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Seedanced, dealer for details. daughter who and a son who played what you become,” said Arena. “We decided different from others, is that there are no ambassadors and titleholders commit to one football. In addition, Arena and her family that we’d do a pageant. Those experiences winners or judging. Every pageant partici- community service activity per month and are very expensive and not very accessible to have fostered 13 children over the years. pant receives a gorgeous crown and banner, follow a code of conduct. The fees from these “Our first experience with fostering was many families. But I wanted all girls to have programs help keep the community pageant getting named Miss Worth More Nation.

- EXPERT REPAIRsaid - ALL MAKES - ALL INSURANCE that chance to be on stage, to be seen, to build really eye opening,” Arena.

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Byron-Bergen Elementary launches composting initiative On January 26, Byron-Bergen Elementary School doubled down on their commitment to reducing food waste in landfills and instead producing clean soil for gardening and farming. This was done through a partnership with an earthworm named Lloyd and 1.8 million of his friends. Lloyd lives in a compost facility operated by Impact Earth, a not-for-profit organization out of Rochester which works with the community to repurpose food waste and paper products into nutrient-rich soil. The composting program is a school-wide effort under the leadership of the third-grade students.

“Byron-Bergen Elementary is one of the first schools in the area to undertake this kind of project,” said Impact Earth Educational Manager Doug Carney. “Instead of going to the landfill and doing nothing useful, this waste will compost into nutrient-rich soil to grow better food. It’s an investment in the future.”

Each day at lunch, students sort their uneaten food items and disposable paper products into blue buckets next to the garbage cans. At the end of all the lunch periods, a rotating group of third grade students, the Compost Crew, assist Cleaner and Lunch Monitor Nancy Smith to load the buckets onto a cart and empty them into Impact Earth dumpster totes behind the cafeteria. Smith then washes the buckets, and the Compost Crew dries

Third grade students acting as the day’s Compost Crew.

Impact Earth Educational Manager Doug Carney introduces Lloyd.

Social Emotional Learning Coordinator Megan Wahl assists the Compost Crew.

Impact Earth Educational Manager Doug Carney helps a student sort food waste.

them and stacks them for the next day. Every Friday, Impact Earth removes the waste from the dumpster totes to be mixed with wood chips and added to the piles for Lloyd and his friends.

“It’s something we can do to try to help the environment,” said Smith. “The soil needs the nutrients and (the students) are going to be the helpers.”

Byron-Bergen third grade student Mackenzie Wilcox is looking forward to participating. “I think (composting) is great! I like it. The best part is that we get to feed our leftover food to the worms at the composting plant.”

The idea for the composting program began at the Earth Day 2023 assembly. Each grade level collected their trash from lunch and discovered that each class produced an average of 15 pounds

of landfill waste per lunch. The discussion of how to reduce this amount led to a waste survey, carried out by the student council in October of 2023. Impact Earth Educational Manager Doug Carney helped the students separate their lunch-time waste. According to Carney, 60% of the cafeteria waste assessed from one day of lunch, over 115 pounds, could be composted or eaten later.

Carney noted that “anything that is unopened should be taken home or saved for a snack.”

“I’m really excited for kids to use the compost bins and put our waste to better use, especially being in a community affected by waste management,” said Elementary Principal Kristin Loftus. “I think it will be great for us to do our part to reduce what we are sending to the landfill.”

Part of the Impact Earth partnership includes a soil give-back. ByronBergen will receive a delivery of composted soil in May to use in or around

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“The students are very excited about this project. We will continue to reinforce that the priority is for them to eat their lunches,” said Loftus.

“Lloyd and his friends will get plenty of food. Only after the students are full should we add their leftovers to the apple cores and napkins in the compost bins.”

The composting program serves as a leadership opportunity for the third grade as well as a chance for all students and staff to take a moment to look at what is in their lunch, how it is packaged, and the best choices for their food waste. The waste assessment and assembly were sponsored by the Byron-Bergen S.T.E.P. Booster Club.

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by Colleen Onuffer Fancy Frock Thrift Boutique recently opened its doors at 48 South Main Street in Churchville, selling discounted pageant and prom gowns, special occasion dresses, shoes and accessories. The small boutique helps fund Worth More Nation, a 501c3 organization that works to uplift and empower girls and young women who have experienced foster care or other types of trauma and life challenges.

“We do that by encouraging girls to ‘rise up and sparkle,’” explained Sandy Arena, Founding Director of Worth More Nation and Fancy Frock Thrift Boutique. “Our initiatives and programs involve pageantry, fashion and also service.”

