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VALENTINES TRADITIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD Considered to be one of the most romantic countries in the world, France can be an ideal place to participate in Valentine’s Day traditions. The French have an old custom called “une loterie d’amour,” which is a drawing for love. Single men and women of all ages once entered houses that faced one another and took turns calling out to one another to find romantic matches. The men could refuse the match and leave the woman looking for another man to call on. Women who were not paired up would light a bonfire and damn the men who rejected them. The French government eventually banned the practice because of rowdy crowds.

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With the big game coming up, what do you most look forward to in the broadcast?

Valentine’s Day symbols like heart-shaped boxes of chocolate, Cupid shooting his arrow and bouquets of roses are ubiquitous come February. Each of those symbolizes is meant to signify the love individuals have for their significant others, but perhaps no Valentine’s Day image is more symbolic of love than doves.

According to LiveScience.com, doves have been a symbol of love since the Middle Ages, when many people believed birds chose their mates on Valentine’s Day. But the history of doves and their affiliation with love dates back even further and can be traced to the days of Greek mythology. Aphrodite is the goddess of love in Greek mythology, and she is often depicted as being surrounded by doves. Doves’ own traits also have helped them become symbols of love, as LiveScience.com notes that male doves help their female partners incubate and tend to their young, bolstering their image as caring, loving birds.

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Though Valentine’s Day has “disappointing” and conflicting mythical origins, “stressing the saints’ miracles and gruesome deaths [without] a word about romance” according to History. com, Valentine’s Day is generally recognized as synonymous with love and romance. What do you think is the primary purpose of Valentine’s Day today?

• Celebrating romantic love • Showing appreciation and love to friends and family • Enjoying self-love and self-care • Participating in commercialized expressions of affection • Embracing a cultural tradition and spreading joy

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MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel * On Feb. 15, 1965, in accordance with a formal proclamation by Queen Elizabeth II of England, a new Canadian national flag is raised in Ottawa, the capital of Canada. The search for a new national flag began in 1925.

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Residential burglar alarm systems have been linked to a steady decrease in burglaries.

Researchers at Rutgers University examined burglaries in Newark over a five-year period, ultimately concluding that an increase in registered home burglar alarms coincided with a decrease in burglaries. (Rutgers University School of Criminal Justice)

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HOW TO STAY SAFE ON DIY PROJECTS Be especially careful with power tools. Power tools can do a lot and they’re fun to use. But it’s important that DIYers do not let fun distract them from safety. The Power Tool Institute urges power tool users to wear personal protective equipment, including eye and hearing protection and a dust mask, whenever using power tools.

The PTI also advises users to make sure tools are powered down before plugging them in and to inspect the tool before using it. Inspections can confirm that all guards are in place and that tools are up to the task at hand. Much like it’s unsafe to overreach on a ladder, overreaching when using power tools increase the risk for mistakes, accidents and injuries.

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Cultivating Art, Culture, and Community: The Visionary Leadership of Gregory Hallock

BY SUZIE WELLS

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f you take ART out of EARTH, you get EH.” In the realm where art meets community, Gregory Hallock, Executive Director of the Genesee-Orleans Regional Arts Council (GOArt), has become a driving force behind the development of a cultural hub that showcases art in all forms and intertwines it with the rich tapestry of diverse cultures. Hallock bubbles with pride talking about the center. He says, “I love what I do. When I talk to kids nowadays and ask about their dream jobs, they’re so surprised that there is a dream job. I live my dream job. I love making art happen.”

Hallock’s journey into the world of arts and culture is fueled by a deep-seated love for his work. A firm believer that everyone should have access to transformative cultural experiences, he tirelessly seeks out opportunities and secures grants to bring a wide array of artists to Western New York. His dedication stems from a desire to share the intrinsic joy of experiencing ballets, theater, and other cultural events with as many people as possible.

Raised in Delvin, NY, Hallock cherishes the small-town atmosphere of Western NY, where he believes he can make a more significant impact than in the bustling arts and culture scene of New York City.

Balancing the charm of small-town living with a commitment to exposing his own children and the community to diverse arts and cultures, Hallock exemplifies the fusion of tradition and innovation.

