Churchville-Chili student artwork selected for RIT ‘Start Here’ Exhibit
Eight Churchville-Chili High School students had their artwork featured in RIT’s College of Art and Design
‘Start Here’ Exhibit. An opening reception was held Friday, January 17, where four CCCSD students received awards for their artwork.
The college selected 32 works of distinction related to various programs at RIT. The 32 were chosen out of 200 pieces, including pieces from the following CCCSD students:
•Arlo Sushko – Untitled, Mixed Media (ceramic and fiber), Medical Illustration Award 3D, School of Art
•Riley Marra – Creekbed, Watercolor on color press watercolor paper, Luvon Sheppard Watercolor Award, School of Art
•Stephanie Camacho – Collage, Digital, Visual Media Award, School of Photographic Arts and Sciences
•Eva Galletti-Fisher – Octopus, Ceramics, Ceramics Award Sculpture, School for American Crafts
In addition to the four CCCSD students who received awards, the following students had pieces featured in the exhibit:
•Deniz Dawani – Screams from Gaza, Acrylic
•Liam O’Brien – Untitled, Ceramics
•Mya Arrendell – Untitled, Graphite and colored pencil
•Allie Snyder – Triptych, Photography
The exhibit ran through February 1 at the Bevier Gallery at RIT. Learn more about the ‘Start Here’ Exhibit at https://www.rit.edu/artdesign/starthere.
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Upcoming PHHS presentations
Parma Hilton Historical Society (PHHS) offers monthly presentations and guest speakers covering a range of topics related to local history or of general interest. These meetings are held on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Ingham Room at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street. They are free and open to the public.
there are numerous instances of positivity for black heritage and culture in the Flower City, there were also times we didn’t get it right.
On February 10, join Matt Rogers of The Lost Borough in exploring black history in Rochester, from the early beginnings of colonial settlement to modern day. Widely known as the adopted hometown of Frederick Douglass, Rochester has spent most of its history at the forefront of abolition, civil rights, and advancements in prosperity for all its citizens. While
Future PHHS presentations are:
•March 10 – Rick Huff on “The War of 1812 and Parma Happenings”
•April 14 – Erica Wanecski on “State Run Poor Houses in the Rochester Area”
•May 12 – Derrick Pratt on “The Erie Canal Museum: Basics of the Erie Canal.” Presentation with some added bicentennial and Rochester area content.
For more information on the PHHS and its programs, visit https://www. parmahiltonhistoricalsociety.com. Provided information
Local author to hold book signing at Lift Bridge
North Greece author, Joellen B. Schwallie, will be signing copies of her new historical fiction novel, Glimpsing Through Threads , at Lift Bridge Book Shop on Saturday, February 15, from noon to 2 p.m. Joellen grew up in Brockport, so she is very excited about the opportunity to have her book signing at Lift Bridge. It bears mentioning, as well, that nuggets of supernatural intrigue take place right before the doors of this shop within the final page of the book’s epilogue. Glimpsing Through Threads is a story of an Irish family that begins in 1855 as their matriarch leaves Ireland following the potato famine to move to the United States. Opinions, expressions, humor, and language change and evolve with time as the family grows and ages into the 1970s. As the pages turn, the reader is invited to travel alongside them while they
make their way through a number of noteworthy days. Personal memories, superstitious beliefs, and accounts of current events of that time in history are brought into the narrative. The story follows each generation’s threads and how they connect to each other’s past, present and future. Are they caught within the confinement of their own time? Or is the essence of their being somehow connected to those who came before and those who are yet to come?
The novel was published in November 2024, and released on Amazon where it received six five-star reviews in the first two months.
Paperback and hardcover books will be available for purchase at the book signing. Lift Bridge Book Shop is located at 45 Main Street, Brockport. To learn more about the author, visit https://joellenschwallie.weebly. com. Provided information and photo
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Big things coming to Parma
The Town of Parma is making a splash in 2025 – literally! The Parma Town Board has approved the installation of a state-ofthe-art Sprayground at Parma Town Park, bringing a long-anticipated water play feature to the community. This exciting addition comes in response to the Town’s recent Comprehensive Plan Update, in which 25% of respondents expressed a desire for a splash pad.
Designed to be both fun and uniquely Parma, the splash pad will feature custom elements inspired by the town’s history and landscape, including a giant water tower, an apple tree representing Parma’s rich farming heritage, and nods to local waterways like Salmon Creek and Lake Ontario. In addition to classic water play structures, the Sprayground will include accessibility and sensory-focused features to ensure an inclusive experience for all.
But that’s not the only exciting news – Parma’s first-ever dog park is also set to
small breeds to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all four-legged friends. The project has been partially funded by the state and Assembly Member Josh Jensen, making it a true community effort. Stay tuned for details on the official “leash-cutting” ceremony.
And if that weren’t enough, the Town of Parma has also acquired nearly 25 acres of land adjacent to the main parkland, directly
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south of the former property line. While plans for development are still in the works, this expansion adds valuable greenspace for exploration and future recreational opportunities.
“We are thrilled to bring these major projects to Parma in 2025,” said Tom Venniro, Director of Parks & Recreation. “From the Sprayground to the dog park to our newly acquired parkland, these additions reflect our ongoing commitment to enhancing recre-
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Super Bell” concert on February 8 to benefit the Morgan-Manning House
On the eve of the big game, all are invited to attend a special community concert, The Super Bell: Music for Love, the Greatest Game of All, Saturday, February 8, at 4 p.m. at St.
Church, 14 State Street, Brockport. The love-themed event features performances by tenor Ben Monacelli and soprano Jess Moss, alongside the Erie Canal Ringers, conducted by Elaine Holt, and the St. Luke’s Choirs. Special guests include Douglas Collier, conductor Gavin Tremblay, as
well as Scott Hunsinger and Mary Lynne Turner of the Western Monroe Historical Society.
Audience members will enjoy classic love songs, both sung and rung, such as “What a Wonderful World,” “Kiss the Girl” from The Little Mermaid, “Stranger in Paradise” from Kismet, and the Nocturne from A Midsummer Night’s Dream The event showcases the Erie Canal Ringers, two dynamic handbell ensembles that practice weekly at St. Luke’s. Playing a mix of classical, sacred,
and pop music, they perform on five octaves of Schulmerich Handbells.
Admission is free to this kid-friendly concert, with donations accepted to support the Western Monroe Historical Society’s efforts to rebuild the historic Morgan-Manning House after January’s devastating four-alarm fire.
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church shares a deep, long-standing connection to the Morgan-Manning House. Tiffany windows memorialize members of the Manning family, and a relative of Sara Morgan Manning still sings in the choir. Brenda Tremblay, St. Luke’s Music Director, was inspired to honor the shared history and bring hope to
the community. “Music can shine light in the darkest of times, even into the blackened spaces created by this terrible fire. It brings us together and gives us all a way to help,” said Tremblay.
The Super Bell: Music for Love, the Greatest Game of All is made possible in part by a grant from the Brockport Arts Fund of the Rochester Community Foundation. Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring contributions and/or non-perishable food donations for the Brockport Food Shelf. Provided information and photo
The personalized design of the Sprayground highlights Parma’s story while traditional, sensory and accessible elements ensure fun for all.
updates on these projects, follow Hilton-Parma Recreation on social media.
Parma’s first dog park features designated areas for large and small dogs.
The town acquired nearly 25 acres of new land, providing greenspace and future recreation options.
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•Fenton, Richard J., died January 25, 2025 at age 86. Richard is preceded in death by his parents Julia and Harold, and brother William. He is survived by brothers Steven and Thomas, and sister Katherine. He is cherished and will live on through the energy and devotion of his beloved wife of 64 years Joan; son Mark (Lisa); and grandchildren Maxwell and Skye; and son Robert (Suzette), and grandchildren Carson (Marti) and Parker; and by many loving nieces and nephews. He served in US Army intelligence from 1966 to 1968, attaining the rank of captain. Following his military service, Richard joined the Business Administration and Economics faculty at SUNY Brockport, while completing his PhD in economics at SUNY Buffalo. At Brockport he championed undergraduate education and was integral to the development of innovative programs such as the cross-disciplinary Delta College and the accelerated 3-1-3 program. His strong focus on teaching excellence earned him the Chancellor’s Award for Teaching in 1989. He served many years on the college’s Foundation Board, and in recent years with the Friends of Drake Library. He was elected to the Sweden Town Board, and was a founding member of the Building Excellence in Students Today (BEST) foundation. He and his wife Joan were founding members of the advocacy group Walk! Bike! Brockport.
A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Hamlin, 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 1. A Celebration of Richard’s Life will be scheduled at a later time. Donations can be made to the Fenton Scholarship endowment at SUNY Brockport. Checks can be made out to the “Brockport Foundation,” SUNY Brockport, 350 New Campus Drive, Brockport NY 14420, with “Fenton Scholarship” in the memo. Arrangements entrusted to Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport.
•Good, Vada E. (Fancher), died January 24, 2025, just shy of her 91st birthday. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Robert, and siblings Sandy Heins, Nancy Tucker, James Fancher, and John Fancher. She is survived by her daughter, Laurie (Craig) Freeman; her son, Robert (Dina) Good; her grandchildren, Brian (June) Freeman, Samantha (Kyle) Mackowiak, and Stephanie (Larry) Good; two great-grandchildren; her sister, Jane Stephens; many nieces, nephews, and dear friends; and her cat, Bella. Vada enjoyed a fulfilling career as a shipping coordinator at Optical Gaging Products in Rochester. She was a gifted piano and cello player. Her love for the arts extended into her ownership of Twilight Ceramics Studio in Brockport, where she fostered creativity and friendship.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, February 1 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., 340 West Avenue, Brockport. Interment and a Celebration of Life will be held in the spring. Donations can be made to Mr. Grey’s Strays or the National Kidney Foundation in her memory.
April L. Gross
Brockport – Passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26th, 2025. Survived by her loving Mom Nancy Colaprete, sisters Sariah Gross and Gabriella Gross, Grandmother Dorothy Harris, aunts and uncles, and cousins, her beloved dog Nala alias Tilly and her birds Dave, Pearl, and Daisy.
Predeceased by her Dad David Gross and grandparents.
April affectionately nicknamed by her mom “Lulu” was caring and compassionate to all who knew her. Her care and compassion extended not only to others but animals too. She loved nature, especially camping and sunflowers. A talented individual who was a very impressive writer and artist. Her strength, kindness, and beautiful smile will always be remembered by the hearts she touched.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, February 4th from 5 PM – 7 PM at Fowler Funeral Home Inc. at 340 West Ave in Brockport NY 14420. Condolences and memories can be shared at www. Fowlerfuneralhomeinc.com.
