PULSE Vol 1 No 11 OCTOBER 2012

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This Issue is Dedicated In Loving Memory of my Mom, Carole Ann Lee, April 9, 1938 - July 9, 2004

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Reflections...

50 Chenango Ave N, Clinton NY 13323 PHONE: 315-525-3582 FAX: 315-381-3478 www.pulsepointpress.com Janet Stanley, Publisher janet.stanley@pulsepointpress.com PULSE is distributed in the following areas... Little Falls, Herkimer, Newport, Mohawk, Ilion, Frankfort, Schuyler, Utica, New Hartford, Clinton, Yorkville, New York Mills, Marcy, Washington Mills, Whitesboro, Boonville, Barneveld, Rome, Oneida,Vernon,Verona, Sherrill, and Hamilton.

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The customers who have used PULSE for the past 12 months have seen results... our distribution is key to those results... personally distributed, PULSE goes to over 450 pick up points including, convenience stores, diners, donut shops, tire centers, muffler/oil change shops, colleges, chiropractor, doctor and dentist offices, physical therapy locations, grocery stores, pizza shops, fitness centers, theaters, restaurants, deli’s, nail salons, hair salons, tanning salons, and the list goes on and on. The delivery focus is obviously to leave PULSE everywhere there is great foot traffic and places where people sit and wait.

The content of PULSE is light, fun and entertaining.

Nothing negative or political. No local news just local events.

The extensive calendar of events grows with every issue.

My PASSION is helping small business owners, locally owned and operated Mom and Pop shops, get their messages out to the thousands of readers of PULSE magazine... Shopping local is the only sure cure for economic slumps in our hamlets, villages and cities...

Do your part...

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Have you ever had one of those moments where a special occasion is upon you and you just can’t seem to get your head around the fact that all that time has passed by? Well, friends, that is just what is happening to me. I feel like it was just last week that I was sitting with my husband Matt on our back patio on an early summers’ afternoon discussing the possibility of doing a project like PULSE magazine here in our region; and here it is... the ONE YEAR anniversary of PULSE!!

The November issue of PULSE will not only be the one year anniversary issue but will also be the first holiday gift guide edition that I have published.

We were a little too “young” last November to pull that kind of issue off, but this year... It’s going to be GREAT! What a great year it has been! Anniversaries have that result don’t they? They cause us to reflect on the past and memories just come into mind.

As a preschooler I lived just down the street from the Clinton Arena. I remember watching out the window seeing the school buses bringing the children to school and the parents walking with their children and the older more mature students walking all by themselves, all carrying their lunch pails... I thought they were just so cool, I couldn’t wait for that to be me! From Clinton, we moved to a small circle housing development in Clark Mills in a tiny house where I have fond memories of learning to ride my bicycle and starting kindergarten. I finally got to ride a bus!! I recently found the house I lived in, in Clark Mills, it was actually for sale! I have to admit I was very tempted if for no other reason than to return to a fond memory of childhood!

October is the month we have set aside as a nation to reflect on breast cancer. I lost my Mother to that horrible disease in 2004 at the age of 66; way too young for her to leave her family. She was not ready and we certainly were not ready to

let her go. I think that is partially why I focused on my young life here in the Clinton area... memories stirred because of the media hype on such a horrendous disease; one that will affect me for the rest of my life.

Reflecting on my childhood memories is comforting to me and I would like to share one with you surrounding my memories of the little house in Clark Mills and my Mother.

It was Christmas time, 1964 and we had gotten our tree at the 4 corners in Clark Mills. We were probably the first family in the circle to have gotten our tree; Mom always pushed the season as much as she could, she loved it so! It was your everyday ordinary short needled, fabulous smelling, full and glorious tree. My Mom and Dad and I had decorated it, my brother Mark was too young to have been much help but I do remember a giant glob of tinsel that Mom refused to let me “fix.” Mark had put it there and that’s all that was important to my Mother.. So you see, for that 5 year old Janet, I just didn’t get it. Now as a mother of 3, step Mom of 3, grand mother of 1; I absolutely “get it!”

Well one day, as my Mom always told the story, she was vacuuming the house while I was away at school and because that glorious Christmas tree had been up already WAY past the typical life expectancy of ANY cut tree, when she bumped the stand with the cleaner, as she used to say... “Every needle on that tree fell onto the tree skirt in a heap!” She used to tell me that she sucked in her breath and felt like she held it for minutes while trying to assess the situation. Her first thoughts were of me coming home from school and seeing that bare naked Christmas tree that I loved so much and being devastated.

What to do?

Well, with those Motherly instincts on high alert, she made the decision to take off all the ornaments, take the tree

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out, pack up my little brother drive down to the corner and purchase another tree, bring it home, put it up, re-decorate it and hopefully I would be totally unaware of the near Christmas ending horrific scene that had taken place at our little house in Clark Mills!!

She told me that she was so proud of herself as she looked at her watch and had a whole 20 minutes to spare before the little yellow bus would roll up to deliver her smiling little Janet home to her! Phew, crisis averted, good job Mom!

ness and instilled in me a great respect and understanding of the importance of supporting local business. Local businesses create jobs, pay taxes, buy locally themselves, support local charities, become a part of the local government, schools, neighborhoods and help form the downtowns and neighborhoods that become “home” for us. We, as members of our communities, need to support them.

Next month when you see the wonderful holiday gift guide issue of PULSE, I would ask you to please, support as many of those people as you can. Think

Well the bus did roll up and her smiling little Janet DID in fact get off the little yellow bus BUT... what Mom didn’t plan for, or think about was that the old, dead and sad Christmas tree, complete with 1967, yes thats me... with my brother, Mark. We were a a little brother couple years older here than in my story but here we are thrown glob of waiting together for my little brother’s first school bus ride! misplaced tinsel blowing in the winter breeze local FIRST. If you need to purwould be sadly laying in the chase from a big box store after ditch at the bottom of our attempting to support a smaller driveway and would be the very retailer, then by all means do so. first thing I saw when getting off It isn’t my opinion to disapthe bus! point little Johnny or Sally on Christmas morning because you Have no fear, it all ended well; couldn’t find their number one as within seconds of dashing Christmas list item at a locally into the living room with tears owned shop in your neighborstreaming down my face, my hood. It is however my opinion Mom was there with open arms to support local retailers and kneeling proudly next to the service providers every chance perfect replacement tree... and that it makes sense to do so. yes, even the glob of tinsel had That’s what will keep our neighbeen duplicated and no, she still borhoods strong and healthy! wouldn’t let me “fix it!”

Thanks for sharing some of This past year has allowed your time with me! I am so me to deposit many wonderpleased to have you as a reader ful memories into my reflecting of PULSE, I appreciate it very bank! It has been a pleasure much! bringing PULSE to this wonderful area of upstate New York.

Have a great month... Talk with When I retired from my family’s you soon! publishing business I guess I could have technically gone anywhere and started a business of my own, but I just can’t think of any where other than here that I would ever want to call home.

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This way you won’t have to devote space inside the bathroom to a closet, leaving more room for other things. * While some people like the thought of a separate bath and shower, in smaller bathrooms this may not be possible. Instead, look for a combined shower and bath, or select a walk-in shower with a much smaller profile. * Windows are often welcome

in bathrooms because of the ventilation they provide, but they could be a hindrance in smaller bathrooms because they take up prime wall space. Cover a window in a shower stall to free up space. Just be sure to install a venting fan to reduce moisture in the bathroom.

bathroom that’s set aside for the shower and is typically only cordoned off by a thin wall or piece of glass. Or a shower with no walls at all is the ultimate in space-saving. The entire bathroom floor is decked out in tile, and a portion is sloped toward a shower drain.

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There are no certainties in the real estate markets. Though statistics suggest marked improvement in home sales over just a few months ago, many homeowners remain weary about selling their home to try to move up to something bigger and better. The National Association of Home Builders says many people are choosing to stay put in their homes and remodel or make renovations to transform the house into something more comfortable.

the value of your house by no more than 10 to 15 percent above the median sales price in your neighborhood.

When it comes time to finance a remodel or renovation, you may not know where to start.

the interest is being paid back to you, they might be a good option for men and women who cannot secure a traditional loan. However, if you have been laid off, there may be a shorter repayment period. Also, the interest on these loans is not tax-deductible. * Borrow against other investments.

CDs, bonds or mutual funds can provide the collateral you need and earn you a lower interest rate. Fixedincome investments are more stable options to borrow against, as their value won’t have a chance to decline.

* Apply for a home equity loan.

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HELOCs have a draw period, during which the borrower can use the credit, and a repayment period, during which it must be repaid. HELOCs generally have lower mortgage fees at the start and are generally subject to the same tax incentives as regular home equity loans. * Consider refinancing. Interest rates on mortgages are at historic lows. You may qualify to do a cash-out refinance, where you borrow against the value of your home and create an entirely new mortgage at the lower rate.