Hallock’s personal and professional ethos intertwine seamlessly. His role as a father is as crucial to him as his official responsibilities. Growing up in a family that embraced diversity, he aims to instill the same values in his adopted children, ensuring they connect with their respective Puerto Rican and Dominican roots while exploring a multitude of cultures.

A proponent of travel as an educational experience, Hallock emphasizes the importance of learning beyond textbooks. Having studied abroad and traveled extensively, he advocates for exposing children to various cultures through travel. Hallock embarks with his family on an annual cross-country road trip, immersing themselves in the cultural fabric of each state, creating memories to last a lifetime.

An Eagle Scout and a lifelong volunteer, Hallock’s dedication to giving back is ingrained in his character. While his role as the Director of GOArt prevents direct involvement in Batavia’s Pride Center he helped create, he remains actively engaged in volunteer work with Batavia’s Historic Preservation Commission and Shea’s Performing Arts Center.

through dance. She then created a musical about her own life story and performed it at Shea’s.

When asked what role arts and creative expression play in culture, Hallock offers a resounding, Gregory with his kids “Everything,” explaining that from the moment we wake up in the morning with alarm clocks created by humans, dressing in clothes designed by humans and selected by us for a day based on our mood, the day’s plans, etc.

From architecture and design of every building, furniture piece, landscaping, food, beverage, light displays, car designs – “everything that puts a smile on your face” – that’s art, Hallock says. Humans need to create and experience art. It’s integral to our emotional well-being. We must do what makes us happy, what recharges us, and that’s often art. He cites art therapy used in hospitals, children’s programs, and mental health facilities, as well as theater/film and paint & sip classes at which we can escape challenges of our own lives and slip into another mode. We need art, he says. “I don’t know how we would exist as a world without it. That’s why it works for me.

We can’t escape it.”

The community’s overwhelming support for GOArt reflects Hallock’s successful efforts in building a thriving cultural center.

With over 100 events annually, GOArt includes a performance space, a library, a music recording studio, a dance studio, a culinary kitchen, multiple galleries, a working bar dating back to the building’s men’s club days, as well as “the coolest bathrooms all around the world,” Hallock says.

The organization has grown so much and the building is historic, so when they ran out of room but had more ideas to expand, they had to dig down. They’re now raising the building slowly to add another level for a pottery studio, woodworking space, another gallery, hopefully a bakery, and hopefully a coffee shop as well as storage space and space to expand as ideas flow.

Gregory Hallock’s unwavering commitment to enriching the community through arts and culture extends beyond the walls of GOArt, shaping the cultural landscape of Western New York and leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of those who have experienced the transformative power of art and diversity under his leadership.

Hallock’s favorite moments have included witnessing artists’ growth in their craft, or in watching cultural projects flourish. He recounts stories of artists like Gaitrie Subryan of Devi Bollywood Dance in Buffalo, who, through a NYS Create grant, came to GOArt and collaborated with students to express their own stories

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The love game is never called off on account of darkness. ~Tom Masson

By Fifi Rodriguez 1. MOVIES: Which movie has the tagline, “May the odds be ever in your favor”?

2. GEOGRAPHY: Which country possesses Baffin Island?

3. AD SLOGANS: Which company’s slogan is, “You’re in good hands”?

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4. LANGUAGE: What is a common saying for the Latin phrase “lapsus linguae”?

5. MUSIC: What country was home to reggae singer Bob Marley?

6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is an example of a macropod?

7. TELEVISION: Gordon, Percy, James, Toby and Emily are characters on which children’s show?

8. MATH: What is 1/60 of a degree?

9. LITERATURE: Who wrote the book series “The Chronicles of Narnia”?

10. ACRONYMS: What does the acronym SPF stand for?

Answers 1. “The Hunger Games.”

2. Canada.

3. Allstate.

4. A slip of the tongue.

5. Jamaica.

6. Kangaroo.

7. “Thomas the Tank Engine.”

8. A minute.

9. C.S. Lewis.

10. Sun Protection Factor. © 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

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PLEASE Please don’t sit in your car using a handicap spot waiting for your person. It takes away from those who truly need it. You can drop them off in front of the store and then sit in the front and wait for them. You can see them come out. It’s okay as long as you stay in your car. It’s so hard for me and others truly walking disabled, especially coming out of the store after being on my feet to have to walk any distance whatsoever.