April and her mom had a phrase they would sometimes say to each other, “Keep It Simple”. Then we would laugh together.
•Kemblowski, Eva Mae, died January 24, 2025, in Haverhill MA at age 90. Eva is predeceased by her husband Lawrence, parents, Lee and Helen Moe and brother David (Mary Flanagan) Moe. She is survived by her six children, David (Tammy Beaney), Anne, Liz (Diane DiBartolo), Peter (Brooke), Margaret Ferris, Paul (Shelly); eleven grandchildren, Shannon, Lucas, Victoria, Calvin (Karina), Patrick (Megan), Allison (Reid), Lauren, Grace, Henry, Jacob and Maxine; five great-grandchildren; two nephews William (Susan) Stephenson and Michael (Cheryl) Stephenson. Eva was the Assistant Director of Nursing at Wedgwood Nursing Home, and later advanced her career to that of Director of Nursing at Lakeside Beikirch Nursing Home where she remained until she retired many years later. Eva enjoyed attending concerts, parties, listening to music, vacations and the New England states. She moved to Massachusetts in 2019 to spend the rest of her years enjoying the lifestyle of New England with her daughter. Eva remained active and happy right up until the last days of her life.
Her Funeral Service will be held Saturday, February 1 at 1 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Brockport. Donations can be made in Eva’s memory to the American Heart Association. Arrangements entrusted to the Fowler Funeral Home Inc., Brockport.
•Napoleon, Chad, age 53, died unexpectedly January 26, 2025. He was born September 16, 1971 in Brockport to Franklin and Darla (Spry) Napoleon. Mr. Napoleon was predeceased by his father. He is survived by his daughters: Angela Napoleon of Hamlin, Cassie (Benjamin) Neumann of Irondequoit; his mother: Darla Napoleon; his brother: James “J.R.” (Tracy) Napoleon of Kendall; his two grandchildren: Beauden and Lincoln; his niece Felicia Napoleon; his nephew James Napoleon; and the mother of his children: Vickie McColl of Holley. Chad was the owner and operator of Napoleon Kitchens and Baths and was a master craftsman who took extreme pride in his work. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, being around the water and was an artisan who sought perfection in his work.
A Celebration of Chad’s Life will be announced at a later date and private burial will take place at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Holley. To share a special memory of Chad, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com
•Quinn, Laura Mae, age 92, died January 20, 2025. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Donald R. Quinn; parents, August and Clara Flugel; brother Gerald Flugel; and two grandsons, Paul Horn and Ryan Bradford. Survived by her children and step children from a blended family: Van (Mike Balzer) Quinn, Marcia (Phil) Myers, Constance (Steve) Wight, Kathleen Weeks, James (Laurie Decker) Bradford, and Jacqueline (Robert) Angello; grandchildren Patricia (Mark) Delguercio, Mary Hodges, Randy Horn, Shilo Thorp, Michael (Cassandra) Weeks, Erika (Mike) Rodriguez, Christopher (Sophia) Bradford, Laurie (Greg) Kus, Joseph (Michaela O’Brien) Angello; 13 great-grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Laura enjoyed traveling the country to see her family in Alaska, Colorado, Florida, Idaho and Las Vegas. She loved playing cards, putting together puzzles, going to bingo and playing slot machines at casinos with her closest friends. No calling hours at this time; however, family will reunite from all over the U.S. this spring for a Graveside Service in Brockport followed by a celebration of her beautiful life. Details will be shared on Fowler Funeral Home website and on Facebook just prior to June, 2025. Instead of flowers, consider sharing a special memory and / or photo of Laura.
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Nona Gail Veith Spitzner
Nona Gail Veith Spitzner, of Byron, died peacefully on January 23, 2025. Born on September 14, 1942, to the late Lois and Francis Veith, in St. Peter, Minnesota, Nona spent her childhood in St. James, Minnesota, married her high-school sweetheart, the late Jerome “Jerry” Spitzner, and ultimately settled on a peaceful wooded property in Byron, where together they built a home and family.
Nona was a homemaker during her children’s early years, then began her professional career as a lab technician and quality assurance engineer for Kodak, where she worked until she retired. She received a baccalaureate degree in biology from the University of Rochester and masters degree in statistics from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Religious faith and music were two of Nona’s passions. For most of her adult life she was active in St. Brigid’s Catholic Church in Bergen and, later, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Brockport. As a musician, she began as a drummer in high school, then maintained steady practice as a pianist. She played piano for St. Brigid’s Folk Group for many years.
Nona was an avid reader and learner, who was always open to ideas and new adventures. She trained in Isshinryu Karate under Hanshi Cindy Jones, wherein she reached the rank of Ni Dan (2nd degree black belt).
Adopting several pets over her lifetime, Nona appreciated the importance of sharing a loving home through animal adoption.
Nona will forever be remembered by her three children, Lara Ezard (Ron) of Byron, Joanna Spitzner of Syracuse, and Dan Spitzner (Cara Meixner) of Harrisonburg, Virginia. She was beloved by her grandchildren, Ben Ezard, Bethany Ezard, Christopher Meixner, Theodora Spitzner, Christian Meixner, and Robert Spitzner, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was sister to the late Gilman Veith (Kaye Jacobs) of Two Harbors, Minnesota, and Marcia (Matt) Matushenko of Anoka, Minnesota.
A service was held in celebration of Nona’s life on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Fowler Funeral Home, 340 West Avenue, Brockport, NY 14420, officiated by the Reverend Krista Cameron. In lieu of flowers, and in honor of Nona, please be kind to one another. Nona would also be honored by donations to the Bergen Library and the Batavia Animal Shelter.
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•Evans, Beverly D., died January 26, 2025. She is predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Robert Evans; and by her daughter, Sherilyn Smith neé Evans. Survived by three grandsons, Joshua (Lauren), Jacob (Alyssa), and Jeremiah (Kaitlin) Smith; six great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
All are invited Saturday, February 15 at 11 a.m. for a Memorial Service with a luncheon and visitation to follow at Lutheran Church of Our Savior, 2415 Chili Avenue, Rochester. Donations can be made to Camp Joy, 131 West Main Street, Webster, NY 14580 in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.
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•Runyon, Tamara “Tammy” L., died January 25, 2025, at age 51. Tammy is predeceased by her parents Ronald and Marjorie Robison, grandparents Fred and Gladys Hill, Ralph and Alberta Robison, and mother-in-law Norma Mae Runyon. She is survived by her loving husband of 12 years, Philip; children Caleb and Josiah Runyon; sisters Rhonda Cavanaugh and Kristen (Aaron) Crawley; father-in-law James Runyon; sister-in-law Eileen (Gary) Rice; nephew John Allen Rice and niece Laura Rice; and many other extended family. Tammy had a passion for music. She played both the clarinet and the guitar. Her musical talents extended to singing, especially in her church, alongside her husband. As an active member of the Walker Bible Baptist Church in Hilton, Tammy volunteered at not only the school but also the church’s nursery.
A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, February 1 at Walker Bible Baptist Church, 1425 Walker Lake Ontario Road, Hilton. Calling hours will be from 12 to 1 p.m. Celebration of Life starting at 1 p.m., with a reception at the church following the service. Condolences and memories can be shared at www. Fowlerfuneralhomeinc.com.
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•DuBois, Charles L., died January 26, 2025, at age 80. He was predeceased by his wife, Donna (Herman) DuBois; parents, John W. DuBois and Helene (Spaine) DuBois; and brother, John W. DuBois, Jr. He is survived by his son Charles (Kelly); four grandchildren, Ashley, Zachary (Cierra), Jenna, and Rachel; and many extended family members and friends. He was an employee of Eastman Kodak Company for decades, including working as Manager, Maintenance and Avionics in the Aviation Services division at the Kodak airport hangar. He was an avid ham radio operator and enjoyed playing golf.
Calling hours will be held Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport. A private Memorial Service for family will be held at a later date. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in his memory.
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•Bouvy, Suzanne (Maj), OSF, died January 28, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Blanche and Leo Maj, and her brother, Leo Jr. Suzanne is survived by her husband, Robert; her sons, Michael (Chrissy), Kevin (Smriti), and Jeffrey (Zach); her grandchildren Anthony, Justin, Gabriella, and Ruhi; her great-granddaughter Sophia; and her sister-in-law, Mary Maj. A devout Catholic, Suzanne imbued grace, living her life in service to her family and faith. She cherished her role as a homemaker, creating a warm and welcoming home filled with love, laughter, and good food. Her greatest joy was her family, especially her beloved grandchildren.
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Evangelist Church, Spencerport, at 11 a.m. on February 3, 2025. Donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.
•Meyer, Marcia A., died January 24, 2025 at age 84. She is predeceased by her husband Robert J. Meyer and survived by her brothers Richard Kleisley (Lauranne) and Roger Kleisley (Nancy); and sister-in-law Linda Mammano; her six children Robert Jr. (Claudia), Pamela (Alex), Gregory, Matthew (Amy), Melissa and Debra (Patrick); her grandchildren Kathryn, William, Benjamin, Andrew, Trevor, Elizabeth, Brian, Jeffrey, Adam, Joseph (Carrie), Jason, Winnona, Rebekah, Isabelle and Kyle; three step-grandchildren; five great grandchildren; many cousins, nieces and nephews. Marcia volunteered for many years within the St. John the Evangelist Church community and was a member of the Red Hat Society.
A Memorial Service was held January 31 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Spencerport. Private interment. Donations in her memory can be made to St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center, 417 South Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620 or St. John the Evangelist Church, 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.
•Nash, Nancy A., died January 25, 2025. Nancy is predeceased by her husband John, her parents Kenneth and Kathryn Turner, siblings Kenneth “Sonny” Turner, Gary Turner, Ronald Turner, and Marie French; and special friend Gene Slocum. She is survived by her loving daughter Karen (William) Kudela; grandchildren Alyssa Kudela, John Kudela, Gabe Kudela; many nieces and nephews; and son Erik Nash. Nancy was well known for being a genealogy buff in her family. When she wasn’t researching genealogy, you could find her solving a crossword puzzle or enjoying a hot-fudge sundae after a long day. She was a caring woman who could be described best as having a gentle spirit and a good sense of humor.
Services for Nancy will be held at the convenience of the family. Contributions can be made in Nancy’s memory to the Mt. Carmel Hospice House, 288 Frisbee Hill Road, Hilton, NY 14468. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.Fowlerfuneralhomeinc.com.