“Sandy means helper of mankind,” explained Arena, who lives in Pittsford with her husband.

She believes in giving back to the community and has instilled the same views in her three biological children: a daughter who did pageants, a daughter who danced, and a son who played football. In addition, Arena and her family have fostered 13 children over the years.

“Our first experience with fostering was really eye opening,” said Arena. “I couldn’t believe some of the underserved communities that were within 15 minutes from our house. It was heart breaking to me. Once you see it, you want to change it to make the world a better place.”

Fancy Frock Thrift Boutique recently opened its doors at 48 South Main Street in Churchville.

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Individuals may have their own preconceived notions of pageantry, and Arena admits that she did at first, too. “My youngest daughter begged me to do a pageant. I said, ‘absolutely not’ but finally agreed to it and was opened up to a whole new world people don’t know of: positive pageantry,” said Arena. “I saw how pageantry offered community service, confidence and the ability to develop transferable skills for young ladies. It was a template for helping girls achieve their dreams.”

This opportunity was also wrapped around the fun stuff – the sparkles, fashion, being on stage.

During one particular pageant, Arena’s foster daughter (who had been experiencing homelessness at the time) stayed with them at a hotel.

“We dressed her up and took her to all of the events. And I saw something change in her that week. She was holding her head higher and becoming more confident,” said Arena.

Worth More Nation was born in 2018 from that surprising experience.

“I believe that what you see in yourself is what you become,” said Arena. “We decided that we’d do a pageant. Those experiences are very expensive and not very accessible to many families. But I wanted all girls to have that chance to be on stage, to be seen, to build those confidence-building skills.”

Girls ages five and older who have experienced foster care, trauma or other life challenges are welcome to participate in the free Miss Worth More Nation Community Pageant.

“We tend to have 10 to 25 girls in each pageant. Most of them come to us through a referral from a counselor or mental health professional,” said Arena. Having lived in multiple homes during her childhood and experiencing lots of instability, it is important for Sandy and her husband to give back to children, like how other people gave to her.

“If there is a girl who thinks they can benefit from the program, we aren’t going to turn them away.”

Ahead of time, participants receive instructional videos to practice their personal introductions. They also visit the Fancy Frock Thrift Boutique to pick out and get fitted in a complimentary cocktail dress for personal introductions and a gown for the formal wear portion of the pageant.

On the day of the pageant, every girl participates in hands-on workshops where mentors help them work on their walk, personal introductions and staging. Afterwards, participants go through a professional pageant experience, complete with a professional photographer, in front of friends and family members.

Worth More Nation Ambassadors at the 2023 Summer Pageant held at the Cobblestone Arts Center in Farmington, NY. Provided photo.

What makes Worth More Nation pageants different from others, is that there are no winners or judging. Every pageant participant receives a gorgeous crown and banner, getting named Miss Worth More Nation.

“Pageant professionals, our version of judges, are there as encouragers. Rather than scoring the participants, they write down words of encouragement, so every girl goes home with a packet of compliments,” said Arena.

Girls are made to feel like queens during the experience and be reminded of their worth.

“We’re trying to instill that a crown, a banner and a fancy dress do not provide worth to a young lady or to anyone. These are special moments for you to remember and reflect upon and see what you can be,” explained Arena.

“Anything that has happened to you in your life, is not who you are. You are worth more, no matter what you’ve been through.”

After participating in the pageant, girls are welcome to represent Worth More Nation as a national ambassador or titleholder.

In addition to participating in the pageant, ambassadors and titleholders commit to one community service activity per month and follow a code of conduct. The fees from these programs help keep the community pageant free for first-time participants.

Wo r t h M o r e Nation also raises funds by hosting an annual fashion show – this year, taking place on September 28 – and sales through the Fancy Frock Thrift Boutique, which is open to the public Thursday through Saturday and by appointment. The organization happily accepts new or gently loved special occasion dresses for Fancy Frock, items for pageant goodiebags, like makeup, hair scrunchies, jewelry and socks, or monetary donations. They’re also always looking for more volunteers.

For more information, visit https://worthmorenation.com or https://www.facebook. com/WorthMoreNation.

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The Joint Is Jumpin’: Songs of the Harlem Renaissance Brockport celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Harlem Renaissance with a special Winter Serenades performance on Sunday, February 18.

Michael Lasser, well known for his 40 years on Public Radio hosting the weekly Fascinatin’ Rhythm program, brings New York’s 1920s and 30s uptown cultural history to life.