And when I see people sitting in the closest handicap spots just upsets me. It’s bad enough we know that there’s people who truly don’t need a handicap spot. I know many of them who do lots of yard work very easily then have a handicap sticker.

Thank you I live in Henrietta and I want to thank the CHS Ambulance crew that helped me Saturday, January 27th around 5:00 PM. I am grateful not only for their knowledge and expertise, but how they treated me. They were both great. Thank you CHS. Thank you Thank you! On Thursday, Feb. 1, I ate lunch at a local restaurant in Clifton Springs. I had soup, sandwich, and coffee -- all delicious. When I asked for the bill, I was told it had been taken care of and I was all set.

To whomever paid my bill, thank you! It was very thoughtful and much appreciated!

Restaurants When you are going to post your hours and when you may be closed for specials events on your website, please keep your site accurate. We checked the website shortly before leaving, headed to a local establishment for dinner, just to find that they were closed for a private party. Inconvenient, to say the least.

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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. Fiber Arts program is Monday, February 12 from 3-5pm. Bring your own project or join our group knitting and/or crocheting projects. Sensory play for little ones is Thursday, February 15 from 1-2pm and 6-7pm. Adult Silent Book Club is Tuesday, February 20 from 6-7:30pm.

Members of the Black Storytelling League of Rochester will be presenting for all ages on Wednesday, February 21 at 1pm at the Hamlin Town Hall gymnasium. School break Dino-Mania program is Thursday, February 22 from 1-2:30pm and 6-7:30pm. Call 964-2320 to register for programs.

Visit us on Facebook or www. hamlinlibraryny.org.

PARMA PUBLIC LIBRARY: Painting - Thursday, February 15th, 10:30am-12:30pm OR 1:303:30pm The design for this month is still being decided. Keep an eye out!

Fawn will be leading painting this month. Register starting 2/1.

The Civil Rights Act of 1964: MLK Jr., Lyndon Johnson and the Fight for Justice - Friday, February 16th, 2:00-3:30pm President Kennedy was assassinated leaving behind a civil rights bill in Congress that did not look like it would be passed. His successor, Lyndon Johnson had been the Senate Majority Leader in the 1950s and knew how the system worked to get things done. This would lead eventually to the passing of one of the most important pieces of legislation in American history. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Public Library. Registration optional.

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SEYMOUR LIBRARY: Magazine Silhouette Art: Tuesday, February 13, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Tweens & Teens! Come and create a piece of art! We will create our own magazine silhouette art using magazine strips!

Geometric Painted boxes *: Friday February 16, 12:00pm to 2:00pm Design a unique geometric painted box with painter’s tape. *Registration required.

Saturday Storytime: Saturday, February 17, 12:30pm to 1:00pm We’re adding a special Saturday Storytime slot for those who can’t make it during the week! We’ll still be reading our favorite stories and sharing our favorite songs and rhymes. Open to children of all ages and their caregivers.

ALBION Writing Western NY’s Eclipse Story Together, February 22, 7 pm. Debra Ross, Chair of Rochester’s Eclipse Task Force & CoChair of the AAS Nat’l. Solar Eclipse Task Force will present an informative virtual talk about April 8’s solar eclipse and share how to make this historic spectacle part of one’s personal history. Hear safety tips for viewing and more. Proceeds from this Zoom program benefit the Cobblestone Society & Museum.

Visit www.cobblestonemuseum. org/special-events or call 585-589-9013 for information or registrations.

HLOM Guest Speaker Series: The Holland Land Office Museum is proud to welcome as the first presenter of our 2024 Guest Speaker Series Rick Falkowski on Thursday, February 15th at 7 pm. Mr. Falkowski is an author and lecturer who has given presentations on several aspects of WNY life and history, will be presenting on his newest book, “The Spirit of Buffalo Women: Prominent Women who called WNY their Home.” The book highlights the many accomplishments of local women throughout history and their lasting impact on our area. Admission is $5 or $3 for museum members. Please contact the museum at 585-343-4727 or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com if you would like to attend.