•Steier, Shirley A., age 91, died January 25, 2025. She was born April 8, 1933 to Sherman and Ruth (Barber) Kidney in Orleans County. Mrs. Steier was predeceased by her husband Raymond, a son: James Steier, and brothers and sisters: Dorothy, Gerald, Elizabeth, Richard and Donald. She is survived by her children: Stephen Steier of Spencerport, David (Donna) Steier of Rochester, Patti (Ray) Goodwin of NC; her siblings: Mary Reabold of Albion, Carol (Russell) Pritchard of Ridgeway, Sandra Fields of Medina; six grandchildren; several great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Shirley was a member of the Spencerport United Methodist Church, and was an avid bird watcher. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, camping, travelling and was an avid Syracuse Orange and Buffalo Bills fan.
Her Funeral Service was held February 1 at 11 a.m. at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 21 West Avenue, Albion. Interment in Mt. Albion Cemetery. To share a special memory of Shirley, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
Brockport Community Connection announces monthly events
Brockport Community Connection (BCC), a collaborative non-profit organization aiming to centralize resources in the greater Brockport community, has announced a series of events at the Seymour Library and in the community for 2025. Each month, representatives of BCC and featured guests invite the public to join them for activities, resource sharing, and community building.
•February 8, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Seymour Library: “BCC LOVES Brockport” will be a meet-and-greet style gathering for the community to come and meet the board and volunteer members of BCC, share ideas, ask questions, and learn more about the organization. (at Seymour Library)
•March 8, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Seymour Library: “LUCKY to be in Brockport” – a crafting event for individuals, families, and groups to come decorate shamrocks that say why we’re LUCKY to be in Brockport.
The shamrocks will then be displayed throughout village businesses and organizations.
•April : BCC will be at the Arbor Day planting with the Village of Brockport and at SUNY Brockport’s Stomp Out Hunger event, highlighting food insecurity among university students.
•May 10, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Seymour Library: “MAY your garden grow” – BCC will feature guest speakers to discuss planting and growing your own food, as well as information about Brockport’s Community Garden on State Street.
•June 14, BCC at Low Bridge, High Water Festival
•July 12, BCC on Main Street
•August 9 and 10, BCC at Brockport Arts Festival; and Free Haircut Day (date to be determined)
•September 13, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Seymour Library: “Back To Class with BCC” – support for parents with school connectivity and forms.
•October 24 – BCC at Midnight Madness
The Brockport Community Connection will be holding monthly activities and community building events.
•November – Giving THANKS – basket building and distribution
•December – Bless Brockport – an opportunity for year-end giving.
For more information, visit https://www.brockportcommunityconnection.org.
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Phone scams impersonating U.S. Customs and Border Patrol
A telephone scam is targeting residents nationwide, as well in the Buffalo area to gain banking and other forms of information from unsuspecting residents. In addition, an alternate telephone scam is using a “spoofing” number that displays the Border Patrol Buffalo Station phone number, stating to residents claiming they were aware they were in the United States illegally and were going
to deport them. The telephone scam further requests Personal Identifiable Information (PII) such as social security numbers and dates of birth, to avoid deportation.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents and officers nationwide are continuing to receive numerous calls from residents concerned about unsolicited calls from scammers posing as U.S. Border Patrol agents
Black History Month Celebration Day at the Memorial Art Gallery
The Memorial Art Gallery invites visitors to its 24th Annual Black History Month Celebration Day, a free community event featuring live performances, art, dance, music, panel discussions, vendors, and more, on Sunday, February 9, from noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy live performances (African dance and drums, step teams, spoken word, contemporary dance, poetry, and live music with DJ Ironwill), interactive activities (arts and crafts,
face painting, Art Grows Here garden planting, and photo souvenirs), panel discussions, a vendor market featuring Black-owned businesses, a fashion show highlighting Black designers and stylists, and more.
More information can be found at https://mag.rochester.edu/events/ black-history-month-celebrationday/.
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NYS Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program date changed
With severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. The New York State Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible to predisaster conditions.
Churchville-Chili Continuing Education has rescheduled its free private training event to Thursday, February
27, 6:30 p.m., at 139 Fairbanks Road (Middle School Room 3802), Churchville. It is limited to 50 participants, and registration is required.
The training course will provide an introduction to responding to a natural or man-made disaster. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies. Go to www.cccsd.org/continuingeducation to reserve a seat.
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and U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. Residents are reporting the calls are a pre-recorded message stating, “a box of drugs and money being shipped has your (callers) name on it and it has been intercepted.” The caller is then instructed to press #1 to speak with a CBP Officer/Agent, which then attempts to get the callers banking information. There have also been reports of this same type of scam, however, the caller is an actual person, not a pre-recorded message.
These calls, whether a pre-recorded message or live person, are phone scams/phishing attempts and residents are urged to not provide the caller with any information. The Department of Homeland Security and CBP does not solicit money over the phone, nor does enforcement action telephonically. If such calls are received, people should make a note of the number, any pertinent details about the call/caller, and immediately hang up. Residents are encouraged to report the incidents as soon possible. Phone scams can be reported to the Federal Trade Commission online at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/. Provided information
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•Upcoming blood donation opportunities: February 4, 1 to 6 p.m., Brockport Fireman’s Exempt Club, 248 West Avenue, Brockport; February 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Gates Town Hall, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester; February 7, 1 to 6 p.m., Ogden Community Center, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport; February 8, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lakeview Community Church, 30 Long Pond Road, Rochester. Book a time to give blood or platelets by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). All who donate between January 27 and February 28 will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/ Flurry for details.
Classes/Workshops/Webinars
•CPR Training classes plus First Aid and AED, two-year certification, Saturday, February 8, or Sunday, February 23, 1 to 4 p.m. at the Charlie Maier Lodge, 2806 Roosevelt Highway (Lions Way). Hamlin. Cost is $30 per person. Sponsored by the Hamlin Democratic Committee and Hamlin Recreation. Pre-registration required; call or text Sharon at 716-378-9456.
Donations Needed
•Donations are needed to help Brockport’s historic Morgan-Manning House recover from the devastating fire it sustained in January. To make a monetary donation, visit https://www.morganmanninghouse.org. Anyone interested in holding a fundraiser is asked to email RebuildMMH@ gmail.com for approval.
•Churchville-Chili High School is seeking donations of new or used dresses, suits, ties, dress shoes, and jewelry items in good condition for the Saints Prom/Ball Closet. The closet will remain open throughout the school year. Donations may be brought to the High School Main Office at Door 1.
Events & Entertainment
•Brockport’s 2025 Winter Serenades music series begins on Sunday, February 2, at 3 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Main and State Streets. Violinists from the RPO will play a varied program of music spanning generations and genres. Free and open to the public. A “Meet the Artists” reception will be held in the social hall following the concert. A video of the concert will be available at www.stlukesbrockport.org for those unable to attend in person. For more information, call 6375300 or visit www.brockportny.org.
•Actor Giancarlo Esposito, from Breaking Bad, will be featured at the University of Rochester annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Address on Friday, February 7 (new date). The event is scheduled for 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at the Strong Auditorium, 417 Alumni Road, Rochester. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. The public address promotes issues of diversity, freedom, civil rights, and social justice. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required at https://events.rochester.edu/event/mlk-commemorative-address2025. Those who were registered for the original date must re-register.
•Penfield Symphony Orchestra will present a concert, “Nordic Landscapes,” featuring music from Scandinavian composers, on February 10, 7:30 p.m., at the Penfield High School Auditorium, 25 High School Drive, Penfield. Tickets are $15 for adults, $1 for students of any age with ID, and can be purchased online at www.penfieldsymphony. org, by phone at 585-872-0774, and at the door on the night of the concert. Group rates are available for parties of six or more.
•Free meal offered at the Gathering Table on Sunday, February 16, noon to 1 p.m., at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street. The menu includes pasta and meatballs, salad, bread, jello, desserts and beverage. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy this delicious hot meal.
•The Hilton Jazz Department and Music Boosters are proud to present the 21st Annual Hilton Evening of Jazz on Friday, February 7, starting at 7 p.m. in the HS Auditorium. This year’s guest artists include Grammy-winning bassist Victor Wooten, Bob Franceschini on saxophone, and Grammy-nominated drummer, Tommy Igoe. Tickets cost $25 and are on sale now by going to www. cur8.com.
•Free outdoor, cultural, accessible and educational adventures to do near the Erie Canal are offered year round. Several opportunities in Brockport and Ogden. Find out more and make reservations at www.onthecanals.com.
•Spencerport High School presents An Evening of Jazz with special guest The Mambo Kings on Saturday, February 8, in the West Café. Doors open at 6 p.m. Includes performances from Cosgrove Jazz Ensemble, Spencerport HS Friday Jazz, Fairport HS Jazz Ensemble, Brockport Big Band, and Spencerport HS Jazz Ensemble. Tickets are $13 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, and include admission, live music, coffee, and cheesecake. For tickets, email lhebbard@spencerportschools.org or call 349-5217.
Fundraisers
•All-you-can-eat
•Blind Date Fundraiser at Mainly Books, 24 Main Street, Hilton. Choose a specially wrapped book or other media at a discounted price anytime in February. The item includes a coupon good for $3 off your next purchase. Proceeds support the Parma Public Library. Donations always welcome. Check Facebook for store hours.
•Hearts for Heroes, an event honoring our community’s brave heroes, will be held February 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4156 Buffalo Road, Chili. Event features: ROC City Guardians Pipes and Drums (11:30 to 11:45 a.m.), face painting for kids, pose with a hero photo booth, goodie bags for kids and adults (while supplies last), card making station, pizza, cupcakes, and raffles with products from local businesses. This is a free event to benefit the Veterans Outreach Center.
•Soup-to-go sale with car-side service on Wednesday, February 12, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., at Adams Basin United Methodist Church, corner of Canal Road and Washington Street. Varieties are Italian Wedding, Turkey Chili, Asian Chicken Noodle, and Lasagna with Sausage. Cost is $7 per pint, $12 per quart, and includes Italian bread. Preorders requested by Monday, February 10; call Debbi at 469-2197.
•Dreams from Drake’s 10th annual Winter Gala, Scattered Branches, will be held Saturday, March 1, 6 p.m., at Ridgemont Country Club in Greece. In addition to supporting the organization’s mission, the evening features live music from Uptown Groove, dinner, signature cocktails, an open bar, and desserts. Dreams from Drake provides essential support for children and teens coping with grief from the loss of a sibling or parent. Visit https://dreamsfromdrake.org/events/2025-winter-gala/ for event information and to purchase tickets.
•The Open Door Mission is holding its fourth annual Hope Lives Breakfast on Thursday, March 27, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., at Golisano Community Engagement Center, 2280 Westside Drive, Rochester. Open Door Mission’s CEO, Anna Valeria, will discuss the state of homelessness in Rochester, Open Door Mission’s plans for the future and its ongoing Gratitude Campaign. Tickets are $100 each and can be reserved at https://opendoormission.com/ hope-lives-breakfast.