Rochester singers Connie Fredericks-Malone and Reuben J. Tapp, with pianist Alan Jones, present a lively and informative program of music from the period. A reception follows the 3 p.m. performance at St.Luke’s Episcopal Church, at the corner of Main and State Streets. No tickets required – the performance is free, provided through generous donations from the Brockport community.

Lasser talks about the Harlem Renaissance – How would African Americans win acceptance even though they had fought bravely in a war?

They had tried education and politics, and failed.

Now they would try culture – literature, painting, modern dance, and more. And then a new, more raffish side of things emerged. Whites flocked to Harlem nightclubs like the Cotton Club, where Duke Ellington and Fats Waller provided the songs, and Louis Armstrong and Ethel Waters the vocals.

Everybody was “misbehavin’!”

Serenades committee members Terry Carbone and Jacquie Davis attended a performance of the program last summer and were so excited that they

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Harlem Renaissance with a special Winter Serenades performance on Sunday, February 18. insisted on including it in Brockport’s 2024 winter series. The program is a perfect way for the community to recognize and celebrate the Harlem Renaissance 100th anniversary.

Winter Serenades will conclude on March 3 with another favorite – singer/musician, Chris Wilson.

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St Luke’s – see stlukesbrockport.org for the streaming link. The Village of Brockport app has a link to events and special announcements – watch there for reminders and weather updates.

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New law clarifies disclosure of credit card surcharges A new consumer protection law will go into effect on February 11, 2024. This new law will amend and clarify NY’s existing credit card surcharge law.

“New Yorkers should never have to deal with hidden credit card costs, and this law will ensure individuals can trust that their purchases will not result in surprise surcharges,” Governor Hochul said.

“Transparency is crucial in building trust between businesses and communities and now patrons will be empowered to budget accordingly.”

The law, signed by Governor Hochul on December 13, 2023, provides greater transparency and protections for consumers by: •Limiting credit card surcharges to the amount charged to the business by the credit card company; and •Requiring businesses to post before checkout:

the total price of an item or service inclusive of the credit card surcharge; or a two-tiered pricing option, which requires the credit card price to be posted alongside the cash price.

The following practices and examples comply with the law’s credit card surcharge notice requirements. See the Department’s Credit Card Surcharge Guidance Document and educational video at https://dos.ny.gov/businessresources for additional examples: •The business lists the higher credit card price next to a lower cash price.

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Classes

•Second annual CPR and first aid training class on Sunday, February 25, noon to 3 p.m., at the Lion Charlie Maier Lodge, 2806 Roosevelt Highway (Lions Way), Hamlin. Cost is $35 per person for two-year certification. Call or text Sharon Steigerwald at 716-378-9456 to register. Sponsored by the Hamlin Democratic Committee and Hamlin Recreation.

•Lifestyle as Medicine Lecture with Dr. T. Colin Campbell presenting “Why is Nutrition Not Taught or Respected in the Medical System?” on Tuesday, February 13, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. via Zoom. Free with optional donation. Go to https://rochesterlifestylemedicine.org/calendar for details and to register.

Events

•The Gathering Table, free community dinner, will be held at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street, on Sunday, February 18, from noon to 1 p.m. The Teen Closet will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free clothing and accessories will be available.

•Festival of Inclusion, an interactive day of fun, acceptance and respect for the whole family, will be held February 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Golisano Training Center on the Nazareth Campus, 4245 East Avenue, Rochester. Free and fun for all, featuring: more than 80 community organizations; food trucks; sports, arts and adaptive equipment; and sensory friendly activities. For information, visit www.golisanofoundation.org.

•Euchre at Harvey C. Noone Post #954 American Legion, 6444 Buffalo Road, Churchville, every third Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Arrive by 6 p.m. to secure a seat for individual play. Contact Tish Juergens at levans14428@yahoo.com with any questions.

•Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on February 13 from 4:30 until 6:30 p.m. at Parma Greece United Church of Christ, 1211 Manitou Road at the Latta Road intersection. The menu will include three pancakes, two pieces of breakfast meat, applesauce, and beverages. Gluten-free pancakes and plant-based ‘meats’ will also be available. The event is open to the public at no charge, however, a free-will offering will be gratefully accepted. For information, call the Parma Greece UCC office at 585-392-6120.

•Free Planetarium Show, Totality, on Friday, February 16, 6 p.m., at the SUNY Brockport Planetarium (Lennon 134). Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Learn about the night sky and some of the things visible in it then find out more about the upcoming total solar eclipse.