Although you will start your mortgage all over from day 1 and have to pay closing fees, this type of refinancing can be more advantageous to homeowners with significant equity in their homes. * Apply for a governmentsponsored loan. The government may offer programs aimed at helping individuals who are underwater on their home loans borrow money to make necessary improvements. While

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the funding cannot be used to purchase luxury items, such as a swimming pool, it can be used for necessities. Residents of the United States can explore FHA 203(k) refinance options and an FHA title 1 improvement loan. * Discuss financing with your contractor. Some contractors may offer financing. Keep in mind that the interest rates may be high, and it may be difficult to investigate the security of these types of loans.

Many homeowners also look to credit cards to help finance some home renovation projects, but they should be used as a last resort. Credit cards typically come with high interest rates, and while they are good for some small projects, financing larger projects on a card may land you very deep in debt.

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Made chiefly from polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, vinyl siding is the most commonly installed exterior cladding for residential construction in the United States and Canada, according to the Vinyl Siding Institute. The history of vinyl siding can be traced to Ohio, where it was introduced to the exterior cladding market in the late 1950s by a private company. The process of mixing colors was done by hand, and the product was very inconsistent. New innovations in siding manufacture during the next few decades helped solidify vinyl siding’s place among cladding materials like shake, wood and aluminum.

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Vinyl siding comes in several different types. Here are the key variations.

colored to look just like real cedar shakes, but without the maintenance, such as powerwashing or staining, associated with a wood product.

Vinyl shake siding offers the same benefits of other types of vinyl siding, but tends to look like it is an expensive cladding material.

* Vinyl log siding: Log cabins may seem like an adventure.

However, being surrounded by wood can have its disadvantages, most notably maintenance issues surrounding wood. Vinyl siding manufacturers have created vinyl log Vinyl siding can mimic the look of wood shake and even logs products molded directly from real on cabins. lumber, providing a * Seamless vinyl siding: In the look that mimics real wood, like past, siding was created in specifthat used for a log cabin. ic lengths, requiring siding panels to overlap at points, often creatAs vinyl siding continues to be ing an unpleasant pattern. These a favorite among homeowners, points provided spots for insects, certain trends emerge each year. wind and moisture to infiltrate, While rich-colored siding was leading to a weaker product. a popular trend just last year, Today there are vinyl siding homeowners engaging in siding products that have removed the renovation products are now seams, creating a more visually turning more to warm, earthy appealing and durable product. colors. Expect to see more gold, clay, and warm red shades with * Solid core vinyl siding: Even trim colors only one or two the best-made vinyl siding had a shades off, for a monochromatic flaw: it was not rigid and genereffect. ally didn’t lie flat against the surface of a home. Solid core vinyl Another trend involves a siding alleviates that problem by continued interest in renewable having a solid backing on which materials or siding comprised of the vinyl panels are attached. some post-recycled consumer The core is then attached to content. the home. These products also boast a higher-than-average inEnergy conservation is also sulation rating because the foam on the minds of consumers, core interlocks during insulaand some areas of the country tion. This makes a solid barrier have modified building codes around the home. to require continuous insulation of home exteriors to prevent * Vinyl shake siding: Vinyl shake heat and cooling losses more siding has been designed and effectively. As a result, more cus-

Advantages of two-stage heating systems Purchasing a new heating and cooling system could be in your future. Selecting the right furnace for your home requires understanding the various products available. A two-stage heating system is preferred by many HVAC contractors and could be the right fit in your renovation.

Choosing a new furnace and heating components can be difficult. The business has its own terminology, and there are scores of different equipment manufacturers all claiming that their brand is the best. Buying a new heating system is also expensive, making the process more stressful. Not everyone has an unlimited budget or the ability to simply select the top-of-the-line model. Therefore, understanding which features make one furnace stand out from another can help consumers make the best possible decision.

One factor that will come up as you browse for furnaces is whether to choose a singlestage furnace or a two- or dualstaged furnace. There are many advantages to the latter, which makes them a favorite of HVAC contractors.

Two-stage furnaces are designed to change the way British Thermal Units (BTUs) of heat are delivered to the home. In a single-stage system, when the thermostat registers a drop in home temperature that requires the heat to turn on, the furnace will produce one level of heat output until the desired temperature is reached.

This furnace is designed to heat your home on the coldest days for your climate. In a two-stage system, the furnace provides

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tomers may opt for solid core vinyl siding to meet demands for home insulation.

For homeowners who prefer a one-of-a-kind look to their homes, mix-and-match siding trends have developed. Mixing and matching siding styles

gradual heat production. In the first stage, which usually operates at around 70 percent of the system’s heating capacity, the system will try to warm the space. On mild winter days or chilly autumn days, the first stage may be all that’s needed.

If the home requires additional heating, the furnace will kick into the second stage, increasing the heating power. Some two-stage furnaces not only offer two BTU offerings, but two blower speeds as well.

One of the advantages to these furnaces are that the twostage system eliminates drastic temperature swings, which are common among single-stage furnaces. This can mean the home is more comfortable over a longer period of time.

Another benefit is that because the system starts in the lower stage and may operate at that stage more so than in the second stage, the furnace is generally quieter than traditional furnaces. This greatly reduces the initial noise of turning on the furnace at full power.

Two-stage furnaces will burn fuel more efficiently and may actually burn less fuel if they spend the majority of the time in the first stage of operation. If they have a variable speed blower, they may even save you money in electricity costs.

Two-stage furnaces may cost more money initially because they tend to be more expensive than traditional furnaces. But over time two-stage systems might pay for themselves in efficiency, noise reduction and comfort in a home.

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Stone entryways mixed with vinyl siding as well as a mixing of traditional horizontal siding with vinyl shake or board-and-batten are also considerations.

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Improve your air quality at home with advanced insulation Interior renovation projects give us the perfect chance to upgrade all aspects of a home’s interior, including your home insulation. Wall insulation may not be as exciting as visible

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upgrades, but the latest products can single-handedly give you lower fuel costs with far improved air quality, comfort and energy efficiency. In demand right now, for example, is a userfriendly method called Nudura RetroFit Insulation Technology, a system for filling foundation walls, inner and outer walls, as

for air leakage. Take a look in the home owner section of www.nudura.com. Made from recyclable material, it is easy to cut, easy to install, and the performance value is up to R-14. Drywall can then be attached directly to the embedded fastening strip allowing the electrical wiring to beeasily run.

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perts agree that certain lifestyle choices as well as genetics can increase an individual’s risk.

A woman’s risk also increases as she ages. When a woman is in her 30s, her risk of developing breast cancer is roughly 4 out of 1,000. By the time she reaches her 60s, that risk has increased to 37 out of 1,000. Though women can’t reverse the aging process, they can gain a greater understanding of additional risk factors for breast cancer and follow medical guidelines concerning breast cancer screenings. * Family history: Having a sister, mother, daughter or two or more close relatives with a history of breast cancer increases a woman’s risk, particularly if these diagnoses were made when the relatives were under the age of 50. Such women should begin testing for breast cancer at an early age.

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30 have a greater chance of developing breast cancer than women who had children before reaching 30 years of age.

Women who have never had children are also at a higher risk.

Women who breast feed lower their risk for breast cancer. * Hormones: Women with a longer span of “high-estrogen years” are more at risk for breast cancer. This includes women who had their first menstrual cycle prior to age 12 and women who still were experiencing menopause after age 55. Anyone undergoing hormone-replacement therapy or participating in estrogen-raising therapies also has a higher risk of developing breast cancer.

While many of these factors are out of your control, there are other risk factors that you can control. * Alcohol consumption: Avoiding or limiting alcohol consumption can lower your risk for breast cancer. Drinking alcohol has been traced to higher estrogen levels in the body. * Obesity: Being overweight can also increase risk of developing breast cancer. * Inactivity: Failure to exercise can increase your risk. That’s because regular exercise and a healthy diet contribute to the body’s defense system, ensuring it is more capable of fending off disease. * Tobacco products: Use of cigarettes, cigars or chewing tobacco increases your risk for many different cancers. * Infrequent doctor visits: Routine physical check-ups by a general doctor or one who specializes in women’s health can make the difference between an early breast cancer diagnosis, for which treatment is highly successful, or late-stage diagnosis, which is not as easily treated. Those who do not go for screenings put themselves at an elevated risk.

Breast cancer cannot be prevented, but there are many methods to reducing risk factors associated with the disease.

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Pumpkin 2 ounces Kahlua 3/4 ounce Bailey’s Irish Cream 1/2 ounce Goldschlager Ground Cinnamon 1. Add the Kahlua and Bailey’s to an old-fashioned glass. Stir briefly.

