landed in US ports every month, and there were camps in almost every US state. There were up to 1,204 camps and hospitals for wounded enemies on US land for more than 370,000 German POWs, 51,000 Italian POWs, and 5,000 Japanese (MHN). At that time, with so many adult males away involved in the war eﬀort in some capacity, these POWs labored for American farmers and businesses to keep our nation aﬂoat. The prisoners were housed, fed, and paid for their labor quite humanely. Very few escaped, and many settled in the US after the war ended, again according to Military History Now.

The ﬁsh market “Hans” and his wife, Frieda, ran in Greifswalderstrasse, East Berlin. They lived in the apartment upstairs with their daughters, Lisolette and Margitta.

Oakfield historian Laurie Nanni shares the story of the town’s WWII POW camps: “In Oakfield, we had two POW camps during the end of WWII. The German POWs were held at the Haxton Canning Factory and the Italian POWs were held at the boarding house at the USG Paper Mill. Most of the [American] men were fighting the war, so there were not many men to do work here. Prisoners were brought mostly from Germany, and some were captured in Africa. “The Germans were under the watchful eye of armed guards in a complex with guard towers and a barbed wire fence. The Italians, on the other hand, only had guards, since midway through the war, the Italians became our nation’s allies instead of enemies. The Italians were allowed to “go home” on Sundays with other Italian families in town for dinner and to talk of the old country. “The Germans were all pretty young, some were artists and professionals, all forced to fight or their families would be killed. The Oakfield Museum at 7 Maple Ave now displays four drawings by a German artist POW. “Per 1929 Geneva Convention rules, the WWII German POWs were marched around the block of Maple Avenue for exercise, with guards at the front, back, and on the sides. They sang songs in German as they marched. They worked very hard and were well liked by the man in charge of them, Everett Smith. He was a fair man who appreciated industry. He even brought some of them to his home for a picnic a few times.

“On February 23, 2022, I received an email from CoraConstanze Sommerey, from Berlin, regarding her great uncle, Johannes Moran. They had recently found a death certificate saying he died in Oakfield, NY as a POW. The family never knew what happened to him. The Nazis came to his fish market he ran with his wife and put a gun to her head saying he had to go with them or they would kill her. They never saw him again. He had two young daughters at the time.” He was originally buried at Fort Niagara with military honors. They eventually moved the people in the cemetery there to Woodlawn Cemetery in Buffalo. Nanni said, “I was able to send the family pictures of his grave and an article regarding his death. His youngest brother was alive and in his 90s when they got my email. He cried for hours, finally knowing what happened to his brother.” From Cora-Constanze Sommeray, Johannes’ great niece – “From what my dad and my granddad told me about Hans, he and Frieda had a shop in Berlin, mainly selling fish, but also vegetables and coals. He would go on a regular basis from Berlin to Königsberg (Kaliningrad) to see my granddad and family, whistling at the garden fence and throwing his hat in the air. At family gatherings he was famous for entertaining by playing the accordion. He was so full of life and a real character.”

“One time, POWs escaped, but oﬃcials found the men. And we Johannes Maron’s tombstone had one German prisoner die while here. He opened a vat at the canning factory and was so badly burned by the steam that he went into cardiac arrest and died.

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Driving With A Dog In Your Lap Driving under the inﬂuence of drugs/ alcohol, speeding, running stop lights/ signs are several illegal potentials that could cause serious harm to a driver or passengers or the same to those in another vehicle. PLEASE help me understand why drivers can navigate one handed while a dog sits in their lap? Driving with a dog in your lap may impede the proper functioning of an air bag/seat belt if in a collision, which may be a signiﬁcant hazard to the dog, the driver and/or others in the vehicle. PLEASE tell these reckless drivers they’re a danger to themselves, their pets and others. Wake up and keep your eyes on the road and not your darn dog!

Enough Already Is anyone else tired of all the [professional sports team] coverage in our area? ENOUGH ALREADY!