•The Village of Brockport is offering several free snowshoeing excursions along the Empire State Trail this winter as part of the On The Canals program. Excursions begin at 1 p.m. on February 18 and February 22. Suitable for beginners of any age and fitness level; if you can walk, you can snowshoe. Registration is required to reserve equipment. If there isn’t enough snow to snowshoe, the excursion will become a hike. Go to https://onthecanals.com/western-new-york-activities/ for details and to register.

•Free community concert at Greece Baptist Church, 1230 Long Pond Road, on Thursday, February 15, at 7 p.m. Performer is Ann Mitchell Jazz. The church offers free parking, with close handicapped access. For information, call 585966-2660 or visit jazz901.org.

•The Penfield Symphony Orchestra will present a concert, “Star-Crossed Lovers,” on February 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Penfield High School Auditorium, 25 High School Drive, Penfield. Tickets cost $15 for adults 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. Tickets are $1 for students of any age with a student ID. Group rates are available for parties of six or more.

Fundraisers

•Bi-monthly fundraising dinners will be held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month to help support the Brockport Area Veterans Club, 222 West Avenue, Brockport. The American Legion Auxiliary #379 will serve a Lasagna Dinner on the second Wednesday of the month and a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on the fourth Wednesday of the month. Both dinners are from 4 to 6 p.m. and are available for dine in or take out. Cost is $12 per person, $6 for veterans. For reservations, call 585-637-5012. (Dinners may vary in the coming months.)

•Soup-to-go sale with car-side service on Wednesday, February 14, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., at Adams Basin United Methodist Church, corner of Canal Road and Washington Street. Varieties are Cheeseburger, Beans & Greens, and Quinoa Lentil. Cost is $7 per pint, $12 per quart, and includes Italian bread. Pre-orders requested by Monday, February 12; call Cindy at 298-2754.

•Brockport High School Band presents An Evening of Jazz on Thursday, February 15, in the BHS cafeteria. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Admission is free. Hear music by: Hilton School Top Brass at 5 p.m.; OMS Stage Band at 5:20 p.m.; OMS 7th/8th Jazz Ensemble at 5:45 p.m.; BHS Jazz Ensemble at 6:15 p.m.; Spencerport High School Jazz Ensemble at 6:45 p.m.; BHS Vocal Jazz at 7:15 p.m.; Brockport Big Band at 7:45 p.m.; Joey Stempien Big Band at 8:15 p.m.; and BHS Blue Notes at 8:45 p.m. Proceeds from concessions and raffles benefit Brockport Band Boosters. For information or to donate to the basket raffles, contact victoria.valente@bcs1.org.

•The Ferris-Goodridge American Legion Auxiliary is teaming up with Texas Bar-B-Q Joint for a fundraiser on Tuesday, February 27, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the restaurant’s Spencerport location, 122 South Union Street. Texas Bar-B-Q Joint will donate 20% of your order (catering and GrubHub/DoorDash orders excluded) to the Auxiliary for their Postage Fund, which is used to send packages to veterans. Place orders by phone at 352-4227 or online at texasbbqspencerport.hrpos. heartland.us/menu.

•Forks & Skis, a charity ski event to benefit Foodlink, will be held March 1 at Hunt Hollow Ski Club in Naples. The event includes a day of skiing, great food, local beverages, live music, raffles, and Après Ski. Tickets are $150 ($100 for Hunt Hollow members). For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.FoodlinkNY. org/ForksandSkis.

•“Seconds From the Flame,” a ceramics fundraiser sale, runs through March 2 in the Firehouse Gallery of the Flower City Arts Center, 713 Monroe Avenue, Rochester. All pieces were donated by studio artists, artists-in-residence, and staff to support Rochester’s only nonprofit community clay studio. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Thursdays until 9:30 p.m.), and Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.

•Dreams from Drake is holding its 9th Annual Winter Gala, Life is Puzzle, to support children and teens coping with the loss of a sibling or parent. The event will be held Saturday, March 2, from 6 to 11 p.m. at Ridgemont Country Club.

Includes live music by Uptown Groove, dinner, an open bar, and desserts. Go to https://dreamsfromdrake.org/events/2024-winter-gala/ for information and to purchase tickets.

•Ferris Goodridge Legion Post #330 will be holding a Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, March 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 691 Trimmer Road Spencerport.

There will be several vendors offering products for sale. Soups and chili will be available for purchase along with breads, baked goods and beverages. Any vendors still looking to secure a spot must do so by February 18. For information and application form, call Karen McLaughlin at 4782827.