Government Meetings
•Brockport: Village Board – February 3, 7 p.m. at 127 Main Street. The Village Board has called a special meeting on Thursday, February 13, 6:30 p.m., at the Market Street Firehouse. Open to the public.
•Chili: Conservation Board – February 3, 7 p.m., at Town Hall Main Meeting Room; Traffic & Safety – February 6, 7 p.m., at 200 Beaver Road, New Highway Garage.
•Churchville: Planning Board – February 5, 7 p.m.
•Clarkson: Historic Preservation – February 3, 6:45 p.m.; Planning Board – February 4, 7 p.m.; Zoning Board – February 5, 7 p.m.
•Hamlin: Planning Board – February 3, 7 p.m., at the Town Hall.
•Ogden: Conservation Board – February 4, 7 p.m.; Zoning Board – February 6, 7 p.m., at 269 Ogden Center Road.
•Parma: Planning Board – February 3, 7 p.m., at 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Road.
•Riga: Zoning Board of Appeals – February 6, 7 p.m.
•Spencerport: Board of Trustees – February 5, 7 p.m.
Health/Help
•The Food Cupboard at First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Avenue, is open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 15 (and the third Saturday of each month). Grocery Bags of food donated to those in need – currently serving over 90 families. Anyone interested in being a Food Cupboard Helper (packing bags, handing out food, etc), making monetary donations, and/or donating peanut butter, cereal, or crackers to this cause, may contact the church at 585-889-9896.
Historical
•Historical Horizons Lecture Series offered the first Wednesday of every month during the semester. These talks on a variety of topics of historical interest are open to the public and will be held at 7 p.m. in T102 on GCC’s Batavia Campus. They will also be available to join via Zoom. All talks will be followed by a Q&A session with the speakers. On February 5, Historic Chronicles of Genesee County by Michael Eula, Genesee County Historian.
ship in the community. Many enjoyed notoriety far beyond Rochester, and some profoundly altered the way women were perceived, physically and professionally. Too many of these notable women and their contributions have become virtually “unsung.”
Library Programs
•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/ Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Preschool storytime with Mrs. Carlson is Mondays at 10:30 a.m.; join to read, talk, sing and play with friends. Take Your Child to the Library Program is Saturday, February 1, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and features a library scavenger hunt and crafts inspired by books by Jory John. Lego Club for all ages is Thursday, February 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. Fiber Friends program is Monday, February 10, from 3 to 5 p.m. It is open to anyone with an interest in knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving or felting. Bring your own projects or help others. A representative from Assemblyman Steve Hawley’s office will be at the library on Wednesday, February 12, from noon to 2 p.m. The Siberian Husky Club of the Niagara Frontier will be doing a presentation on sled dog racing on Wednesday, February 19, at 2 p.m. in the town hall gymnasium. Register for programs online through the library calendar at https://calendar.libraryweb.org/calendar/Hamlin. For more information, call 964-2320 or visit the library’s website or Facebook page.
•Newman Riga Library, 1 South Main Street, Churchville, is open Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesdays/Thursdays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Upcoming events include: Preschool Storytime with Ms. Jenna starts February 6 at 10:30 a.m. and continues every Thursday in February and March. Children aged 35 with a caregiver are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun. Adult Coloring Group with Brenda is back on February 11, 6 to 7:30 p.m. (see online calendar for more dates). Take time out from your daily routine and let your creative side shine. Supplies provided or bring your own. For more information, call 293-2009, go to newmanrigalibrary. org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.
•The Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (every third Friday opening at 10 a.m.). The library will be closed February 17. Adult events: Author Visit: The Book of Quint – February 3 at 6 p.m.; Book Group: Night Watch – February 11 at 2 p.m., Talk & Performance: The Fisk Jubilee Singers – February 28 at 2 p.m. Call 585-617-6181 to register. Find Kids & Teen events at ogdenfarmerslibrary.org.
•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Enchanted Pages Book Club (new) – Monday, February 10, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., for adults who love fantastical realms, myth, magic, romance and more. Mistresses of Monarchs: The Power Behind the Throne – Wednesday, February 12, 2 to 3:30 p.m., for adults, please register. Melinda Wallington presents on the women who held incredible power at the royal courts of England and France, along with some games and prizes. Teen/Tween Craft Club: Valentine’s Day Gnomes – Thursday, February 13, 6 to 7 p.m., for grades 6 and up, please register. Make a Valentine’s Day gnome with rice, socks and fuzz. Crafternoon – Friday, February 14, 2 to 3 p.m., registration required. Celebrate love by creating tile magnets paying homage to your favorite people (or places or things). For information, call 392-8350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.
•The Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, runs programs for patrons of all ages. For the complete schedule and additional information, visit seymourlibraryweb.org or call 637-1050. Some programs require advance registration.
Meeting
•Brockport Fire District meets February 3, 6:30 p.m., at Station #3, 191 West Avenue, Brockport.
•The Hamlin Lions Club meets every first and third Tuesday, 6 p.m., at the Farmers Table, 1700 Lake Road, Hamlin. Call President Lion Randy Paap at 585-370-4420 to find out how you can get involved.
•Hamlin Democratic Committee meets the first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Hamlin Town Hall.
•Spencerport Fire District meets February 6, 7 p.m., at Fire Station #1, 175 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport. Open to the public.
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Breakfast on Sunday, February 9, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Ferris-Goodridge American Legion Post, 691 Trimmer Road, Spencerport. Cost is $12 per person, $5 for children 10 and under.
•Parma Hilton Historical Society (PHHS) offers monthly presentations and guest speakers covering a range of topics related to local history or of general interest. They are held on the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Ingham Room at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, and are free and open to the public. On February 10, Matt Rogers will speak about “The Lost Borough.”
•Greece Historical Society is hosting the program “She, Unsung” on February 11, 7 p.m., at the Greece CSD Transportation Building, 1790 Latta Road. The programs features Chandra McKenzie and Anne Coon telling stories about a unique set of women who made a commitment to others and produced a lasting legacy of influence and leader-
•Greece Regional Chamber of Commerce is holding a networking event on Friday, February 7, 9 a.m., at Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester Greece, 400 Bellwood Drive, Rochester (next to BJ’s). Free for Chamber members. Register at https://public. greecechamber.org/events, call 585-227-7272, or email Info@GreeceChamber.org. Complimentary coffee and breakfast treats will be served. Bring business cards to distribute.
School Boards
•Brockport Central School Board of Education meets Tuesday, February 4, 6 p.m., in the District Office Board Room. Updated information at www. bcs1.org.
Spencerport Stars and Stripes
Spencerport Stars and Stripes is a program offered by Spencerport Rotary Club. On four patriotic holidays – Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day – a club member will place a three-foot by five-foot U.S. flag on an eight-foot wooden pole in the yard of a subscriber’s home or business within the Spencerport school district. They will remove the flag a few days later. All products are of the highest quality and made in the USA.
The Rotary’s goal is to place 50 flags each holiday. Subscriptions are $75 and can be purchased online at www.SpencerportStarsandStripes.org. Those with questions my contact Colleen Farley at 489-0333 or colleen1031@yahoo.com. Provided information
Hamlin,
Winter Watercolor at Hamlin Beach State Park was held Saturday, January 25, by the New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. This young man from Hamlin chose to paint a native bird for his watercolor painting, and then had to check out Lake Ontario before going home. Email genesee.education@parks.ny.gov to subscribe to the Genesee Naturalist quarterly newsletter for program information. Photo by Karen Fien.
Notice of Formation
ORLEANS COUNTY NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Notice is hereby given that the Planning Board will hold their meeting at the Clarkson Town Hall at 3710 Lake Road, Clarkson, New York 14430, on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025, at 7:00pm to consider the following Application.
Applicant requesting site plan approval of a warehouse and office space.
All interested parties will be given the opportunity to be heard. Application is on file in the Town Clerks Office.
Maps and information are available at the Town Hall’s Building Department for viewing.
By order of the Planning Board of the Town of Clarkson.
Dated 1/22/2025
Building Department
Notice of Formation of Kernan Consulting, LLC. Art of Org filed with Sec of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/22/2025. Office location: Orleans Co. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Rachel Kernan: 16856 Roosevelt Hwy., Kendall, NY 14476. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
Legal Notice of Public Hearing Town of Sweden
Excavation Permit Renewal
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Sweden will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:15 PM at the Town Hall, 18 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420, for the purpose of reviewing the application from Iroquois Rock Products, Inc. to renew their Excavation Permit in the Town of Sweden.
The complete application, maps, and copies of current permits are on file and available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Office of the Town Clerk.
BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
TOWN
Karen M. Sweeting, Town Clerk
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Solutions of Hamlin, Inc . They shared insights on Life Solutions and discussed their presented Linda and Mark with a gift to support Life Solutions’ ongoing efforts in delivering valuable services to the Hamlin community. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/LifeSolutionsHamlin.
What remains to be done on Brockport’s Main Street bridge
The Village of Brockport offered the following update on the major tasks that need to be completed on the Main Street bridge before it can open.
•Millwrights and steel workers – all attention now focused on the Brockport bridge since the Albion bridge has opened to traffic
•Lifting posts south side in place, north side erecting underway
•Counterweights (giant metal box filled with metal ballast plates)
– north side is complete; on the south side several ballast plates have to be trimmed 3/8-inch. The counter weight boxes are in place in the north and south pits.
•Bridge deck grating, open steel panels to be secured with 1/4-inch gap between panels
•Bridge sidewalk decking and ornamental railings to be installed.
Bridge sidewalk grating will be fiberglass, non-slip surface, ADA compliant.
•Stair towers need to be reassembled; ladders into the pits need to be installed on the concrete walls.
•Control tower – finish roof and inside, assemble and install operations equipment
•Complete conduit runs and wiring to the pits, install access ladders to pits on concrete pit walls, install aluminum pit access doors.
•Install wire rope operating cables
around sheaves, and up through lifting posts.
•Navigation lights to be mounted on both sides of bridge
•Concrete work to be completed: the pedestals on which the bridge rests, a concrete poured cap/slab over the pits once everything in the pits is assembled; the village sidewalk on the south side of the bridge.
•Pave south parking lot and stripe parking spots.
•Fine tuning – place and secure “balance blocks” on top of the counterweight boxes as part of the final balancing of the bridge. This will be just before the final testing of the bridge.
•Installation of overhead Traffic Signals in conjunction with crossing gate arms, to stop vehicle traffic when bridge is to be raised for vessels operating on the canal
•Two to three weeks of operational testing (lifting and lowering bridge, operating controls, etc.) before the bridge can open.