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3. Sprinkle the cinnamon over the flames. Blow out. Drink, but be careful not to burn your mouth.

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Branding 101 Building a brand is essential for small businesses hoping to thrive in a competitive business market. Because consumers are still pinching pennies and looking to stretch every dollar, today’s market is as competitive as ever, but a brand can be used to effectively explain to potential customers what you and your products provide as well as how you and your products differ from those offered by competitors.

When building a brand, one of the first things a small business owner must do is define his or her brand. Defining a brand is essential, but it isn’t always easy.

The following are a few tips to help small business owners define their brand. * Understand and explain your mission. Small business owners clearly want to make money, but the mission of your company should go beyond padding your bank account. This mission should define the company’s reason for being. Try to write why the company exists in a few short sentences, and then ask others in the company to do the same. For example, if your company is making an ecofriendly alternative to a popular product, then explain that your mission is to provide consumers with eco-friendly alternatives to traditional products. Explain your philosophy and keep in mind that your mission might change as your company evolves. * Explain why your product is beneficial. Another step to defining a brand is to explain why it’s necessary. This includes describing the your company’s product’s features and services provided. You want to separate your product and your company from its competitors, so be as specific as possible. * Know your customers.

It helps to know who your customers are and what they want. Thanks to the Internet, customer feedback and consumer opinion is now easier to attain than ever before. While direct feedback on your product

is beneficial, you can also visit online forums in which consumers discuss their experiences, both good and bad, with other products and other companies.

Use that information to your advantage, and never assume you know what your customers want. Understanding your customers is an ongoing process, as their needs and wants are likely to evolve over time. Stay on top of knowing what your customers want so you can continue to meet those needs. * Think about what you want your company’s reputation to be. Branding also involves managing your company’s reputation.

You want existing customers to react positively when thinking about you, your company and your products. Courteous, attentive and professional customer service goes a long way, as does adhering to your company’s mission. You not only want customers to be return customers, but you also want them to speak positively of you to their friends and family. * Seek help. Defining a brand isn’t easy, and if you’re struggling to turn a great product into a successful brand, then don’t be afraid to seek help.

Many communities recognize the important role small businesses play in a local economy, and such communities routinely host small business forums and discussions aimed at helping small business owners thrive. In addition, seek advice from established small business owners in your area, who might be able to share both their good and bad experiences and help you avoid certain mistakes they made when starting out.

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Safety first in kids’ Halloween costumes Dressing up and engaging in role play is an important component of childhood learning and having fun. Although costumes are regularly used in day care centers, schools and at home, they become the center of attention when Halloween arrives.

The practice of wearing costumes dates back at least 2,000 years to ancient Europeans and Celts. These cultures celebrated a holiday called Samhain, which represented their new year. Samhain fell on November 1 and marked the first day of winter after the summer harvest. These ancient people associated the winter with coldness, darkness and death and believed the day before Samhain -- October 31 --

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established a distorted boundary between the living and the dead. Therefore, individuals wore costumes and masks to avoid being recognized by the ghosts that came out on the night of

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Samhain. They would also place bowls of food outside of their homes to satisfy the ghosts and keep them from entering the home.

Although Halloween has transformed more into a commercial holiday than one associated with death and the afterworld in the literal sense, many adults and children continue to participate in the rituals that were set forth many years ago, most notably wearing costumes. Parents may want to ensure that the costumes their children wear are safe to help make Halloween a day without injury. * Create a cape that doesn’t choke. A long cape can be stepped on and then tug at a child’s neck. Instead, make a cape that has arm loops to keep it in place instead of a tie around the neck. This way there never will be a choking hazard. * Check makeup labeling. There are many safe Halloween cosmetics on the market, but some should not be used around the eyes or mouth because allergic reactions could occur. Doublecheck all ingredients lists and package warnings before using makeup on children, who tend to have more sensitive skin than adults. Also, it is a good idea to do a test patch of the product.

Keep eyes open. Masks are popular components of Halloween costumes, but some designs can obstruct vision or even impair breathing. Masks always should be comfortable to wear and offer good forward and peripheral views. * Choose natural materials for costumes. Buying a pre-made costume at the store may save you time and money, but there may be safer options if you construct a costume yourself. Many costumes are made overseas and may contain materials that are toxic or off-gas volatile organic chemicals (VOCs), particularly plastic and vinyl products.

Breathing in the fumes can be dangerous to young children. By making the costume yourself, you can control what fabrics and other materials are used. * Go organic. There are a number of companies that are now making Halloween costumes from organic fabrics and recycled materials. A simple online search can give you a host of prospects for purchasing these costumes. * Make it visible. Trick-or-treating at night can be, well, tricky.

Darkness can make it hard for drivers and other pedestrians to see costume-clad children. If

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Safety First from previous page going door-to-door will be happening at night, consider giving children glow sticks or flashlights to carry. There also are reflective tapes that can be attached to costumes that make them light up when lights shine on the tape.

mouths should not wear costumes with removable or small detailing. Also, avoid the use of fake teeth (such as vampire fangs) and fake blood or goo capsules that are meant to be bitten, so they won’t be swallowed.

* Avoid choking hazards. Many costumes come with small detailing or accessories that may be hazardous to young children. Youngsters who do not yet know what items should and should not be put in their

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Halloween-inspired treats Part of the fun of Halloween is arriving home after a day of trick-or-treating and having some spooktacular treats to enjoy. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or simply feeding a group of hungry, costumed kids, fun recipes that turn ordinary foods into spooky specialties are essential.

Mummy Wraps Take the “pigs in a blanket” concept to a new level with this clever treat. Simply wrap hot dogs with strips of dough cut from refrigerator biscuits or breadsticks to simulate the look of mummy shrouds. Place them on cookie sheets. Cut small slits for eyes and place peppercorns or black mustard seeds to serve as the eyes. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

To serve upright, place shish kabob skewers in the mummies before baking and then stick the mummies in a piece of craft foam covered in cheesecloth.

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Make a large bowl of green gelatin dessert and pop in different edible creepy crawlies before allowing the gelatin to set.

Gummy worms, grape “eyeballs,” sour fish, pieces of fruit tape, and anything else you can think of can be added. Kids will scoop out the dessert and discover the frightening things inside.

Skull Potatoes Turn ordinary potatoes into something seemingly more sinister.

Halve baking potatoes and carve each half into a skull shape, sort of like the outline of a pear. Bake until the potatoes are cooked through. Frost with sour cream.

Use pieces of cheese to mimic decaying teeth. Black olives can be eyes and nose sockets of the skull.

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Cut ghost-shaped pieces from flour tortilla shells. Sprinkle with shredded Monterey jack cheese and allow to bake in the oven until the cheese has melted and the ghosts are crisp. Spread sour cream over the cheese and then use slices of scallion for the eyes and a ring of jalapeno pepper for a mouth. Ghosts can be made gory with salsa as blood.

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Cut the ends off of stalks of celery. Place the celery in a tall glass filled half-way with tomato juice overnight. The celery should absorb the juice through the thin channels in the stalks. The next day kids can bite into the stalks and see the red streaks inside.

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Dig into these pumpkin facts Pumpkins are a common sight come around Halloween. This fruit of the fall is often used in decorating the interior and exterior of homes, but can be an integral component of cooking and baking as well.

Little thought is given to pumpkins and their makeup. But pumpkin afficionados who want to know more about these delicious gourds can dig into the

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Pumpkins are a member of the squash family that grow on long vines close to the ground.

Before pumpkin fruit grows, brightly colored flowers will form and then turn into pumpkins. Pumpkins adapt to many climates and are grown on all of the continents except Antarctica.

natives alike relied on pumpkin as a staple of their diets. The British saw the possibilities of pumpkins as a food source and brought seeds back to Europe to enjoy as well.

Pumpkins are comprised of several parts. The pumpkin is covered in a skin that surrounds

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the pulp, or the meaty part of the pumpkin. The stem is at the top of the pumpkin and connects to the vine. Tendrils are thin pieces of vine that tether the pumpkin to the ground to protect it from the wind and weather. The inside of the pumpkin is known as the cavity and can contain seeds and fibrous strands. The bottom of the pumpkin is known as the blossom end because that’s where the flower started before the pumpkin formed.

were also used as a remedy for snake bites.

Most varieties of pumpkins are edible, but some taste better than others. Once pumpkins turn orange they can be eaten.

People bake the meat into pies, soups and stews. It can also be used in breads and cakes. Pumpkin puree can replace the oil in cake recipes much in the same way applesauce can. Adding pumpkin to recipes provides a

* On September 25, 2010, people in New Bremen, Ohio, broke their own record when they baked a 3,699 pound pumpkin, surpassing their prior record of 2,020 pounds.

* In 2007, people in Boston earned the world record for the most lit pumpkins with 30,128 twinkling jack-o-lanterns. * Thousands of people participate in pumpkin chucking, an event where air cannons propel pumpkins thousands of feet.