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Hamlin Public Library 1680 Lake Road, Hamlin 585.964.2320 hamlinlibraryny.org Mondays/Wednesdays 10am6pm; Tuesdays/Thursdays 10am-8pm; Fridays 10am-4pm; Saturdays 10am-2pm

Hoag Library 134 S. Main St., Albion 585.589.4246 Visit our website for hours. www.hoaglibrary.org

Holley Community Free Library 86 Public Square, Holley 585.638.6987 • holleylibrary.org Hrs.: M & W: 10am-1pm & 4-8pm Tu, Th, & F: 10am-5pm Sat: 10am-2pm until June 22nd (Closed Sat for the Summer)

Seymour Library 161 East Ave., Brockport 585.637.1050 www.seymourlibraryweb.org Hrs.: M-Th: 10am-8pm, F: 10am-6pm Sat: 10am-3pm

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

HAMLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/Wednesdays from 10am6pm; Tuesdays/Thursdays from 10am-8pm; Fridays from 10am-4pm. Preschool storytime with Mrs. Carlson is every Monday at 10:30am. Join us for fun books, active songs, early literacy activities and playtime with friends! Digital Literacy of Rochester is at the library Mondays from noon3pm providing tech help. Adult Book Club featuring “With My Little Eye” by Joshilyn Jackson is Wednesday, January 24 at 2pm. Lego Club for all ages is Thursday, February 1 from 6-7pm. Call 964-2320 to register for programs. Visit our Facebook page or www.hamlinlibraryny.org for more information.

SEYMOUR LIBRARY: All Ages Story Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am to 11:30am (except Tuesday, January 2) Join us for our story times on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Both sessions will be for all ages and will feature stories, songs, movement, and rhyme that all the children can enjoy. Make Your Own Cloud Lamp*: Tuesday, January 23, 4:30pm to 5:30pm Create your own glowing cloud lamp, a cool addition to any room! Open to teens and tweens. Materials provided. *Registration required. “As the Pages Turn” Book Club: Wednesday, January 24, 11:00am to 1:00pm and January 25, 6:00pm to 7:00pm. This month’s book is “Calling for a Blanket Dance” by Kristin Oscar Kokeah. Winter STEAM: Wednesday, January 24, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Time for another day of STEAM! Design a snowflake and have fun with an igloo challenge! All materials provided, open to ages 12 and under. PARMA PUBLIC LIBRARY: Tween Escape Room - Wednesday, January 24th, 4:30-5:30pm Can you break out in time? Join us for a mini escape room in the library filled with riddles, puzzles, locks, and more. Ages 8-12. Registration required. Boba Tea for Teens - Thursday, January 25th, 6:00-7:00pm Test out different boba tea combinations to create your own unique drink. Make boba balls to bring home. For grades 6 & up. Registration required.

BATAVIA The “Strike Up Some Fun for Crossroads” Annual Betty Ellison Memorial Bowling Event is coming up February 9th and 10th at Mancuso Bowling Center! 3 shifts to choose from! This popular event will have a live DJ for the 6 pm shifts, as well as fun and contests throughout! Register on our Facebook page or at www. crossroadshouse.com. Great way for companies to support team building and our comfort care home! Call 343-3892 for more info! Dine Out Fundraiser - Down Syndrome Support Group. Wednesday, 2/21/24 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Miss Batavia Diner, 566 East Main St., Batavia. SAVE THE DATE Come Show Your Support!

ALEXANDER Pancake Breakfast at the WNY Gas & Steam Engine Assoc. Grounds, 10294 Gillate Rd., Alexander. Breakfast will be served JANUARY 21, 7:30a.m.-12p.m. Our menu is pancakes/french toast, sausage, scrambled eggs, sausage & biscuits, home fries, applesauce, coffee, tea, hot chocolate & juice. $12 adult, $5 children 5-12, 4 and under free. Please join us.

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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 R E G I ST E R A N D S U B M I T YO U R E V E N T O N L I N E AT Log in to your account or register on our website to start submitting your events today! www.gvpennysaver.com under ‘Share With Us’ Events may also be submitted at: 1471 Route 15, Avon, NY 14414

ALBION The Art of the Victorian Crazy Quilt. A virtual program on Saturday, January 27 at 2 pm with antique quilt expert Betsey TelfordGoodwin to benefit the Cobblestone Museum. Hear the story of Crazy Quilts put into the historical context that may have led to their popularity. Q & A will follow her talk, which includes info on the preservation and restoration of antique quilts. For reservations and more info about this event visit www.cobblestonemuseum.org or call 585-589-9013.

VFW Post 1602 Country Western Night - VFW Post 1602, 25 Edwards Street, Batavia presents a Country Western Night on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Cheeseburger & FF served from 4:30 PM - 6 PM. $10 Donation / Dinner. Presale Tickets Recommended. Tickets available at the Post or by calling 585-344-3249 after 4:30 PM on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Music by Buckskin & Calico from 6 PM - 9 PM. Costumes are Optional. Open to the Public.