•Massive end of project paint touchup on the bridge, including painting every nut and bolt.
•Final finishing touches, mounting of historical plaque back onto upper truss of bridge, indicating the original date of manufacture and 1915 build date.
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Holley Elementary School’s Multi-Cultural Club hosted their first Cocoa, Coffee and Coat Drive where they collected over 75 coat donations to have available for free for those in need
@HolleyCSD on X.
LegaL NoticeS
Legal Notice Town of Sweden Joint Meeting Notice
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Brockport Fire District Commissioners and Brockport Fire District Chiefs have invited the Sweden Town Board to attend a joint meeting, along with the Town of Clarkson and Village of Brockport, on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. at Station 1, 38 Market Street, Brockport, New York to discuss the current ambulance coverage and the increasing EMS calls the district responds to.
By Order of the Sweden Town Board
Karen M. Sweeting, Town Clerk
Legal Notice
Kendall Central School District
INVITATION TO BIDDERS
BID OPENING
Sealed Proposals for the following project
KENDALL CENTRAL SCHOOLS
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 2023
will be received at the Elementary School Auditorium located at 1932 Kendall Road Kendall, NY 14476 on February 25, 2025 until 4pm at which place and hour they will be publicly read.
Bids must be made in writing on the forms furnished. Bids can be mailed to:
Mr. Nicholas Picardo, Superintendent Kendall Central Schools 1932 Kendall Road Kendall, NY 14476
Identifying Bid Enclosed on Outside of Envelope Bid #2425-001
CONTRACT TYPE
This project will proceed under five (5) Lump Sum Prime Contracts including: Contract # 201 – Site Work Contract # 202 – General Trades / General Construction Work Contract # 203 – Mechanical (HVAC) Contract # 204
Contract # 205 – Electrical
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
District wide renovations for the Kendall Central Schools included in the project are the Elementary School, Middle/ High School, Transportation Building, and Building and Grounds.
CONTRACT TIME
The date of commencement of the Work shall be within five (5) calendar days of the date of Notice to Proceed.
NOTE: Construction to start Spring 2025. Coordinate schedule with Owner/CM.
The Contractor shall achieve Substantial Completion of the entire Work, refer to project schedule for Substantial Completion dates (Specification 010150 - Project Schedule).
PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
Owner: KENDALL CENTRAL SCHOOLS
1932 Kendall Road Kendall, NY 14476
Architect/Engineer: Kevin Rademacher
LaBella Associates, D.P.C.
300 State Street Rochester, New York 14614
Construction Manager: Jared Miller
CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT GROUP
1221 Pittsford-Victor Road Pittsford, New York 14534
Bid documents containing submittal requirements and forms may be obtained at Rotolite-Elliot Corporation, One Grove Street, Suite 123, Pittsford, New York 14534, upon receipt of a bid deposit of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) for each set of documents requested. Checks shall be made payable to Kendall Central Schools. Plans and Specifications will be available on January 28, 2025
Bid documents, if requested, will be mailed to Bidders upon receipt of deposit and reimbursement for the cost of mailing. Mailing fee for one set is $50.00 for UPS delivery. Check shall be payable to Rotolite-Elliot Corporation. Phone number 585-385-1463.
Bid documents may also be examined at the following locations:
F.W. Dodge Reports
Web Sites: dodgeprojects.construction.com www.construction.com
Phone: 1-800-393-6346
Phone: 1-877-784-9556
Rochester Builders Exchange
180 Linden Ave., Suite 100 Rochester, N.Y. 14625
Phone: 1-585-586-5460
LaBella Associates D.P.C.
300 State Street, Suite 201 Rochester, New York 14614
Plan Holders List will ONLY be available at the Dodge Reports and Builders Exchange of Rochester. Subcontractors interested in obtaining Plan Holders List shall contact the Dodge Reports directly (phone number above).
PRE-BID MEETING
A Pre-bid meeting and site visit will be held on February 12, 2025 at 3:00pm starting at the Kendall Junior/ Senior High School, located at 16887 Roosevelt Hwy. Kendall, NY 14476. All Bidders are urged to attend so that their Bid is not rejected due to lack of adequate documentation. Any statements made at the prebid meeting do not constitute changes in the Contract Documents.
REJECTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS
The OWNER hereby reserves the right to waive any informality and reject any or all bids or to accept the one that, in its judgment, will be in the best interest of the OWNER.
BID SECURITY
A Bid Security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the Bid must accompany the bid in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders.
NONCOLLUSIVE BIDDING CERTIFICATE
A non-collusive bidding certificate shall be included on each bid.
PREVAILING WAGE RATES
This is a prevailing wage rate job.
RETURN OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
Any Bidder, upon returning the Bidding Documents in good condition within thirty (30) days after date set for Bid opening will be refunded their deposit and any NonBidder so returning such set will be refunded fifty percent (50%) of his deposit.
$5.00Benefit for the Foundation of the Seymour Library
Seymour Library 161 East Ave., Brockport, NY 585-637-1050 www.seymourlibraryweb.org
The Town of Clarkson Water Improvement Benefit Area No. 1 February 1, 2025
The Town’s engineers, MRB Group, provided the following update:
•As of January 17th, the Contractor has installed approximately 31,000 linear feet of water main along portions of Drake Road, Redman Road, and Monroe Orleans County Line Road.
•The schedule below outlines the remainder of the watermain installation for the project.
•Restoration of the areas disturbed during construction will occur after the attached schedule as the weather allows and should be completed by the end of May 2025.
•Eligible residents within the water district who have not signed up and would like to, are encouraged to call Monroe County Water Authority as soon as possible. Contact Virginia Smith, New Services, 442-2001, Ext. 229 or email: Virginia.Smith@mcwa.com.
•Feel free to contact Scott Mattison, Project Engineer, 585-340-3661 with any questions.
Pilon Construction Co., Inc., 13205 Route 31 Albion, NY 14411
County Line Road 01/06/2025-01/22/2025
Redman Road 01/23/2025-02/03/2025
West Ave./Old State Rte. 3102/04/2025-02/20/2025
Lawton Road 02/21/2025-03/05/2025
Ireland Road 03/06/2025-03/18/2025
Sweden Walker Road 03/19/2025-03/28/2025
Horizontal Drilling 02/03/2025-03/28/2025
in the community. Leftover coats were donated to the Eastern Orleans Community Center in Holley. Photo from
Grants
support tourism amenities and events along NY Canals for 200th Anniversary
Clarkson, Holley and Brockport among the local recipients
The NYS Canal Corporation and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor have announced that 45 non-profit organizations and municipalities will receive 2025 NYS Canal System Tourism Infrastructure and Event Grants totaling $255,000. The grants will support eleven tourism infrastructure and amenity improvements and 36 events along canal waterways and the Canalway Trail.
Grants range from $500 to $24,000 and will leverage an estimated $979,087 in additional support. Now in its fourth year, this grants program has invested a total of $900,650 in amenity improvements and events to date.
New York State Canal Corporation Director Brian U. Stratton said, “After 200 years of continuous operation, the Canalway wouldn’t be what it is without the communities and organizations along its 500plus miles. This program offers us an opportunity to give back by supporting public events and needed infrastructure improvements that together make the Canal corridor an even more exciting place to live in and visit.”
Events ranging from large festivals to community celebrations and tours promise to contribute to a lively calendar of bicentennial commemorations. Infrastructure and amenity grants will fund public park improvements, kayak rental kiosks, educational exhibits, and signage that will enhance the visitor experience for years to come.
Bob Radliff, Executive Director of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, said: “We are thrilled to support so many municipalities and community organizations working to improve the NYS Canal System for visitors and residents. Events generate millions of dollars annually in economic impact for canal communities.”
Local tourism infrastructure and amenity grant recipients are:
•Town of Clarkson – Sans Souci Park Improvements: Replace portions of the boat launch with a new ADAaccessible boat dock and install bike racks and a universally accessible park playground.
•Village of Holley – Recreational Canal Improvement Project: Install a kayak launch, new decking, and stairs, providing visitors with better access to launching areas and rest points.
•Genesee Waterways Center, Rochester – Paddling Expansion Initiative: Kayak Kiosk: Launch a kayak rental program and improve wayfinding signage at water access points to enhance convenience, accessibility, and safety for waterway users.
Local event grant recipients are:
•The Erie Canal Family Concert
June 23, Lee-Whedon Memorial Library, Medina Discover a treasure trove of songs and stories that washed ashore with the travelers of “Clinton’s Ditch.” Designed to entertain and engage, this concert features a variety of stringed and other musical instruments from canal days.
•Brockport’s Erie Canal Bicentennial Celebration with the RPO
July 8, SUNY Brockport SERC
Head to the Village of Brockport to hear the iconic Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra perform folk music celebrating the village’s unique sense of place and rich canal heritage. Presented by the Village of Brockport (brockportny.org)
•Roc River Ride
September 13, Genesee Waterways Center
Presented by Rotary Club of Rochester – Southwest Explore Rochester’s history and culture on a guided bicycle ride along the scenic Erie Canalway and Genesee Riverway Trails. Choose from three, seven,
or 10-mile options with stops along the way for cultural presentations. All routes are accessible to wheelchairs. Riders ages 8 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult. (portal.clubrunner. ca/14431/Page/ShowHomePage)
•Erie Canal Bicentennial
Building Bricks Event
September 20 and 21, Sacred Heart Club, Medina Create canal-themed boats, bridges, and landmarks using LEGO bricks, while competing for awards based on age and creativity. Open to all ages and abilities. Presented by Village of Medina Tourism Committee (orleanscountytourism.com)
Sports & Recreation
North Chili’s Ben Hinds makes Section V history with state meet qualification in every event
Ben Hinds, a standout swimmer from North Chili and a junior at McQuaid Jesuit, has officially made Section V history. During a meet at Penfield High School on January 23, Ben secured his final state qualification in the 500-yard freestyle, making him the first junior – or younger – in Section V history to qualify for every individual event at the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Meet.
Ben delivered an incredible performance, completing the 500-yard freestyle in 4:48.42, besting his USA Swimming time from the weekend by another two seconds. His time is more than four seconds faster than the state qualifying standard, showcasing his exceptional talent and competitive drive. This
Ben Hinds swimming event.
plishments, Ben trains year-round with the Webster BlueFins USA Swimming team, where he has developed the endurance, discipline, and skills that have propelled him to the top of his sport. He has already qualified in every other individual event and participated in all three relay teams. His 400 Freestyle Relay team is currently ranked first in
The McQuaid team continues to build momentum heading into Sectionals and looks to defend their Section V Class B Championship title from Provided information and photo
•Erie Canal Arts & Craft Festival
September 26–28, Medina, Albion & Holley
Enjoy this vibrant celebration of heritage, creativity, and community spirit along the canal in Medina, Albion, and Holley. Featuring over 400 artisan vendors, a Theatre & Car Showcase, headline concert with The Voice’s Ddendyl Hoyt, and festive boat parade. Presented by Genesee-Orleans Regional Arts Council (goart.org)
See the full calendar of canal events at http://eriecanalway.org/events. Provided information
Ben Hinds
Churchville-Chili’s football team was recently presented with the Section V Class A Sportsmanship award. This award is chosen and issued by the Rochester Football Officials Association. Photo from @CCCSDathletics on X.