Each year people compete to see who can launch a pumpkin the farthest.

Pumpkins are a seasonal delight to many come the fall. But in addition to being delicious, they’re also interesting.

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Halloween’s world celebrations Halloween dates back thousands of years to ancient Celts and Europeans. Although Halloween is now largely associated with the celebrations that take place across much of North America, where 65 percent of Americans decorate their homes and places of business in the Halloween spirit, Halloween is celebrated in various ways around the globe. * England: In the past, Brits tossed objects such as stones, vegetables and nuts into a bonfire to frighten away the spirits.

These symbolic sacrifices also were used as a form of fortunetelling.

If a pebble thrown into the flames at night was no longer visible in the morning, then it was believed that the person who tossed the pebble would not survive another year. Halloween fell out of favor after the Protestant Reformation spread through the country. However, in recent years some have begun to adopt the American tradition of trick-or-treating. * Hong Kong: A Halloweentype festival in Hong Kong is known as “Yue Lan,” which is the festival of the hungry ghosts. It is believed that, during this time, spirits roam the world for 24 hours. * France: Halloween is considered an American holiday by most French and was relatively unknown before 1996. * Ireland: Ireland is thought to be the birthplace of Halloween, and many of the same traditions of old are still practiced today. In addition to costumes and treats, individuals may play an apple-

bobbing game called “snapapple,” where participants have to try to take a bite of an apple suspended on a string. Children also play tricks on neighbors, including “knock-a-dolly,” which is essentially a variation on “ringand-run.” * Spanish-speaking nations: Many Spanish-speaking nations celebrate “El Dia de los Muertos.” It is supposed to be a joyous event where people remember friends and family members who have died.

Candles and incense are burned to help the departed find his or her way home. * Austria: Some people will leave bread, water and a lighted lamp on the table on Halloween night before going to bed. It was once believed that such items would welcome the dead souls back to Earth on a night Austrians considered to be full of strong cosmic energies. * Czechoslovakia: Czechs place chairs by a fireside on Halloween night. There are enough chairs for each living and dead family member. * Italy: Halloween traditions have just recently begun to blossom in Italy, where decorations and pumpkins are popular.

While many of the traditions borrow from the Americans, there is at least one uniquely Italian tradition taking place in the hill town of Corinaldo. La Notte delle Streghe, “The Night of the Witches,” occurs in this town with music, dancing and a witch-themed fashion show that names Miss Strega (Miss Witch). * Australia: Halloween isn’t as popular in Australia as it is in the United States and Canada.

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Some schools implement costume restrictions Dressing up in a costume and participating in parties and parades at school is part of the excitement of Halloween for children. Many schools across the country have some sort of Halloween festivities where children are encouraged to don their costumes and show off for friends and family.

However, before parents run out and purchase costumes, they may want to check with schools to see if there are any limitations on kids’ costumes. Many schools have implemented guidelines on Halloween costumes and could have strict rules as to what is and is not acceptable.

Schools often put these rules in place for the protection of children. They want to shield younger children from very scary costumes that may lead to nightmares. Costume restrictions also include costumes that may mock race, gender and personal handicaps. Weapons of any kind, including fake weapons, are typically prohibited. Most schools are not interested in promoting or glorifying violence. Therefore, a pirate may have to leave his sword home. A girl dressed as a police officer may have to go sans gun or handcuffs.

Parents who are unfamiliar with the guidelines should err on the side of caution. Restrictions are often imposed on: * costumes that depict gangs and horror characters or are overly scary; * weapons of any kind; * costumes that demean race, religion, nationality, handicapped condition, or gender; * costumes with obstructive masks; and * overly sexy costumes.

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Other schools are coming up with their own guidelines on costumes that are even more

strict than banning goblins and zombies. A Texas school issued suggestions for “positive costumes,” which included historical characters or healthy food items.

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But schools do not want to risk alienation or negative press

parents should learn the policies on clothing and accessories implemented by their child’s school. This way they don’t have to return that stealth ninja costume come October 30.

Frightening films a Halloween tradition

* Carrie. A 1976 classic based on a bestseller from noted horror author Stephen King, this film focuses on Carrie White, a social outcast at her high school who harbors a secret her cruel classmates aren’t aware of ... until it’s too late. * Halloween. No Halloween would be complete without this 1978 film named after the holiday itself. Michael Myers escapes from a mental institution and quickly sets out to terrorize his hometown. Young Laurie Strode, played by Jamie Lee Curtis in one of her earliest roles on the big screen, is among those targeted by Myers. * Friday the 13th. A summer camp that was the scene of a

child’s drowning is the setting for this 1980 horror classic. As a group of young counselors work to ready the camp for its reopening, a murderous man lets the counselors know he has other ideas. * Dawn of the Dead. George Romero’s sequel to “Night of the Living Dead,” this gory 1978 classic follows a growing group of zombies and a frightened group of non-zombies as they seek refuge in a shopping mall.

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Experiencing the Shift Without and Within

By Susan Romeo, MS, RN

During these cool October nights, if you are like me, you add more blankets and leave the windows open in shrinking gaps, listening to the sounds of the night winds. You might also hear the geese gather-

of the shift earlier, but I never seem to be. Weeks before, the geese of our local Rail Trail ponds have already formed their migration group. The northern summer rhythms are complete for this year: nuclear family

ing in preparation for their fall migration. Every year I think I will become aware of the start

units have raised their young and later combined to become local neighborhood groups; local groups began to coalesce into larger clusters and finally expanding clusters assembled into the seasonal migration community.

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If you walk the Trail in the late afternoon or early evening, you can see the geese assembled on the water, in formation much like the way you will later view them in the sky. Except now they are nearly still, gathering strength¬ and waiting for a silent inner signal. Once night falls, the practice flights occur in earnest with much honking and calling. If one is deeply aware, sounds of other night migrants can be heard too. It is as much a reflection of the Earth’s seasonal and energetic shift as the crickets’ singing on August evenings.

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individual spirits strengthened and empowered. What I now understand is this: for these people who choose to seek and grow in times of change or challenge, people who open themselves to life’s inevitable trials, even if only as a small crack in the window during the night, a shift occurs.

Becoming aware of the energetic shifts of changing seasons, as well as the everyday happenings and occurrences during each one, strengthens us within and without. Those who live close to the land know life’s hardships intimately, but they also draw daily from the strengths of both the earth and the sky. This may be hard to appreciate for many of us. Our lives at times may seem more connected in cyberspace than in living space. In modern culture, it can be a challenge to maintain both our health and our connection to the natural world. But noticing the seasonal changes around us, and participating in our own personal way brings comfort and gathering strength, often yielding our own inner shift toward new light.

The signs of autumn are many. School supplies and new teachers, warm scarves and soft sweaters. That first nip in the air. Cold legs and goose bumps at the bus stop. Finding the

perfect pumpkin and feeling the squishiness of its flesh and seeds through our fingers while carving out a jack-o-lantern. Admiring and collecting the variety of gourds to bring season honoring décor indoors. It may be wind devils as they spin dry leaves in small twisters on the road ahead. We feel the breathless beauty of a clear blue sky against brilliantly colored trees covering the hillsides. The fleeting russets and reds of the oaks, the bright reds of maples and the yellows of aspens contrasting as if on fire against the steady green of the pines.

Autumn is about many things.

Harvesting, preparing for the winter, moving slower as the season of rapid growth has come to an end, preparing for the next journey. Make moments to align yourself with the rhythms of nature. Both physically and metaphorically, you will create space for shifts to occur, both within and without.

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Be the Solution Global Movement Begins in October 2012!!

We have a vision that when people are aligned with their gifts and share them with others, recognizing there are unique differences, and commit to being fully who they are meant to be, we can create a ripple of possibility that travels throughout the world!

We have a belief that when individuals are AWARE of their thoughts, CONNECTED to

their feelings, CONSCIOUS of their decisions and COMMITTED to Positive Action, we can create a greater impact in our local communities and throughout the world.

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Saturday October 27, 2012, on National Make a Difference Day, we invite all to join our Be the Solution Global Movement.

Join us to experience Romeo Marquez Jr.’s Show “It’s Time” at Clinton High School Theater at 6:30 PM. This show is open to the public for teens, college students and adults. You will leave inspired to live life fully!

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support the trainings. RIPPLE is an acronym for Reaching Individual Potential, Promoting Leadership and Excellence. We recognize that we are all leaders and it looks different! We have individuals around the world sending videos and messages of how they are part of the solution in their corner of the world and they will be posted at www.

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For more information, contact Teresa Huggins, 23 Oxford Road, New Hartford NY, (315) 525-3296. Tickets are $10 adults and $5 for middle school through college students.