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BATAVIA Black History Program - Mt Zion Church is having its third annual Black History Program on Sunday February 11th at 11am, 516 Ellicott St, Batavia. Come and Enjoy singing, poetry and history. If anyone would like to participate in this event contact Dr. Williams at 704-813-5582. All are invited to attend. Feel free to wear black history month attire. There will be a dinner immediately following the program. Kids will receive a goodie bag.

Italian lovers celebrate Valentine’s Day in much the same way as Americans.

One interesting Valentine’s tradition in Italy is locking padlocks to different structures, which is called “Lucchetti dell’Amore (locks of love).” Couples attach the locks to bridges, railings and lamp posts, inscribe their names and throw away the key. The action suggests the couple will be together forever.

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The Great Batavia Train Show Sunday, April 14, 2024. Location: Richard C. Call Arena at Genesee Community College, Batavia.

Admission: $6 adults, $3 under 18, free for children under 13. Hours: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Features: Model train vendors, free parking, snack bar. Additional Train Show Information: Contact Information: Train Show Chairman: Mike Pyszczek. Phone: 585-768-4579 ( r e s i d e n c e ) . E m a i l : bataviatrainshow@gmail.com. Web site: www.gsme.org. Mailing address: GSME, P.O. Box 75, Oakfield, NY 14125.

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Bi-monthly Fundraising Dinners - Bi-monthly fundraising dinners will be held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month to help support the Brockport Area Veterans Club (222 West Avenue, Brockport). The American Legion Auxiliary #379 will serve a Lasagna Dinner on the 2nd Wednesday of the month and a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Both dinners are from 4PM - 6PM (Dine in or Take out).

Cost: $12/person; $6/Veteran. For reservations, call (585) 637-5012.

Nо-Denomina оal Bible Talk FREE

Held at Brockport Exempts. These talks are quiet, reverent, upholding the life and teachings of Jesus.

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Meat Raffle Hamlin VFW - Saturday February 17th. Door opens @ 7:00PM. Function is being held at the Hamlin VFW, 1739 Lake Road. https://hamlinveteransassociation. org/

Wheatland Senior Citizens Club monthly meeting will be February 13, 12:00 noon in the Senior Center at the Town Hall, Main St. in Scottsville. Bring your own lunch.

Coffee and tea is available. Our yearly dues of $7 per person will begin to be collected. This is our first meeting of the year due to the cancellation last month because of the weather. We welcome our new President , Jim Luke who is also Treasurer, Vice President Angie Shortino, and returning Secretary Eleanor Lyons. Hope to see you all soon. For more info or to join the club please contact Darryl Cady at 889-4330.

OAKFIELD Chair Yoga - Every Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Open to all! All equipment is provided! No Registration Required! Walk in and join us! The GOOSE Community Center, 33 South Main Street, Oakf i e l d . h t t p : / / w w w . warriorhouseofwny.com Join Us At The Goose! Coffee Hour Every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11 a.m., Just walk in and join us! Please Follow The Goose Facebook page for updates, additions, and cancellations. The GOOSE Community Center, 33 South Main St., Oakfield. http:// www.warriorhouseofwny.com

ROCHESTER Rochester Model Railroad Club Open House - Saturday, March 2, 10-5pm and Sunday, March 3, 1-5pm. Model railroad flee market on Saturday. Large (40 x 60 foot HO train layout depicting the Lehigh Valley railroad of the 1950’s from Buffalo thru Pennsylvania to Jersey City. Members have used photos, actual plans and on-site visits and pictures to recreate many of the actual scenes, buildings and bridges. One of the highlights of the layout is the Lehigh Valley Gorge. The event is not handicapped accessible as the layout is in the basement of the First Universalist Church, 150 South Avenue, Rochester. Masks are optional.

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SPENCERPORT Coffee hour for those coping with loss - Join Aurora House’s Director, Kasey Perkins, for a relaxed coffee hour where individuals coping with loss can come together to support each other and connect with others who share a similar journey. Held the 2nd Wednesday of the month (until August 7, 2024) from 11-12noon at the Aurora House, 2495 S Union St., Spencerport. Please RSVP using the link below: https://forms.gle/ raiqYNmLkpoGnhZEA

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Ablation Is Only Recommended If Meds Are Intolerable --DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 67-year-old man who developed typical atrial flutter two years ago, but I haven’t had any symptoms that I am aware of. I don’t have a history of heart problems. My heart rate was 117 bpm while experiencing atrial flutter.