Hilton defeated Brighton 98-85 in boys swim and dive on January 23 to earn their third consecutive Monroe County Public School Athletic Conference division championship. Photo from @HiltonCadets on X.
Will Hawken took down one of the Brockport boys indoor track & field program’s oldest records. Will’s time of 7.66 in the 55m hurdles broke the previous school record of 7.67 set in 2000 by John Bonczyk. Photo from @BrockportTrack on X.
Churchville-Chili track & field alum Anna Kostarellis, competing for Asics, completed her first half marathon January 19 in Houston. She finished in the Top 20 American women, averaging 5:25 per mile for 13+ miles. Photo from @CCCSDxc on X.
The Watkins Glen Waterfront Festival & Cardboard Boat Regatta also received an events grant. Photo by Molly Batrowny.
Microplastics are present in all five of the Great Lakes, but there is no coordinated, basinwide effort to monitor and report on the status of plastic pollution. In a new report, the International Joint Commission (IJC)’s Great Lakes Science Advisory Board proposes regional coordination to systematically measure Great Lakes microplastics.
The board is hosting a one-hour public webinar on the report’s findings at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12. Experts from the work group will summarize the report and answer audience questions. Advanced
registration is required for this free public webinar via bit.ly/SAB-MICRO.
The report summarizes current research on microplastics and impacts on the Great Lakes ecosystem. The board recommends that microplastics be adopted as an indicator of ecosystem health and designated as a ‘Chemical of Mutual Concern’ under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement.
“Plastic is a part of modern life and pervasive throughout the Great Lakes ecosystem,” said Rebecca Rooney, Canadian co-chair of the Science Advisory Board’s Research Co-
ordination Committee. “Yet, the monitoring and reporting on microplastics is largely project-based. The board offers actionable tools to help the Canadian and US governments take a common and routine approach to monitoring microplastics,” added Rooney, also an associate professor of biology at the University of Waterloo in Ontario.
The report suggests specific frameworks for standardized sampling methods and riskbased management.
“Adopting microplastics as an indicator of ecological health would improve our under-
standing of their prevalence and environmental impacts,” said Karen Kidd, member of the board’s Science Priority Committee.
“The frameworks proposed in this report could be leveraged for systematic and coordinated monitoring, assessment and management,” said Kidd, also professor and Jarislowsky Chair of Environment and Health at McMaster University in Ontario.
Download an infographic summarizing the report findings at https://ijc.org/sites/default/ files/SAB_MicroplasticsReport_Infographic. pdf. Provided information
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Riga Cemetery
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Town of Riga
Dear Property Owner,
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 276 of the Town Law that a Public Hearing will be held by the Riga Planning Board on Monday, February 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM, Town Hall, 6460 E. Buffalo Road, Churchville, New York, at which time all interested persons will be heard with regard to the following applications:
TO: THE LAST KNOWN OWNER OR OWNERS OF THE FOLLOWING BURIAL LOTS LOCATED IN THE RIGA CEMETERY, town of Riga, in Monroe County, New York, and all persons having or claiming to have an interest in said burial lots. The names of the interred on the following dangerous monuments are all located in the original North Section of the Riga Cemetery:
Thomas Gay, Lot 17-2
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Ella L Adams, Lot 22-1
John Row, Lot 19-1
James E Little, Lot 54-1
George M Smith Jr, Lot 116-1
Wilhelmina Widener, Lot 123-7
Daniel G Bingham, Lot 44-3
James Knowles, Lot 46-1
Alfred Fitch, Lot 41-1
Della Sands Griffin, Lot 182-1
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: That (1) the monuments or markers are so badly out of repair or dilapidated as to create a dangerous condition, (2) the persons to whom this notice is addressed must repair or remove said monuments or markers after the third publication of this notice or by April 5, 2025 and, (3) if the persons to whom this notice is addressed fail to repair or remove said monuments or markers after April 5, 2025, the Riga Cemetery Association may remove or repair said monuments without further notice to the persons to whom this notice is addressed.
If you have questions they can be directed to John Loser, President, Riga Cemetery Association at 585-538-2951 prior to April 5, 2025.
Legal Notice Town of Ogden Ogden Planning Board
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to
Section 276 of the Town Law of the State of New York, that a public hearing will be held by the Ogden Planning Board at the Town Hall, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, New York on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM upon the following applications which are on file with the Building Department.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Preliminary application by Hayyan Altawel of 2345 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14606 for a change of lot line to develop the site known as 47 Turner Drive, Spencerport, NY 14559 to construct (2) warehouses with public water and public sewer in a Light Industrial District. (LI) Tax acct # 087.04-1-15.6
Interested parties may obtain further information by calling 585-617-6195 or by inspecting the project file in the Ogden Building Department during normal business hours.
Respectfully Submitted, Sue Duggan Planning Board Secretary
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Spencerport Fire District
Notice to Bidders
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids are sought and requested by the Spencerport Fire District for one (1) 2010 Ford F250 Pick Up Truck with 23,xxx miles. Minimum bid is $25,000.00.
Sealed bids can be mailed to the Spencerport Fire District, P.O. Box 359, 175 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport, NY, 14559, Attn: Administrator. Sealed bids can also be hand delivered to Station #1, 175 Lyell Avenue, Spencerport. All Bids must be received by February 11, 2025 by 3:30 PM and will be opened at 4:00 PM.
REJECTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS: The Spencerport Fire District hereby reserves the right to waive any informality and reject any or all bids or to accept the one that, in its judgment, will be in the best interest of the District.
If successful bidder is not a first responder agency, all emergency lighting will be removed prior to the sale.
Pictures and further information may be found at www.spencerportfire.org.
By order of the Spencerport Fire District, Monroe County, New York.
Jackie Sullivan, Secretary Spencerport Fire District
1. APPLICATION made by Rodney Stetler, 61 Sableridge Ct, Spencerport, NY 14559 for Subdivision Approval. The applicant proposes a five-lot subdivision of a 150.4 +/- acre parcel located at 256 Johnson Rd near Sheridan Rd, Bergen, NY 14614. There is no proposed development. The property is zoned Rural/Agricultural. Tax Account No. 155.03-1-1.11
Copies of the above-referenced subdivision maps may be seen at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Dated: January 16, 2024
Trish Minni
Secretary – Town of Riga Planning Board
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Village of Hilton Zoning Board of Appeals
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 6:30p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street to consider the following applications:
•Application of Sylvia Kulwicki, for the property located at 6 Strussenberg Drive for a Special Permit to retain a Fourth (4th) Dog on her premises. Per Section 275-10F(2)-Dogs--A Property owner or resident may apply for a Special permit to retain more than three dogs on his/her premises. This property is zoned Residential.
All interested parties will be heard at this time.
Dated: January 21, 2025
Mark Mazzucco Code Enforcement Officer
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Village of Hilton Zoning Board of Appeals
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 6:30p.m. in the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street to consider the following applications:
•Application of Lisa Rice, property owner of 17 Fraser Drive, for an Area Variance to allow the property owner to house or keep chickens (Poultry) on the Residential lot. Section 275-9 (A) states--Except as otherwise expressly provided in this chapter, no animals, fowl, or poultry shall be housed or kept on any lot other than customary household pets. This property is zoned Residential.
All interested parties will be heard at this time.
Dated: January 21, 2025
Mark Mazzucco Code Enforcement Officer
Legal Notice
Village of Spencerport
Appeal of Christopher & Ashley Somers 131 Maplewood Avenue, Spencerport, NY 14559 by Schultz Associates for approval of a single lot site plan to construct a single-family dwelling at 87 Prospect Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 in an R-1 Residential District.
Tax Acct # 087.17-1-78
Appeal of Francis J. Maier, Jr. for a special use permit to renovate an existing two-family dwelling into a three-family dwelling at property known as 51 Mill Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 whereas in R-2 Districts only, remodeling or construction of any of the dwellings shall be permitted when a special use permit is obtained from the Zoning Board of Appeals, pursuant to Chapter 340-9(G) in an R-2 Residential District.
Additionally requesting an area variance for lot coverage of 6,122 sq ft per dwelling unit whereas three family dwellings require 6,500 sq ft per dwelling unit pursuant to pursuant to Chapter 340-16(2)(a) in an R-2 Residential District. Tax Acct #087.09-5-12
John Dole, Chairman Zoning Board of Appeals January 29, 2025
Brockport’s Winter Serenades kick off with first concert February 2
Brockport’s 2025 Winter Serenades music series begins on Sunday, February 2, at 3 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Main and State Streets. There is no charge and tickets are not required, thanks to the generosity of many local music lovers. Audiences are invited to attend a “Meet the Artists” reception afterward in the social hall.
The February 2 opening performance features two violinists from the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, Jeanelle Thompson and Angelina Phillips. The afternoon promises to be both entertaining and informative. Angelina holds the position of Associate Concertmaster in the RPO. In addition to performing, she enjoys fiddling, attending concerts, and trying new foods in the Rochester area. Jeanelle, the Principal Second Violinist, made her solo debut with the Phoenix Symphony at the age of 16.
A diverse program of music spanning centuries and genres will include something for everyone. They say that “the versatility and brilliance of the violin will be on display through a
wide variety of repertoire, from classical and opera arrangements to bluegrass and everything in between, including some surprises.”
The second Winter Serenades event, February 16, marks the return of Michael Lasser, the popular author and award winning Fascinatin’ Rhythm radio host. Alan Jones and Connie Fredericks-Malone sing the music that he talks about from the Great American Songbook. Singing along will be tempting but not encouraged. It’s rumored that this may be Lasser’s last public performance – fans shouldn’t miss it. Appropriate for all ages, the Serenades will also be available for home viewing during the performances and later. See www.stlukesbrockport.org for a streaming link.