Romeo uses film and live acting to capture your hearts, expand your minds and activate the power within you to influence positive change.

Our goal is to fill the theater to capacity-900 people!

We seek sponsors, businesses who want to donate items for raffles, and schools who want to inspire their teens and teachers. Email Teresa at Teresa@ teresadhuggins.com and offer your support. We also want to support The KEYS Program who has a dream of providing 5000 new stuffed animals for children in hospitals. www.theKEYSProgram.org. Please bring a new stuffed animal to this event. We see schools and companies’ organizing drives so in one day, we can reach that goal. When you can feel it in your heart, see it in your mind, and trust it is possible, a unifying force happens and success results with ease.

This is not just a day, rather it is a choice to live as the solution, to think in ways that generate creative ideas, to feel compassion for others, and decide to live with integrity, where the words we speak and the actions we take are aligned with being part of a solution. Is it idealistic?

YES! Is it possible? Absolutely!

Noticing how we communicate with one another, paying attention to our thoughts and how we feel in various experiences and finding courage to take action means we are the solution!

It starts with one person sharing a conversation with another person. 1 + 1 = 11. Will you join us to create a better future?

Homemade peanut butter a healthy snack Peanut butter is not only a staple of children’s lunches, but it also is a healthy food. While commercially made peanut butter is popular, foodies can also make their own homemade peanut butter.

Rich in fiber and protein, peanut butter makes a healthy

addition to any diet. Fiber helps maintain a healthy colon and reduce bad cholesterol in the blood and also may help to regulate blood glucose levels, while possibly reducing an individual’s risk of developing colorectal cancer. Individuals looking to eat high protein foods can choose peanut butter as a good protein source that can help the body feel full longer.

Peanut butter sometimes gets a bad rap because of the amount of fat per tablespoon of the food. While a serving of peanut butter is roughly 188 calories and may have 16 grams of fat, the fat is monosaturated, meaning it is heart-healthy.

When enjoyed in moderation, peanut butter is healthy.

There are several advantages to making your own peanut butter. One of the main reasons is you have complete control over the ingredients. Unlike store-bought varieties, your peanut butter will not contain extra additives, such as preservatives, sugar, salt and oils -- all of which can make commercial peanut butters less healthy. Taste is another factor in homemade peanut butter. Many people

find the taste is more authentic in homemade peanut butter.

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Dining out can also prove less expensive for the holiday host. The tab at the end of a night on the town can be split among the guests, whereas the food bill when hosting a holiday dinner at home is often left to the host and the host alone.

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shopping well before the holiday season to see who offers the best menu, the most affordable prices and the best accommodations. * Choose a restaurant that’s accessible to everyone. Guests can stay overnight when a holiday dinner is at a relative’s house. However, guests will almost certainly be driving home after a holiday dinner at a restaurant. Make everyone’s post-meal commute home as easy as possible by choosing a centrally located restaurant that’s equidistant from everyone’s home.

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Contracts can ensure that especially large dinner parties don’t go awry. This may require a deposit in advance of the holiday, but the contract should spell out the menu, including food and beverages that will be offered, and the final price of the meal.

* Be an early bird. If the responsibility of planning or hosting the dinner has fallen on your shoulders, then get to the restaurant before your guests. This gives you time to ensure everything is ready and increases the chances your holiday dinner will go according to plan.

* Don’t forget invitations.

Treat the holiday dinner like you might treat a wedding reception or a birthday party, inviting guests several weeks in advance so everyone has time to plan their trip. Include directions to the restaurant in your invitations, and remind guests that holiday traffic might require they leave earlier to make it to the restaurant on time for the start of the meal.

Rules of the road apply to cyclists, too

Riding a bicycle is beneficial for many reasons. Not only does riding a bicycle reduce the number of cars on the road, but such an activity is also great exercise. However, when riding bicycles, cyclists must keep in mind that the rules of the road that apply to cars do also extend to bicycles.

In many areas of the country, bicycles are subject to the same rules as other two- and fourwheeled vehicles. That includes yielding to pedestrians and obeying signage. Other rules include: * riding on the correct side with traffic; * when turning, always using the turning lane; * obeying traffic signs, lights and road markings; and * using correct hand signals.

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Proper etiquette for gift-giving The rules of etiquette have loosened a bit from centuries past. No longer are people held accountable for the slightest misstep, and sometimes the rule-breakers are revered.

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or those collectible golf clubs, but putting forth the effort will mean more to the person getting the gift. * Don’t up the ante. When exchanging gifts with a person, do not try to anticipate what he or she will spend and then go above that price. This may come off as petty and make the other person feel uncomfortable.

Instead, choose a price that you can readily afford and find the nicest thing within that range. If a person with whom you hadn’t anticipated exchanging gifts gives you something, simply offer thanks and don’t feel uncomfortable that you do not have something to offer in return. * Gift receipts are very thoughtful. Including a gift receipt with your gift tells the recipient that you tried to find something that he or she will enjoy, but that you’re comfortable with them returning the gift if it’s not just right. * Gift cards do not break etiquette rules. Although gift cards may seem like the easy way out of gifting, they’ve become more acceptable and popular. If you want to personalize a gift card, try using a photo or special memory that correlates to the gift card. Otherwise, package the gift card with a few inexpensive items to create a gift basket. * When in doubt, stick with non-intimate gifts. Perfume, cologne, intimate apparel and similar items say that you know a person on a deeper level and are extremely personal. For friends and acquaintances, stick with safer gifts that do not give off intimate undertones. * Don’t regift. Whenever possible, graciously accept gifts and do not try to pass them off as your own to other people. If caught, you will be more embarrassed than if you had not given a gift at all.

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Choosing the right pet food Having a pet means making decisions to ensure the animal’s health and well-being. Although most pet parents carefully consider veterinarians as well as flea and tick medications, many do not give equal thought to the type of food they will feed their companion animals. Selecting a good-quality food can affect your pet’s vitality, coat appearance and many other factors.

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Though price is not necessarily indicative of quality, inexpensive foods -- many of which are sold at supermarkets or big box stores -- may not be high in quality.

When evaluating a pet food, it is important to look beyond price. As more pet owners treat dogs and cats as members of the family, pet food manufacturers are customizing foods to the different needs of companion animals. For example, there are specialty foods for senior pets and foods designed for those animals with sensitive skin or stomachs. There are foods that

are geared to growing puppies and also those for puppies who prefer organic ingredients.

When selecting a food, there are some important decisions to make. First, note that the ingredients listed on dog or cat food labels must be listed in order of predominance by weight. The listing requirements are overseen by the Association of American Feed Control Officials. Although pet food manufacturers are not required by law to follow AAFCO standards because the association is not a government organization, most do. AAFCO is an independent corporation whose stated purpose is to aid industry and government representatives in setting standards for and supervising the animal feed industry.

Here are some other pointers. * Meat should be the first ingredient. Meat broth or water should be the second ingredient. Meat meal is acceptable, as it just means the meat has been dehydrated. Top-quality pet foods on the market use USDA sources (human grade) for their meat sources. A grain or filler should not be the primary ingredient of a pet food because dogs and cats were not evolved to eat grains as their primary sustenance.

* Meats should be listed by name, such as chicken, lamb or beef. Avoid products that use generic “meat” or “meat-byproducts” as the primary meat source. * Look for products that name the grain source. Brown rice is an easily digestible grain that is commonly found in quality pet foods, as are other whole grains.

Avoid corn starch or wheat gluten. * Avoid foods with artificial colors or preservatives. Preservatives include BHA/BHT or Ethoxyquin. * Dry foods will always have a fat source. Ensure it is a named

source and not just “animal fat.” * Select foods with essential fatty acids, which are necessary for the proper formation of hormones and cell membranes and improve the function of the skin and coat. * Any grains that appear in the food should be whole grains.

Dogs and cats do not need to eat grains to be healthy, and some inexpensive dog foods use grains as cheap fillers. * When changing foods, be sure to do so gradually. Add a small amount of the new food to the old food and slowly increase the amount as you go. Do so over several days to even a month to avoid digestive issues. * Try to vary the foods given to a pet from time to time. Eating the same thing day in and day out may result in food allergies. * As animals age, you may want to mix in a little canned food with a dry food source for extra nutrition and ease on aging teeth and digestive systems.

With so many different types of pet foods on the market, it is possible to find one of quality that also is budget-friendly. There also are recipes for making your own homemade pet food if you prefer to have more control over your pet’s diet.

How to reduce stress on pets when hosting guests The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness. It’s also a time of busy schedules that can impact everyone in the household -- including pets.

People are not the only ones who feel the emotional tug of the holidays. While their owners may be concerned about hosting parties or ensuring all entertaining details are met, pets may be unaccustomed to changes in daily routines that take place when their owners are entertaining guests. New smells and sights and the confusion of the actual event may elevate stress levels for pets. You may underestimate just how stressed pets feel when their routines are turned upside down.