MORCILLA CON SETAS (BLOOD SAUSAGE WITH MUSHROOMS, SPRING PEAS AND MINT OIL) Serves 4 1 pound morcilla blood sausage 1 pound mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, slivered Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons white wine 1 cup shelled spring peas 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint 2 tablespoons mint oil Mint Oil 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup chopped mint Pinch of salt Cut the blood sausage into 12 slices. Sauté the mushrooms in olive oil with garlic, salt and pepper for 5 minutes. Add the wine and cook for 2 more minutes. Boil the peas for 2 minutes and drain. When mushrooms are done, remove from heat and stir in the peas. In a cast-iron skillet, sear the morcilla in a dry pan for 2 minutes per side. Arrange the slices of morcilla down the middle of a platter. Surround with mushroom/pea mixture and drizzle the plate with the mint oil. For the mint oil: In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat olive oil to warm. Remove from heat and add the mint and a small pinch of salt. Allow to rest for 1 hour. Drain through a sieve. Reserve extra mint oil for other uses, such as vinaigrette.

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GROWTH OF THE SOLAR EMPLOYMENT SECTOR According to the Solar Foundation’s National Solar Jobs Census 2016, there were 260,077 solar workers working at 8,601 solar companies in the United States in 2016. The census also found that the five states with the most solar jobs in 2016 were California, Massachusetts, Texas, Nevada, and Florida. Twenty-eight percent of state solar workers in 2016 were females, making women the largest demographic in the solar industry. Latinos and Hispanics (17.2 percent), Asians or Pacific Islanders (9.1 percent), and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces (9 percent) rounded out the top four demographics employed by the solar industry. Of the 260,077 solar industry jobs in 2016, more than 137,000 were classified as installation jobs that paid a median wage of $26 per hour. With roughly 38,000 jobs in 2016, solar manufacturing was the next biggest employer of workers in the solar industry.

ADVICE FOR A SUCCESSFUL CAREER CHANGE Research the job market. Look into the industries for the field you are considering. Is it the right time for success in this field? Industries tend to ebb and flow. Do not leave a job only to find the next career has few, if any, openings. Job growth projections are available through resources like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

By Fiﬁ Rodriguez 1. MOVIES: What state is the setting for the 1990s movie “Twister”? 2. GEOGRAPHY: Lake Okeechobee is in which U.S. state? 3. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president adopted the expression, “Speak softly and carry a big stick”? 4. MUSIC: Actor/singer Jared Leto also is the front man for which rock music band? 5. HISTORY: The U.S. Civil War ended in 1865 when Gen. Robert E. Lee surrendered to Union forces in which Virginia town? 6. SCIENCE: Which element has the symbol Pb? 7. GAMES: What is the destination in the board game Candy Land? 8. TELEVISON: Who was the long-running host of “American Bandstand”? 9. U.S. STATES: What is the capital of Alaska? 10. LITERATURE: Who is the author of the autobiographical work “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”?

Answers 1. Oklahoma. 2. Florida. 3. Theodore Roosevelt. 4. Thirty Seconds to Mars. 5. Appomattox. 6. Lead. 7. Candy Castle. 8. Dick Clark. 9. Juneau. 10. Maya Angelou.

MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel * On Jan. 20, 1961, 87-year-old Robert Frost recited his poem “The Gift Outright” at the inauguration of President John F. Kennedy. Although Frost had written a new poem for the occasion, faint ink in his typewriter made the words difﬁcult to read, so he recited “The Gift Outright” from memory. EMPLOYMENT ● GVPENNYSAVER.COM 1-866-812-8111

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STRANGE BUT TRUE By Lucie Winborne * Japanese trains, reputedly the most punctual in the world, issue passengers with a “delay certiﬁcate” if a train is running more than ﬁve minutes behind schedule. The documents can be shown to bosses or teachers to explain a passenger’s lateness. EMPLOYMENT ● GVPENNYSAVER.COM 1-866-812-8111

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Scott Joplin (c. 1868-1917): Born into a musical family that included his mother, a singer and banjo player, and his father, a violist, Scott Joplin grew up in Texarkana, learning to play the guitar and later the piano at a very young age. By the time Joplin was a teenager, he was working as a traveling musician and eventually became the foremost composer of ragtime jazz. Biography.com notes that Joplin was a true student of music, studying at the George R. Smith College for Negroes in Missouri during the 1890s. Though one of history’s most celebrated jazz musicians, Joplin also composed ballets and operas.

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