For more information, contact the Village of Brockport at www.brockportny.org or call 637-5300. Sign up on the Get Notifications link for up-to-date announcements. March 30 is being held as a possible “reschedule” date in case of weathernecessitated cancellations. Provided information and photos
Area Worship Services
CHRISTIAN CENTER CHURCH
20 King Street in the village of Brockport. Join us Sunday mornings at 10am followed by coffee and refreshments. We were not created to do life by ourselves. Our Life Groups are a place where we get together to learn from and encourage one another. Life Groups meet at various locations throughout the week. Visit our website, www.ChristianCenter.Church for times and locations. Church office: 585.532.6200, email info@ChristianCenter.Church. Rev. Rick Walton, Senior Pastor
ComETo LIfE BIBLE CHURCH
Our Services are on Saturday evenings at 6:30pm at Cornerstone Bible Chapel, 3231 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624. Website: https://cometolifebible.church/ Phone Number: (Call or Text) 315-690-8708
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ELmGRoVE UNITED mETHoDIST CHURCH
We are located at 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester 14606 in Gates. Phone: 585-247-4973. Building is handicapped accessible. Time of Worship: 10:45AM - led by Rev. Ann Brown. Website: ElmgroveUMC.org. You can join us remotely by clicking on the link to the Pastor’s page (you do not need a Facebook account to view posts). Email: ElmgroveUMC@yahoo. com. Community Outreach and Ministry Opportunities include: Little Free Library, SWEM, Aurora House, RAIHN, Prayer ministries, etc. We have a long history in the Gates community and we are looking forward to a bright future that includes you! Please come and join us on Sunday!
fIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH of CHILI
Our little white church on the hill, 3600 Chili Avenue, continues to spread God’s love, as Pastor Brandi and our Church Family extend a warm welcome to all. We’d love to have you join us for worship, Sundays, 10 am, a family friendly service, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording (URL) https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/. We offer a wide variety of music genres: bells, choir, classical and praise team; Youth group (grades 5-12); Sunday Bible Study at 9 am; Food Cupboard distribution on the third Saturday each month; yearly mission trip opportunities for youth and adults; Labyrinth Trail located at 3551 Chili Avenue; and various small group studies through the year. In need of prayer or counsel, call or email the church office: 585-889-9896 or fpc3600@gmail.com. Handicapped accessible. Website: chili-presbyterian.org.
HILToN BAPTIST CHURCH
50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, (585) 392-7990, Email hbchurch50@gmail.com, Pastor Dan Brown. Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We offer In-person services and Live-Streaming on YouTube under “Hilton Baptist Church Live.” Visit our Website at hiltonbaptist.org for more information. We are a Congregation of the American Baptist Churches. Our Building is Handicap Accessible and we offer Hearing Assistance during the Worship service. Everyone is Welcome to join our Church family!
HILToN UNITED mETHoDIST CHURCH
Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by Following Christ; Connecting Generations; Transforming Communities. 21 West Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, (585) 392-8761. Rev. Jennifer Green, pastor. Website: www.humcny.org, E-mail: office@humcny.org. Worship Service is open in the HUMC Sanctuary. Service: 10am. Fellowship: 11am. Sunday Services are live-streamed at HUMCny.org. All are welcome. Please visit us in person. Handicap Accessible.
HoPE BRoCKPoRT
Are you seeking hope and wondering about faith or spiritual things? Then look no further than Hope Brockport! We warmly welcome you to our friendly community. Here, you will find love, support, and guidance as we navigate life together. You are invited to join us as we gather together every Sunday at 9:30 am, Hope Kids on Sundays at 9:30 am for children up to 5th grade, and Hope Youth on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm for 6th - 12th grade students. To connect, send questions to connect@sharethehope.org, call (585) 723-4673, or visit sharethehope.org to learn more. We are conveniently located at 6601 Fourth Section Road, Brockport, NY (Rt 31 - right across from Wegmans). We can’t wait to meet you!
JUBILEE CHRISTIAN CHURCH
Sunday services at 10 AM (English) and 1 PM (Spansih) at 3565 Lake Road North, Brockport, NY 14420. Nursery care available during service for ages 0-4. Children’s Church: 10 AM Sundays. Bible Study: 9 AM Sundays & 7 PM Wednesdays. Trailblazers Youth Group: 7 to 8:15 PM Wednesdays (Grades 6-12). Website: jubileechristianchurch.org. Phone: 585-637-8530. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Jubilee is a beacon of hope in our community; where we show compassion and make a difference (Jude 1:22). Jubilee is not just a place to BE, it’s a place to BEcome; a place where YOU matter.
Churches, to have your services listed or updated, please call 352-3411
moRToN BAPTIST CHURCH
1152 County Line Road, Hamlin, NY 14464. Church phone 585-659-8459, email mortonbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. Pastor: Steven M Worrall, email pastorsteve712@gmail.com, cell 585-354-9779. Sunday Worship 10:30am (can also be viewed on Facebook or YouTube). Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 4:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.
NATIVITY of THE BLESSED VIRGINmARYand ST. ELIzABETH ANN SEToN CATHoLIC PARISHES
Nativity – 152 Main Street, Brockport (585-637-4500)
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (SEAS) –3747 Brick Schoolhouse Road, Hamlin (585-964-8627)
Rev. Joseph Marcoux, pastor of both Parishes. Weekend Masses: Saturday 5PM at Nativity; Sunday 9AM at SEAS and 11AM at Nativity, 1:30PM Spanish Mass at Nativity. Daily Masses: 8AM at Nativity on Monday and Friday; 9AM at SEAS on Tuesday and Wednesday.
oGDEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Our purpose is: “To equip ourselves and others to be disciples of Christ as we seek God’s will for our church and beyond.” Sunday worship is at 10AM live in our sanctuary led by Pastor Whitney Scoville, as well as livestreamed on Zoom and Facebook Live. Bible Studies, Youth Group, Sunday School and outreach are available to all. Contact the church for more information and for links: ogdenpresbyterian@gmail.com; www.ogdenpresbyterian.org; 585-352-6802; 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport.
SPENCERPoRT ASSEmBLY of GoD
We are located at 3940 Canal Road in Spencerport. We offer a warm welcome to all. Come join us as we seek the LORD through worship, prayer and Bible study. Sunday School is 9:30 AM, Sunday Worship is at 1030 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service! Wednesday prayer meeting is 6:30 PM. Contact us at 585-352-5900. We are on Facebook; Email is SpencerportAG@gmail.com.
SPENCERPoRT BIBLE CHURCH
1948 North Union Street, Spencerport. We desire to know God, to make the gospel known to all, and to give God the glory. Our lead pastor, Domenic Danesi, and all of us who make SBC our home church warmly invite you to come for Sunday Bible Study at 9:30 am, Sunday Worship Service at 10:45 am, and Wednesday Bible Study at 7:00 pm. Our worship service is family integrated for all ages and our building is accessible for all abilities. We partner with Rescue & Revive Ministries for local and global mission work. Follow our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or website for live streaming our services or to watch previous services. Visit our websites for more info at spencerportbiblechurch.org and rescueandrevive.org. Call or text us at 585-352-1241.
SPENCERPoRT fIRST CoNGREGATIoNAL
UNITED CHURCH of CHRIST
Promoting the Christian way of life through service and stewardship to the community and the world. Look for the white steeple at 65 Church Street in downtown, Spencerport NY 14559. 585-352-3448. Rev. Michael Sloan. We provide worship, educational and mission opportunities. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee hour in Fellowship hall. Handicap accessible. Live music from our Praise Band playing contemporary Christian music. See website/Facebook for dates and details. Introducing our Pray-Ground, a welcoming area of play, in the Sanctuary, for our youngest worshipers designed so families can experience worship together while understanding that young children need to move. Don’t worry, our congregation welcomes the sounds of young people. Email: info@spencerportucc.org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.
SPENCERPoRT UNITED mETHoDIST CHURCH
At SUMC our doors are open to all! We support and encourage everyone in their faith journeys, guided by the desire to spread justice, mercy, and love in the world. If you are in need of prayer or just a listening ear, please call the church at 585-352-3114 or Pastor Jack directly at 585-815-5433. Prayer requests may also be submitted via email: sumc@rochester.rr.com or through our website: spencerportumc.org. Located at 30 Amity Street, we gather for worship on Sunday mornings at 10 AM. Children are welcome and Sunday School is provided during the service. Many outreach and fellowship opportunities are offered throughout the year. Check out our website (spencerportumc.org) for more information. We hope to see you soon!
ST. CHRISToPHER’S CHURCH
3350 Union Street, North Chili, Parish Office: 594-1400. We are a welcoming Catholic community with a focus on Faith in God and Service to His people. Join us for Mass any Saturday at 4:30PM, Sunday at 10:00AM or weekdays on Monday at 12:10 PM or Tuesday and Wednesday at 9:00AM. All are welcome in this place! We have a gifted Music Ministry including a Choir, Folk Group and Contemporary Group as well as a committed Faith Formation program for our youth. We offer many events throughout the year for our congregation and the surrounding community designed to deepen our faith and serve our brothers and sisters in the Rochester area. Check out our website at https://www.stchristophersnchili.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest updates.
ST. GEoRGE’SEPISCoPAL CHURCH
Follow Jesus, Build Community, Serve Others in Love. We welcome all to worship with us in warm fellowship in the Episcopal tradition of openness and caring. We are an ALL inclusive community with an open communion table. Please join us for Sunday worship at 10am. All services are both in-person and live-streamed online. We also offer a variety of Lenten and Advent programs, a Bible Study on Tuesdays, live music, Sunday School, semi-monthly Youth Group meetings and numerous other community building events. We are handicapped accessible. Follow us on Facebook, look for us on the web at www.stgeorgehilton.org, and join us for worship and fellowship at 635 Old Wilder Road, Hilton, NY (across from Kelly’s Apple Farm).
ST. JoHNLUTHERAN CHURCH
Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585964-2550. Sunday Services: 8:30 AM & 11 AM; 5th Sunday one service at 9:30 AM. Adult Bible Class & Sunday School at 9:45 AM (September – June). To view our services or devotions, go to stjohnhamlin.org. “To KNOW Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”
ST. JoHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH
St. John’s is a place to encounter Christ in the sacraments, in community and in the Scriptures through prayer, service, and fellowship. Join us for Holy Mass at 5pm Saturdays, or Sundays at 7:45am, 9:30am, and 11:15am. Daily Mass, Tuesdays, & Thursdays at 8am and Wednesdays & Fridays at 6:30pm. Mass 9am on 1st Saturdays with Adoration until 10:30am. Confession: Monday & Wednesdays 5:30-6pm and Saturdays 3:45-4:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration: Wednesdays 7-9pm (Benediction 8:45pm) and Thursdays 8am-6pm (Benediction at 5:45pm). Many great opportunities to learn about the Scriptures, Sacraments and Service for families and children of all ages. We are located at 55 Martha St., Spencerport, NY 14559. Visit our website at https://stjohnschurchspencerport. org/. E-mail sstjohnc@dor.org. Facebook at facebook.com/StJohnThe EvangelistSpencerport/. Our Pastor is Fr. Sriram Sadhanala.