Take special consideration of pets when any holiday or special occasion takes place. Here are some pointers that can make the process easier on everyone involved. * Try to stick to the routine as much as possible. Although having a party or shopping for gifts may require demands on your time, try to schedule tasks and errands at times when it won’t interfere with pets’ schedules.

For example, try not to alter meal times or daily walks. Also, if errands have you running late, see if a friend or family member can stop by your home and tend to the pets. * Keep pets’ identifications current. Times when people are coming and going from one anothers’ homes may open up possibilities for pets to get loose and lost. Be sure physical identification tags as well as contact data online for microchips are current so pets who get lost or run away can be easily found and returned home. * Keep pets away from table scraps. Rich foods and desserts are often part of celebrations.

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enjoyed by guests, they can wreak digestive havoc on many pets. Also, some foods may be choking hazards. Be mindful of taking out the trash promptly and don’t let pets indulge in too many table scraps.

* Spend time with your pet.

Pets may feel left out if you are too busy to spend time with them as you prep for parties and holidays. Make some time to sit with your pet and interact, even if you’re just playing around. * Leave a quiet space available for your pet. Some animals are very sociable and enjoy spending time with new people.

Others may be skittish around guests and prefer a low-key area where they can reside during festivities. A quiet bedroom or a crate may be the perfect den for your pet. You also will have peace of mind that the animal is safe and out of harm’s way. * If travel is involved in plans, gradually prepare your pet. Visiting for the holidays, birthdays and other special times often involves some sort of travel. You may need to condition a pet to spending periods of time in a crate or carrier so that the ride is event-free. Do so a few weeks prior to your travel date. * Know pet travel regulations.

Some states have laws regarding the transporting of pets over state lines. The same can be said if you will be visiting from Canada to the United States and vice versa. Know the type

of documentation you will need and file the necessary paperwork to ensure you do not face legal issues when traveling with your pet. * Schedule a vet visit. You want to be sure that your pet is in good physical health prior to any gatherings in the household.

Having a sick pet when you’re planning a party or prepping for the holidays adds extra work to the entire equation.

Holidays, parties, travel, and special events throughout the year can create changes in household schedules and disrupt the comfort level of pets. Know how to make these times as stree-free as possible for companion animals.

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One of the first things that my husband and I did when we moved to Clinton was to get our bearings on where certain things were; hospitals, doctors, groceries, gas stations, and certainly not the least of which was where to service our vehicles. It was rapidly apparent that Clinton Auto Service, Inc. was going to be hard to beat.

Our first visit to their facility was a very positive experience from start to finish.

Frederick (Rick) Wollin is the second generation of Wollin’s to operate the business that his parents, Rick and Judy Wollin opened in 1965. Rick, along with his wife, Rebecca, now run the nine bay repair shop. The shop provides repairs for domestic and foreign autos as well as fleet vehicles. Their business also includes a body shop and collision

center, the pre-owned vehicle sales center and an adjacent car wash and detail center. Rick and Judy still work numerous hours every week at the shop said Rebecca, “Its that work ethic

that was passed down to Rick that got us noticed.” Rebecca was proud to tell us about the recent award presented to Clinton Auto by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

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Rick commented that when you put your all into your business, your heart and soul, it no doubt feels good to be recognized by an outside organization such as the SBA. Rebecca noted, “it makes it easy to have faith in our business as a consumer, this award is only given to family owned businesses who demonstrate family oriented good old fashioned customer service. We have good values, our priorities are right and we know it, but it’s always nice to hear it in this form too!”

As for me, I didn’t need to see an award to know Clinton Auto is something special. My vehicle was professionally serviced at a fair price, and it came back washed and looking great, their staff was courteous and friendly and Rebecca and Rick were obviously hands on owners who treat their patrons honestly and fairly. Rick’s father always said his philosophy was “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!” That honest way of doing business proved to be a winner for Clinton Auto Service back in 1965 and continues to be the reason why Rick and Rebecca are staying so busy now. I for one highly recommend their SBA award winning family business. “What stays local, grows local!” Congratulations to the Wollin family on your much deserved award.

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How to stay safe on winter roads Snowy weather can be a time for fun, especially for avid skiers or children who relish spending days off from school tossing snowballs and building snow forts. Many adults, however, do not look forward to the snow as much as youngsters do. Snow can be hazardous when driving, but putting snow tires on a vehicle can improve vehicle safety.

According to information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, roughly 115 people die every day in vehicle crashes in the United States. Each winter, snowfall compounds treacherous road conditions, increasing the risk of accidents.

It is important to know how to drive when weather conditions are dangerous. It is also wise to outfit a vehicle to reduce its risk of slipping and sliding on icy, snowy roads. Here are some tips to follow. * Limit time spent driving in the snow. Avoid driving during snowstorms or directly after whenever possible. Snow not

only makes roads slick, but falling flakes can impair a driver’s visibility and reduce his or her response time. Try to wait until snow-clearing teams have salted, plowed and sanded roads before venturing out. * Be sure you can see clearly.

Clear off the snow from the windshield, side mirrors and windows so it does not compromise your view. Also, top off the windshield fluid so you will be able to clear snow and salt kick-up from your windshield.

Look for a washer fluid that has an antifreeze component, otherwise, your washer jets and wiper blades could be rendered

useless. * Drive slowly. Reduce your speed when driving in inclement weather. It can be more difficult to stop or maneuver around a potential obstacle when conditions are less than ideal. Traveling at a high speed will increase the risk of accidents. * Leave enough room between you and other motorists.

Tailgating is responsible for many accidents, even when there is no snow on the ground. In inclement weather, it can take longer to slow or stop the car after pressing on the brakes. Having an additional space between your car and the one in front of you helps you avoid a collision. * Be aware of black ice. Black ice gets its name from its veritable invisibility. It is so thin and hard to spot, it just looks like the black asphalt of the road. Black ice tends to form in areas that have had snow or ice melt, which then refreezes at night when temperatures drop.

Be extra cautious on turns and on highway exit and entrance ramps, where black ice frequently forms. * Steer your car into the skid.

Remain calm and do not panic and jam on the brakes if your car starts to skid.

Slamming on the brakes will only exacerbate the skid. Rather, take your foot off the accelerator, allowing the car to naturally slow down as you turn your wheels into the direction the car is skidding. This should help right the car and get you back on track. * Invest in snow tires. Those who live in especially snowy climates and do a lot of driving would be wise to purchase snow tires. Snow tires, also called winter tires, have special tread patterns that offer better traction in snow and ice. They also are made from softer rubber compounds than regular tires that retain their flexibility

in cold weather, allowing the tire to conform to the surface of the road. Although many vehicles come with technology to prevent accidents, they cannot do their jobs if tires are not maintaining their grip on the road.

All-season tires are not a replacement for snow tires.

All-season tires are designed to work in all sorts of conditions, from rainy weather to dry roads. Therefore, it is better to invest in a set of snow tires that will offer you better protection.

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How to improve your night vision for a safer ride Drivers young and old know it can be dangerous to drive at night, when vision is easily compromised by poorly lit roads, glare from other vehicles and a host of additional hazards. Such obstacles can easily cause car accidents, roughly one-third of which occur at night.

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But while external factors like inadequate lighting on roadways or glare from other vehicles can contribute to poor driving conditions, nighttime accidents are often caused by a driver’s own vision. A driver’s visual acuity is reduced by 70 percent at night, a figure that is even higher among older drivers. The human eye is simply not adapted for nocturnal vision, so colors tend to disappear and contrast fades away while driving at night.

That reality is why drivers must take steps to improve their vision when driving at night. Fortunately, there are several ways motorists can do just that. * Inspect headlight lenses. The plastic headlight lenses used on today’s cars can get increasingly cloudy over time. They tend to yellow and get hazy from the effects of ozone, road debris, pollution, age, and even trips to the carwash. As a result, headlight lenses can quickly become ineffective.

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drivers to forget to check their windshield washer fluid. Popping the hood to check your vehicle’s fluid levels when it’s snowing or just downright freezing outside might not be enjoyable, but it is necessary. Salt from snowy roads or debris blown about from winter winds can easily accumulate on the windshield, greatly reducing visibility. Be sure to check your windshield washer fluid routinely during the winter months, and clean your headlights after driving in inclement weather to remove dirt, film, snow and ice buildup. * Replace headlight bulbs. The performance of a headlight bulb dwindles over time, as a bulb’s light output is reduced by humidity, electrical resistance, filament fatigue and general usage. To combat normal wear and tear, experts recommend that vehicle owners replace their headlight bulbs every two years.

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When cleaning side view mirrors, be sure to properly adjust them to eliminate blind spots.