My cardiologist recommended an ablation, as that can be curative.

He specializes in electrophysiology. The ablation was successful, and my heart rate was in the low 60s afterward.

Six months ago, atrial fibrillation (AFib) showed up, but again, there weren’t any real symptoms for me. My heart rate is nice and low, and I never really feel any problems ... perhaps some fatigue. But at 67, I can’t always distinguish this from the feeling of getting older.

I’m on Xarelto and a low dose of carvedilol. My blood pressure is good.

Is it worth having an ablation of the pulmonary veins to try and stop AFib? Or is it better to just live with an irregular heartbeat?

Apparently, it’s best to have an ablation sooner rather than later, so I’ll need to decide as soon as possible. -- D.S. ANSWER: Atrial flutter is an abnormally fast heart rhythm that starts in one of the top chambers of the heart, usually the right atrium. The heart rate in the atria is very fast, typically 240-300 bpm, which is faster than any adult heart can beat. It is common that every other impulse in the atria gets transmitted to the ventricle, so a pulse rate in the range of 120-150 bpm would be typical.

Catheter ablation prevents the progression of the fast impulse to the rest of the heart, and it is successful 65% to 100% of the time in various studies. Unfortunately, studies have also shown that somewhere between 7% and 44% of those who had a successful catheter ablation for atrial flutter will later have a recurrence -- or more commonly develop AFib. This is called a chaotic arrythmia and can cause a fast heart rate, but more importantly, the lack of coordinated heart contractions in the atria can predispose people to the development of a clot in the atrium. The clot can then float downstream where it can lodge and cause damage, specifically a stroke. Each year, a percentage of 5% of people with AFib will develop a stroke without treatment.

Treatment is designed to relieve symptoms and reduce stroke risk -- your cardiologist has already achieved both of these aims pretty well. The carvedilol is a beta blocker that helps keep the heart rate under control, and Xarelto is effective at reducing stroke risk.

In my opinion, there isn’t a need to consider another treatment like an ablation, which has a small but real potential for serious side effects. In fact, it is not 100% effective; about 70% to 75% of patients are symptom-free a year after the procedure. Many people need to continue anticoagulants like Xarelto even after a successful catheter ablation.

I recommend ablation for people who cannot tolerate medication treatment for their symptoms.

*** 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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and ICE FISHING STUFF - 3 Poles, scoop, ice auger and a bucket to sit on. 585-334-8636 3 B/N RWF4200A REFRIGERATOR WATER FILTERS. Brand is ICEPURE. Pick up in Spencerport. RHCL88@rochester.rr.com 60” OAK BATHROOM VANITY with marble top. Pick up only.

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CANNING JARS – quart and pint. For senior citizen. Will pick up from Geneseo, Avon, and Livonia area. 585-519-3798 SANDBLASTING CABINET, COMPRESSOR, SUPPLIES, etc. to restore my old hand tools and get them working again. 585-330-3348 DOG WHEELCHAIR or BRACE for right rear knee of 55# Boxer mix w/ACL tear so we can go for walks. tammy111137@aol.com

White GT 180 MOWER LAWN TRACTOR. Not used in 3 years; does not start.

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Seeking a WEBER GAS or CHARCOAL GRILL you are no longer using. Please call or text Matt. 315-576-1278

WASHER, 3 years old, no problems - just want to get rid of it. Must pick up.

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LANDLINE TELEPHONE in working condition. 585-229-2186

Two RECLINERS. Older but in good condition. You pick up, West Henrietta.

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MS person needs YARN to knit for exercise. Delivery needed. 585-346-7022 CPAP MACHINE for elderly person with sleep apnea. Call/text. 585-474-4430

Assorted CPAP SUPPLIES and Model # RESMED S9. 585-394-4197

BED PADS, disposable or cloth. Also looking for INDOOR BABY or DOG GATE. Desperately needed, Lakeville. Call or text 585-649-8706.