ST. LEo’S CATHoLIC CHURCH
110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleohilton.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. Rev Robert Ring, Parochial Vicar, email at Fr.Bob.Ring@dor.org. Daily Mass is celebrated: Monday 5:30 PM; Tuesday-Thursday 8:30 AM; Friday Communion Service 8:30 AM. Every Wednesday: Eucharistic Adoration 9 AM to 8 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 2:30-3:30 PM; Rosary 3:30 PM; Mass 4 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible.
ST. mARY’S CHURCHST. mARK’S CHURCH 13 South Main Street, Holley16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org. Daily Mass: Tueday-Friday 8 AM at St. Mary’s (no Mass on Monday); St. Mary Vigil Mass 4 PM on Saturday; St. Mark Vigil Mass 5:30 PM on Saturday; Sunday Mass 10 AM at St. Mary’s.
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHooL 158 East Avenue, Hilton, NY 14468, 585-392-4000, www.stpaulhilton.org. Senior Pastor: Rev. Mark Ball – pastorball@stpaulhilton.org, office 585-3924000. Worship Services: Saturday at 5pm; Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. Bible Studies: Champions for Christ – Sunday at 9:45am; Adult Classes – Sunday at 9:45am; Ladies and Mens Bible Study – Thursdays at 10:30am. School: Meeting your child’s learning needs from age 2 through 8th grade. Call for a tour!
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH & PRE-SCHooL 191 Nichols Street (Rte. 31), Spencerport, NY 14559. Phone: 352-3143. Pastor Steve Shrum. Trinity’s Updated Worship Schedules starting Sunday, October 1st – Traditional service at 9:00AM; Adult Bible Study, Sunday School, & Confirmation at 10:00AM; Contemporary service at 11:00AM with Children’s Church. Both worship services will be live streamed on YouTube. Visit our new website at www.TrinitySpencerport.org. Email: trinitylutheran191@gmail.com. ‘We are a Christ-centered church here to assist and rejuvenate the community through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We are a people that will equip families to draw closer to the Lord.’
UNIoN CoNGREGATIoNAL
UNITED CHURCH of CHRIST
14 North Main Street, Churchville. A warm welcome awaits you at Union Church.Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 am, watch us live stream on Facebook, or find us on soundcloud.com/ ucc-churchville. No matter where you are on your journey, you are welcome here. We are an open and affirming church and invite all. Food distribution for local families in need on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 4-5 pm. Look for our special events advertised throughout the year, or on our signboard at the front of the church. Call 293-1665, email us at unionucc@frontier.com, or check out our website at Churchvilleucc.com. Also like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. We would love to hear from you and/or have you worship together with us.
Finger Lakes Boating Museum in Hammondsport will again help make earning the required New York State safe boating certificate easy to do in 2025. The Museum will offer the one-day course each month this winter and spring starting in February. This popular program, taught by a certified New York State instructor, prepares participants to earn a certificate that is valid for life.
The FLBM New York State Safe Boating course takes place at Finger Lakes Boating Museum located at 8231 Pleasant Valley Road in Hammondsport, and begins at 10 a.m. on the following Saturdays: February 8, March 22, April 20, and May 17. Pre-registration is required. Participants must register with both Finger Lakes Boating Museum and NYS Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation. The price for Museum Members is $30; the non-member price is $35. Visit www.flbm.org/boating-safety, call 607-569-2222, or email info@flbm. org to register.
Finger Lakes Boating Museum has offered boating safety certification courses for over 10 years. For more information about boating education in New York State and other locations that offer boater safety training visit www.parks.ny.gov/boating/education.aspx. Provided inforamtion
Free screenings at the Dryden Theatre for Black History Month
In celebration of Black History Month, the Dryden Theatre will present six complimentary screenings, organized by the George Eastman Museum. Complimentary admission to all films is sponsored by Nocon & Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC., and media partner 103.9 WDKX. All screening begin at 7:30 p.m. Visit https://www.eastman.org/black-historymonth-free-screenings for more information.
Saturday, February 1
Dahomey (2024) + Statues Also Die (1953) Statues Also Die, is a short documentary that exposes and criticizes the lack of consideration for African art in Europe. Dahomey is a new immersive documentary that delves into issues surrounding appropriation, self-determination, and restitution.
Thursday, February 6
Amazing Grace (2018)
Amazing Grace follows Aretha Franklin as she records her 1972 live gospel album of the same name.
Thursday, February 13
Jazz on a Summer’s Day (1959)
Billed as “embarrassingly intimate,” this film by photographer Bert Stern captures the thriving spirit of this truly American art form.
Tuesday, February 18
Strange Victory (1948)
Renowned director Leo Hurwitz argues that the Allies’ triumph in the war constituted a “strange victory,” considering that the battle against discriminatory governments represented no advancement in our own social landscape. This film includes graphic images from the Holocaust.
Thursday, February 20
20 Feet from Stardom (2013)
This documentary focuses on four women – one who has finally broken through (Darlene Love), two who have never been given their due (Merry Clayton and Lisa Fischer), and one who is still striving to make her mark in music (Judith Hill). Winner of the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Thursday, February 27
Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021)
A documentary about the third and final Harlem Cultural Festival (1969). Winner of the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Provided information
Volunteers needed for 2025 Special Olympics NYS Winter Games in Rochester this month
Volunteers ages 13 and up are needed to support the upcoming 2025 Special Olympics New York State Winter Games to be held in Rochester on February 21 and 22. Approximately 900 athletes and coaches from throughout the state will compete in seven sports: Alpine Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Figure Skating, Floorball, Gymnastics, Snowboarding, and Snowshoe. Those interested in volunteering can find more information and sign up at https://www.specialolympics-ny.org/competition/volunteeratwintergames/. Provided information and photos.
Valentines for Veterans 2025
Help spread some love to the brave veterans across our region by participating in Valentines for Veterans. Send in valentines or homemade cards to Congressman Joe Morelle’s Rochester office by February 12 to show veterans your gratitude for their service – past and present.
How to participate:
•Grab your art supplies or write a note to a local veteran.
•Mail or drop off valentines to Morelle’s office at 255 East Ave, Suite 150, Rochester, NY 14604.
•Those planning to drop off valentines are asked to make an appointment by calling 585-232-4850 Ext. 6 or emailing Carly.Bird@mail.house.gov. For additional information, email brooke.strausbaugh@mail.house.gov. Provided information
Get out & grow!
by Kristina Gabalski
Houseplant Care: Part 2
by Kristina Gabalski
In the last column, we covered watering and lighting tips for houseplants. This column will focus on proper humidity, fertilizing, and summer care, as well as diagnosing problems and some especially durable houseplants.
The air inside your home can be especially dry in the winter, and room and furnace humidifiers can help your houseplants. If those options are not possible, place watertight trays beneath your plants and fill them with sand or gravel that is kept constantly moist. The University of Missouri Extension says this will increase humidity around the plants – just make sure the pots are sitting on top of the sand or gravel and not in it. You can also mist the leaves daily to increase humidity. Plants such as orchids or gardenias, which need high humidity, do better in kitchens or bathrooms where the humidity levels are higher.
Houseplants need a sheltered spot for summering outside.
Fertilizing – UME advises not to fertilize during the winter months or when no new growth is apparent. Plants that are producing new growth or flowers can benefit from fertilizing once a month. Fertilizer should NOT be used to stimulate growth in a plant that is located in poor growing conditions and can even do more harm than good, UME says. You can use water-soluble, complete fertilizers for houseplants, soluble fertilizers such as 20-20-20, or slow-release fertilizer beads, pills, or spikes. Follow the directions carefully, and do not apply liquid fertilizers to a wilted plant. Water first and fertilize after the plant has recovered.
Houseplants can be revitalized by being placed outside in the summer months. Wait until the weather has warmed up, as cool night temperatures can damage some plants. Give plants time to adjust by placing them in a protected area for the first week.
Here are some common problems that result from poor growing conditions inside. UME says the yellowing and dropping of lower leaves is typically caused by overwatering or may happen when a new plant from a greenhouse is placed in a low-light, low-humidity environment. If you have yellowing and dropping leaves at various levels on the plant, overwatering, poor drainage, tight soil, chilling, or even gas fumes can be the problem. If the margins or tips of leaves look browned or burned, it is a sign of too much fertilizer, the plant being too dry for a short period, exposure to too low a temperature for a short time, or the use of softened water. Leaves that are yellow or light green with the plant showing weak growth can be an indication of too much light or a poor root system potentially caused by poor drainage, overwatering, or tight soil.
Some of the most durable, easy-care houseplants according to UME, are snake plant (Sansevieria trifaciata), heart-leaf philodendron ( Philodendron scandens ), baby rubber plant ( Peperomia obtusifolia ), cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior), Janet Craig dracaena ( Dracaena deremensis ) golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum), and the always popular spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum).
This begonia spends the summer on my porch. In the winter, it likes living in the bathroom, which is more humid than other parts of the house. Photo by Kristina Gabalski.
Jazz On A Summer’s Day (Bert Stern, Aram Avakian, US 1959, 88 min., DCP) courtesy of Kino-Lorber.
BROCKPORT
CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
is accepting applications for the following positions:
NON-TEACHINg
Bus Attendants & Drivers, Cafeteria Monitors, Custodians, Food Service Helpers, Grounds Equipment Operator, Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Student Behavioral Assistant, Teacher Aides, Security Substitutes and Subs in all other areas.
TEACHINg/CERTIfIED
CurrEnT OpEninGS:
Computer Science or Technology Teacher, Business Teachers, Earth Science Teacher, English Teacher, French Teacher, Special Education Teachers, (Elementary and Secondary), Contracted Building Substitute Teachers
For all positions, apply on-line at: https://www.applitrack.com/brockport/onlineapp/
Hawley slams electric school bus mandate
Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,CBatavia) attended a press conference with his colleagues on January 28 to promote a proposal that would authorize school districts to submit a waiver to the commissioner of education allowing them to officially opt out of certain zero-emission school bus requirements being implemented statewide. Across New York, there are more than 700 school districts facing full implementation of the zero-emission school bus mandate by July 1, 2027. Hawley believes this mandate is unrealistic for rural school districts
and will result in higher costs for local schools.
“The Majority’s plan to mandate the purchase of electric vehicles for all new school bus purchases is not only unrealistic, it’s completely unattainable,” said Hawley. “Our schools are already substantially underfunded yet this administration seems hellbent on punishing rural districts in order to promote their radical climate agenda. These out-of-touch policies will not work for Western New York. We must take action now to protect our schools.”