Stay abreast of vehicle recall information Driving a new vehicle off of the sales lot can be exciting. Brandnew vehicles are supposed to be reliable and free from maintenance concerns. However, sometimes manufacturers recall a vehicle, forcing drivers to visit the auto body shop sooner than they had hoped.

According to the Auto Insurance Organization, 390 million vehicles have been recalled since the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act became law in 1966.

Vehicles are recalled for a variety of reasons, including poorly performing tires, faulty pieces of motor vehicle equipment and unsafe child safety seats. From 2009 to 2010, Toyota alone recalled 8.5 million cars, the single largest recall in history.

It can be disconcerting to learn that your vehicle is being recalled. The uneasiness of driving a potentially dangerous vehicle coupled with the prospect of being without a car can be daunting.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an arm of the U.S. Department of Transportation, is a source of information on vehicle recalls. Their database dates back to 1966.

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Recall information can help save lives and prevent injuries. It is important to be aware of recalls to ensure the vehicle you’re driving is as safe as possible.

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10/1-Whitesboro Farmers’ Market, The Village Green, 3-7

10/4-7-Nunset Boulevard, Rome Community Theatre, 337-5920

10/1-Movie: The Five Year Engagement, The Uptown Theatre, Utica, 7

10/4- Boonville Farmers’ Market, Nice & Easy off 12, 12-6

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10/2-Central New York’s Plein Ir Landscapes w/Chad Smith, MVCC Utica, Into Tech Bldng, 1, 731-5721 10/3-Utica Farmers’ Market, Chancellor Park, 9-5 10/3-Only Son, Rome Capitol Theatre 10/3- Waterville Farmers’ Market, Barton Ave.,750-5785 10/3-Lyp Service Karaoke, Mr McGills, Schuyler, 9 10/3-Jo Dee Messina, Turning Stone , Verona, 8 10/3-Craft Night, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 7 10/4-6,11-13,1820,25-31-Cayo Industrial House Of Horrors, 118 Broad Street , Utica

10/5- Dee Jay Karaoke, South Trenton Pub, Barneveld, 9 10/5-Reduced Shakespeare Company, Palace Theater, Hamilton, 8-10, 824-1420 10/5-The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular, Turning Stone Casino, 8 10/5-7,12-14,19-21, 26-27-Cackleberry Castle Halloween festivities, 1157 Hillsboro Rd, Camden, 245-0104 10/5-Karaoke by Dennis Day, Crossroads Bar & Grill, Schuyler, 8 10/5- Rome Berkshire Vendors’ Market, Berkshire bank, 9-5 10/5-Is the Capitol Theater Haunted?, Rome, 8, (VIP 7), 337-6453

10/4-Filligar, Hamilton College, Clinton

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Sweet treats for Halloween

Halloween is a time for costumes and candy.

Americans spend roughly $6 billion per year on Halloween candy. After Christmas, Halloween is the country’s secondbiggest commercial holiday.

Although many people like the convenience of buying bags of pre-made candy, they will not have control over the amount of sugar or the other ingredients that are being put into these confections. This Halloween, celebrants may want to make their own sweet treats to hand out or share at Halloween festivities.

Watermelons are a healthy addition to any Halloween party.

They’re the lycopene leader among fresh produce, are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, and contain 6 percent of the daily value for vitamin B6 — all of which boost your immune system.

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his Halloween, why not put a fun twist on pumpkin carving by making some Jack O’Melons? Watermelons carve up bootifully, and you can eat the fruit right away, making it easy to scare up some delicious Halloween fun.

This Bat Jack O’Melon, Tiki Mask, and Jack O’Melon man can add a frightfully fun touch to a Halloween party — and the whole family can help carve them. To get more carving ideas and instructions, visit www.watermelon.org.

Bat Jack O’Melon

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1 oblong seedless watermelon Pencil or green dry erase marker Melon baller Paring and kitchen knives Spoon Channel knife Toothpick Slice 1/4 inch off end of watermelon to provide a stable base.

Use pencil to draw the face, making adjustments in scale to your particular watermelon.

Use melon baller to scoop

out nostrils; use small paring knife to clean up edges.

Next use paring knife to cut out the inside mouth area, leaving room for the teeth.

Next cut individual teeth, using the same small paring knife, and use a spoon to dig out a large area of flesh for the mouth cavity.

Next carve out eyes, digging a deep cavity in each, for drama. Use a channel knife to carve details.

Use some carved out pieces to cut a “bone” decoration for top of head, and attach with a toothpick.

2 round watermelons, preferably yellow, for the body Kitchen and paring knives Cutting board Green dry-erase marker (preferably washable) Large bowl and spoon Candy corns 4 to 6-inch wooden skewers Toothpicks Candle or light Wash watermelons under cool running water and pat dry.

On a cutting board, place the roundest watermelon on its side and cut off 1/4 to 1/2 inch of the stem end, being careful not to cut too deep into the white part of the rind. This will provide a sturdy base.

Using dry-erase marker, draw two eyes, an oval for a nose and a smiling mouth that would resemble a bat. Draw

Jack O’Melon

1 round watermelon Melon baller Pen Knife Toothpicks Cut a thin slice from the bottom of watermelon to provide a stable base.

Cut circular piece of the rind from the top, big enough to reach into to remove the flesh. Carefully remove that top section and reserve for later to be used as a lid.

Remove the flesh from inside the watermelon using melon baller, reserving melon balls for snacking or a fruit salad.

Once flesh is removed, drain any excess liquid from inside watermelon.

Using pen or knife, draw or scratch the outlines of eyes, nose, mouth, hair, ears or any other feature you want on the side of the watermelon, using a template as a guide. Then, following the outlines, cut the features into the watermelon and remove excess rind. To create

two ears and an outline of a forehead, continuing the line around to make the top for the bat that will be removed.

Use a knife to carefully cut away inside of the eyes, nose and mouth and also around the top of watermelon. Remove top and hollow out watermelon with spoon, reserving fruit to use in a fruit salad or punch.

On the second watermelon, use dry-erase marker to draw 2 bat wings (the top of the wings will have 2 points and the bottom of the wings will have 2 points.)

Use knife to carefully cut wings out, reserving inside of watermelon to make fruit salad or punch.

Attach wings to side of watermelon bat with wooden skewers, and use toothpicks to attach candy-corn as fangs.

Insert a candle to light up your bat.

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a 3D effect with the features after you have cut them, push gently on the flaps of rind from inside the watermelon. (You can use toothpicks to prop the rind, if you want.)

A safe, battery-operated lamp can be firmly placed inside the watermelon to provide a haunting glow.

Place the circular piece of rind that you reserved back on top of the watermelon and your Jack O’Melon is ready to be displayed.

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Have the watermelon at room temperature when you carve.

The cuts will be easier to make. You can chill the watermelon in the refrigerator after cutting and before serving.

After you’ve drawn the design on the rind, insert toothpicks in key places to use as guides for your cuts.

Use a sharp knife with a pointed tip — the sharper the knife, the easier and cleaner the cuts will be.

When attaching cut pieces on the watermelon to make your design, use round toothpicks or skewers. Flat toothpicks will often break due to the weight of the piece or the thickness of the rind.

* Chocolate lollipops: All it takes is a mold, heating device and some chocolate candy melts to make delicious and eyecatching homemade lollipops. A visit to the craft store will probably yield all of the ingredients you need. Some kits feature squirt bottles that can be filled with chocolate, heated in the microwave and then easily squirted into the candy molds. * Cake pops: A revolution in dessert, cake pops can be made in two ways. The first method is baking a cake and then crumbling it up into a bowl. Then a container of cake frosting is added, making the mixture moldable. The mixture is then formed into balls, which are put on lollipop sticks and dipped into melted chocolate. The second cake pop method is to purchase pans or special waffle-iron-type devices that turn batter into balls while cooking. Then the cake balls are put on sticks and covered in frosting or chocolate.