MASONIC CEREMONIAL SWORD with leather scabbard, 36”. 585-657-5451 Two - 5000 BTU Fedder WINDOW AIR CONDITIONERS. jimmaccallumjr@gmail.com

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LA-Z-BOY RECLINER. Wooden arms. Good condition. 585-732-9460

PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR for senior citizen for errands, working in the garden. stujaxon@yahoo.com

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FRIGIDAIRE UPRIGHT FREEZER (Note: does not work.) 64.5x32x26, vol 19.3cu.ft., 3 + 5 door shelves. stvd07@gmail.com

WASHING MACHINE. Big, small, medium - does not matter. Cannot really pick up outside Batavia. Text preferred. 518-805-4158

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Batavia First United Methodist Church To Make Disciples We Must Listen, Learn, Lead, and Love Our Way to God! 8221 Lewiston Rd., Batavia, NY • 343-4708 • Rev. Wayne Mort Worship & Sunday School, 10am • Child care provided Sun. at 10am. https://www.facebook.com/BataviaFirstUnitedMethodist

BAPTIST CORNERSTONE CHURCH OF EAST PEMBROKE 2583 Main Rd., P.O. Box 189, East Pembroke, NY 14056 Phone 585-762-8721 • Email: cornerstonechurchep@yahoo.com Church Facebook: Cornerstone Church of East Pembroke Bible Study every Wednesday at 10am • All are welcome!

Secretary’s hours: Tues, Weds, Thurs. 9am-1pm PASTOR: Rev. Glenn Bloom, Jr 585-356-4657 • Pastor’s wife Joyce 585-356-8253

First Baptist Church 306 E. Main St., Batavia, NY • 585-343-9002 firstbaptist2002@yahoo.com • Pastor Dave Weidman Full Gospel Sunday Worship, 10AM. Thrift shop Mon.-Fri. 11AM-1PM Special Saturday Hours: 12/2 &12/9 9am-1pm, and 12/16 9am-12pm Newly renovated with more space to shop! Cash sales only.

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CATHOLIC Our Lady of Mercy & St. Brigid Catholic Parishes 44 Lake St., LeRoy, NY 14482 • 585-768-6543 • www.ourladyofmercyleroy.org Our Lady of Mercy Masses: Sat. 4:30pm; Sun. 7:15am, 10:45am, 5:30pm Weekday Masses: Mon. - Fri. 7:30am; Sat. 9am Confessions: Sat. 3-4pm; Tues. 7-7:30pm; Thurs. 6-6:30pm St. Brigid’s, 18 Gibson St., Bergen, NY 14416, Sunday Mass: 9am Weekday Masses: Tues. & Thurs. 8:30am; Confessions: Sat. 2-2:30pm

Indian Falls Methodist Church 7908 Alleghany Rd, Corfu, NY 14036 • (585) 762-9105 IndianFalls4Jesus@gmail.com Sunday Morning Worship 10:00am Sunday School (all ages) 11:30am All Are Welcome!

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Cornerstone Church 8020 Bank Street Road, Batavia 343-8020 www.cornerstonebatavia.org Sunday Coffee & Fellowship 9:30am • Sunday Worship Service 10am Wednesday Prayer & Worship 5:30pm Wednesday Men’s & Women’s Bible Study at 6:30pm

Church of Christ PO Box 230, 60 Spring St., Brockport, NY 14420 • Minister: Scott Kelley 585-637-2650 • brockportchurchofchrist.org 10:00am Bible Study, 11:00am Worship Service; Wed. 7:00pm Mid-week Bible Study - email us for Zoom link Additional parking at 69 High Street.

EPISCOPAL St. James Episcopal Church 405 East Main St., Batavia, NY • sjecbataviany.org Sundays: 9am Service of God’s Word and Spiritual Communion -- via Zoom 10am Service of the Holy Eucharist -- In Person, Children Welcome Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8085432266 Meeting ID: 808 543 2266 • Password: zrXG3y

ORTHODOX Protection of the Mother of God Russian Orthodox Church ХРАМ ПОКРОВА ПРЕСВЯТОЙ БОГОРОДИЦЫ 100 Stanford Dr., Rochester, NY 14610 • 585-224-0554 Archpriest Gregory Naumenko, Rector • A ROCOR Parish Serving all English and Russian Speaking Orthodox Christians Full schedule of services and live service streaming at www.pomog.org

METHODIST Pavilion United Methodist Church Come worship with us!

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Hi I’m Canela.

I’m a pitbull mixed with a labrador, and I am 1 year old and 6 months!

I love to play and eat work boots.

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Send us a photo and a brief write-up of your pet and we’ll feature it. Submit online at gvpennysaver.com • Share With Us, or mail to: PO Box 340, Avon, NY 14414. Pets will be published at descretion of GVPS.

HOUSEBREAKING PUPPIES How often a puppy will need to defecate depends on the food being fed and when meals are offered. The American Kennel Club says that most puppies will need to poop shortly after a meal, anywhere from 15 minutes to a few hours.

Puppies typically can hold urine a little longer overnight, but probably won’t be able to go the entire night without a potty break. Many pups can last around six hours from the last time they’ve gone out. An early-morning bathroom break will be needed, or consider penning the dog with puppy pads to catch the mess until the dog gains greater control over its bladder.

Cat’s scratching may be allergies, or something more DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My cat, Buster, has been scratching under his chin for days, and the skin underneath the fur there is getting raw.

What is causing this, and how do I stop the scratching and treat the injured skin? -- David G., Buffalo, New York DEAR DAVID: It’s clear that something is aggravating your cat and causing him to scratch in just one spot. The problem could be dry skin -- not unusual for pets or humans in the middle of winter -- or allergies. It may also be an infection, a parasite (mites or ringworm) or an allergic reaction to fleas.

If the area that Buster is scratching is not infected, you can try a few home remedies to try to relieve the itching. Oatmeal, cooked and then cooled, is one option. Plain yogurt is another. And coconut oil may help moisturize and protect the skin. Dab one of these gently onto the itchy area. (Just a very thin coat; don’t pile it on.) Repeat as needed.

If fleas are an issue, treat both your cat and your home to reduce and eliminate these little pests. Vacuum carpets thoroughly. Sweep all the corners and underneath furniture to remove dust bunnies, where fleas and their eggs can hide.

If these remedies don’t work within a couple of days, or if your cat exhibits signs of infection or illness, contact the veterinarian. They need to take a look and see what exactly is causing the itching. They’ll also have medication on hand to combat the itch (hydrocortisone, for one) and treat infection. If Buster is scratching compulsively, they may put him into an E-collar (aka the “Cone of Shame”) for a few days to let the spot heal fully. (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

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York Central School VACANCIES • Chemistry Teacher 7-12 • ELA Teacher 7-12 • K-5 Reading Teacher: Long Term Substitute (January – June 2024) Continual Recruitment - Substitutes: • Teachers (Certified and Uncertified) • Aides/TAs • RNs/LPNs

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Reply by February 21, 2024 with reference to Vacancy 24-76, resume & cover letter to hr@gvboces.org or mail to: Human Resources, Genesee Valley BOCES 80 Munson Street, LeRoy, NY 14482

THE RIGHT WAY TO LEAVE A JOB Provide ample notice. Even if it is time to move on, ensure that your current employer has plenty of time to interview potential replacements and train someone to take your place. This ensures an easy transition for all involved, and can show your employer that you have the company’s best interests in mind. While two weeks’ notice is the standard, if you have held a professional position for some time, extend the courtesy to three.

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We’re hiring PathStone Weatherization Program Providing energy saving improvements to lower energy bills & improve a home’s comfort in Monroe County

Home Energy Auditor Knowledge of the home performance industry or experience in home energy field preferred.

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JOBS FOR STUDENTS PROFICIENT IN MATH Math is an important subject and school and proficiency in arithmetic serves people well when it comes time to leave the classroom and enter the workforce. As demand for workers proficient in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics continues to grow, students can benefit by working as hard as possible when studying such subjects.

People with strong math skills who thrive on data and crunching numbers may find a diverse array of jobs available to them when they are ready to enter the workforce, providing an entryway into a lucrative and stable career.

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Deliver dry or liquid bulk crop nutrients & other products. Tanker endorsement a plus. Recent driving school grads considered. $25/hr plus OT and retention bonus!

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