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Bon Jovi Tribute, Turning Stone Casino, 8

10/19-Karaoke by Dennis Day, Schuyler, Crossroads Bar & Grill, 8

11/3-Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, Rome Capitol Theatre, 337-6453

10/19-Rome Berkshire Vendor Market, 9-5 10/20-National Fossil Day, Fort Stanwix National Monument, 338-7730, 10-4

10/24-Baroque Horrors, MVCC Rome, 4-5:30

10/20-Utica College Hockey vs. Fredonia State, Utica Aud, 7

10/25- Toastmasters International Meeting, AC 1&2, 12

10/20-Aqueous, Marris Amphitheater, Oriskany Falls, 7

10/25-Leann Rimes, Turning Stone Casino, 8

10/20-Eden Brent, The Palace Theater, Hamilton, 7 10/20-Rocky Horror Picture Show-The Stanley, 724-4000, 7-10:30 10/20-Paranormal Investigation at the Collinwood Inn, Oneida, 8 10/21- Farmers’ Market at Sylvan Beach, 8-5 10/21- Concertante, NYC, MWPAI, Utica,797-8260, 2:30-4:30 10/21- Open Mic Nite, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 10/21-Utica College Hockey vs. Toronto Aeros, Utica AUD, 12 10/22-The Raven, The Uptown Theatre, Utica, 7

10/25-Anais Mitchell, Fillus Events Barn, Hamilton College, Clinton, 7:30 10/26- Spooktacular, Utica Zoo, 738-0472 10/26-Klassik Kiss, Turning Stone Casino, 8 10/26-Rome Berkshire Vendors’ Market, 9-5 10/27-Halloween Party w/ Boy Hits Car & Nineball at Pier’s & Blake, 7 10/27-4th Annual Utica Zombiewalk, The Uptown Theatre, Utica, 5, 525-4362 10/27-Horror of Dracula & The Thing That Couldn’t Die, Rome Capitol

10/23-ASIA, Turning Stone Casino, 8

10/27-New York International Wine Auction, Turning Stone Casino, 800-771-7711, 5-9

10/24-Waterville Farmers’ Market, 122 Barton Ave., 11-6

10/27-Halloween Boo Bash, Utica Children’s Museum, 724-6129

10/24-Lyp Service karaoke, Schuyler, Mr. McGills, 9

10/27-Famly Halloween Train, Adirondack Railroad, 10, 12, 2

10/24-LOL Comedy Club, Turning Stone Casino, 8

10/27-Madagascar 3, The Uptown Theatre, Utica, 11:30

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10/27-Haunted History Investigation (Shadow Chasers) Utica Uptown Theatre ,738-0377, 8-11

11/4-Buffalo Head Train, 800-819-2291, 12-4 11/7-8-West Side Story, The Stanley, 724-4000

10/28- Farmers’ Market at Sylvan Beach, 8-5

11/7-Lyle Lovett, Turning Stone Casino, 7

10/28-Open Mic Nite, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 7

11/7-Craft Night, Utica, The Tramontane Café, 7

10/28-Haunted Rails Ghost Train, Union Station, Utica, 5-11

11/9-Chris Isaak, Turning Stone Casino, 8

10/28-Buffalo Head Train, Adirondack Scenic Railroad, 800-819-2291, 11:30-4 10/29-Abraham Lincoln, The Uptown Theatre, Utica, 10/31-Waterville Farmers’ Market, Barton Ave., 11-6 11/1-Jeremy Camp, Big Daddy Weave and Aaron Shust live, Rome Capitol Theatre, 7

11/9-Community Talent Show, Remsen Performing & Visual Arts Center, 831-2787, 7-9 11/10-Frankie Valli, Turning Stone Casino 11/11-Clinton Historical Society, Veterans Day Program, CHS Bldng, 11 11/14-Eli Young Band, Turning Stone Casino, 8 11/15-17-The Odd Couple, Unity Hall in Barneveld, 896-4465

11/2-Utica College Hockey vs. Oswego, Utica AUD, 7

11/16-Utica College Hockey vs. Cortland, Utica AUD, 4

11/2-Rome Berkshire Vendors’ Market, Berkshire Bank, 9-5

11/16-Utica College Hockey vs. Elmira, Utica AUD, 7

11/2-Karaoke, Schuyler, Crossroads Bar & Grill, 8

11/16-17-CNY Veteran’s Comedy Show 3, Veteran’s Outreach center in Utica, 765-0975

11/2-Hotel Utica Centennial Celebration, 7247829, 7-11 11/3-Utica College Hockey vs. Nazareth, Utica AUD, 7 11/3-Blaze of Glory:

11/17-Utica College Hockey vs. Elmira, Utica AUD, 7 11/17-Family Festival of Trees Lights, Utica Children’s Museum, 7246129, 9:15-12:30

Did you know?

Making a list when holiday shopping can help you avoid spending more than your budget

allows.

Rather than be caught off guard, carefully make your shopping list and include everyone you intend to gift.

Purchase one or two extra generic gifts just in case something comes up. It is much easier to afford holiday giving when you can divide your budget by the number of gift recipients rather than having to add on gifts after the fact.

Also, in the event you are left with extra gifts that were unnecessary, you can return them after the holidays and use the money to treat yourself to something nice or donate the gift or the returned funds to someone in need.

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10/1,22,29-Free Contemporary Jazz Discovery for Kids, Hamilton Center for the Arts, 6-6:45 10/1-P-Con Film Series: The Interrupters, Hamilton Theater, 7 10/2-Children’s Story Time, Hamilton Public Library, 10:30

10/12-Live Music: Ed Vollmer, Colgate Inn, 7

10/2-Regional Arts Grant Seminar, Palace Theater, 6 10/2-Banned Book Read-Out, Hamilton Public Library, 7 10/2-Lifelong Learning Program: Historic Sites of Conscience, Colgate’s Center for Women’s Studies, 7-8:30, 728-6623 10/3,10-Lifelong Learning Program: “Bridge For Beginners” Colgate Bookstore, 3-5, 228-6623 10/3-Trivia Night, Colgate Inn, 8:30 10/4,11,18,25-Free Beginner Modern Dance Class For Kids, Hamilton Center For The Arts, 6-7 10/4-Colgate Coaches Show, Colgate Inn, 7 10/4-Live Music, Fish Creek Rodeo, Colgate Inn, 8 10/5, 12, 19, 26-Planetarium Show: Dawn of The Space Age, Colgate’s Visualization Lab, 6, call Joe Eakin, 228-6125 10/5 -Open Mic Night-Barge Canal Coffee Co., 7 10/5-Live Music, Ed Vollmer, Colgate Inn, 7-10

10/12-Live Performance: Jorma Kaukonen, Earlville Opera House, 8

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10/12-Live Music: Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8 10/13-Farmers’ Market, The Village Green, 8-1 10/13-Waddle, Toddle, Run for CNS, Call Donna Jarcho 10/13-Author Appearance: Joe Castiglione, 30 years of Insider Stories with the Boston Red Sox, Colgate bookstore, 10:30 10/13-Fall Family Festival, 59 W. Kendrick Ave., 11-3

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10/13-Children’s Matinee: The Muppets, Hamilton Movie Theater, 12:30

10/16-Children’s Story TimeHamilton Public Library, 10:30

10/13-Jane Austen Book Club: Mansfield Park, Colgate Bookstore, 2

10/17-Lifelong Learning Program: “Obama Vs. Romney” , Hamilton Public Library, 3-4, 228-6623

10/13-Great Minds Lecture Series: Thomas Jefferson, 20 Utica Street

10/17-Children’s Program: A Spree of Three, Colgate Bookstore, 3:30

10/13-6th Annual Upper State Independent Awards Night, www.

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10/5-Live Theater, The Complete History of America-Abridged, Palace Theater, 8, 315-824-1420

10/17-Trivia Night, Colgate Inn, 8:30 10/18-Cooking Class: Cooking with Beer & The Good Nature Brewers, Bridle Creek Bed & breakfast, 6:308:30, 824-8400 10/18-Colgate Coaches Show-Dick Biddle, Colgate Inn, 7pm

10/6-Farmers’ Market, The Village Green , Hamilton, 8-1

10/18-Live Music: David Chiad, Colgate Inn, 8

10/6,13,20,27-Free Hip Hop for teens class, Hamilton Center For the Arts, 12-1:30 10/6-Children’s Matinee: Chimpanzee, Hamilton Movie Theater, 12:30

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10/25-Hamilton Book & Movie Club: Cracking India, Hamilton Movie Theater, Register at 315-228-6944

10/27- The Haunted Opera House, Earlville Opera House, 7-9

10/25-The Colgate Coaches Show, Don Vaughan, Colgate Inn, 7

10/27-Live Music: Mike Ferrio, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8

10/25-Live Music: Dove Creek, Colgate Inn, 8

10/28-Live Performance: Colgate Chamber Players- Classy Classics in Autumn, Colgate University’s Memorial Chapel, 3:30

10/26-Live Music: Ed Vollmer, Colgate Inn, 7-10 10/26- Live Music: Zach Fleitz, Barge Canal Coffee Co., 8 10/27-Farmers’ Market, The Village Green, 8-1 10/27-Children’s Program: Halloween Stories, Colgate bookstore, 10 10/27-Children’s Matinee: Madagascar 3- Europe’s Most Wanted, Hamilton Movie Theater, 12:30

10/29-P-CON Film Series: El Velador (“ The Night Watchman”), Hamilton Theater, 7 10/30-Children’s Story Time, Hamilton Public Library, 10:30 10/31-Annual Children’s Halloween Party, Colgate Bookstore, 4:30 (reception from 5:30-7) 10/31-Trivia Night-Colgate Inn, 8:30

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