Government Meetings

•Assemblyman Steve Hawley will hold mobile office hours at the Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, on Wednesday, February 14, from noon to 2 p.m. The assemblyman’s staff members will attend the office hours and they will be ready to help any constituent with their needs.

•Chili: Historic Preservation Board – February 12, 7 p.m.; Architectural Advisory Committee – February 13, 6 p.m.; Town Board – February 14, 7 p.m. (live stream available). All meetings will be held at the Town Hall - Main Meeting Room.

•Churchville: Board of Trustees – February 12, 7 p.m.

•Clarkson: Town Board – February 13, 6 p.m., at the Town Hall.

•Hamlin: Town Board – February 12, 7 p.m., at Town Hall, 1658 Lake Road.

•Kendall: Town Board Workshop – February 17, 9 a.m.; Zoning Board - February 13, 7 p.m.

•Riga: Town Board – February 14, 7 p.m.

•Spencerport: Zoning Board – February 15, 7 p.m., at the Village Office, 27 West Avenue.

•Sweden: Planning Board – February 12, 7 p.m.; Town Board, February 13, 6 p.m., at the Town Offices, 18 State Street.

Health/Help

•Veterans with Cancer Support Group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club, 255 Alexander Street, Rochester.

Call 585-423-9700 x304 or visit www.cscrochester.org for information.

•The Food Cupboard at First Presbyterian Church of Chili, 3600 Chili Avenue is open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 17, and the third Saturday of each month. Grocery Bags of food donated to those in need – currently serving around 80 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, contact the church at 585-889-9896.

•Community clothing closet will be open on Saturday, February 17, from 10 a.m. to noon at Ogden Presbyterian Church, 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport. All are welcome. For information, call 585-352-6802.

Historical

• There will be no Parma Hilton Historical Society Program on February 12. The March program will feature the Underground Railroad.

•The Greece Historical Society presents the program, “WDKX Celebrates 50 Years,” on Tuesday, February 13, 7 p.m., at the Greece Central School District’s Transportation & Support Service Facility, 1790 Latta Road. Learn the story of Rochester’s oldest family-owned radio station, and its impact on the community. Scheduled speaker is Andre Marcel Langston, general manager and son of the station founders.

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. Preschool storytime with Mrs. Carlson is every Monday at 10:30 a.m. and features fun books, active songs, early literacy activities and playtime with friends. Digital Literacy of Rochester is at the library Mondays from noon to 3 p.m. providing tech help. Fiber Arts program is Monday, February 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. Bring your own project or join group knitting and/or crocheting projects. Sensory play for little ones is Thursday, February 15, from 1 to 2 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. Adult Silent Book Club is Tuesday, February 20, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Members of the Black Storytelling League of Rochester is presenting for all ages on Wednesday, February 21, at 1 p.m. at the Hamlin Town Hall gymnasium. School break Dino-Mania program is Thursday, February 22, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and 6 to 7:30 p.m. The library will be overflowing with dinosaur activities.

Call 964-2320 to register for programs. Visit the library’s Facebook page or www.hamlinlibraryny. org for more information.

•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. 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.). Adult Events: Book Group – February 13 at 2 p.m.; Perserving Family Letters – February 23 at 1 p.m.; Prepare for 2024 Eclipse with RMSC – February 26 at 6 p.m. Call 617-6181 to register. Find kids & teen events at facebook.com/ogdenfarmerslibrary.

•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Painting – Thursday, February 15, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., please register. The design for this month is still being decided. The Civil Rights Act of 1964: MLK Jr., Lyndon Johnson and the Fight for Justice – Friday, February 16, 2 to 3:30 p.m., registration optional. President Kennedy was assassinated leaving behind a civil rights bill in Congress that did not look like it would be passed. His successor, Lyndon Johnson had been the Senate Majority Leader in the 1950s and knew how the system worked to get things done. This would lead eventually to the passing of one of the most important pieces of legislation in American history. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Public Library. For information, call 392-8350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.

•The Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, 637-1050, holds several programs and events each week. For program information, visit seymourlibraryweb.org.

Meetings

•The Hubbard Springs Garden Club of Chili meets the third Monday of each month (September through June), 6:30 p.m., at the Chili Recreation Center, Room 212, 3237 Chili Avenue. New members welcome. Contact Maryann Wagner (President) at 585-766-1077, for more information.

Religion

•Spencerport Ecumenical Ministries will host a Community Ash Wednesday Service on February 14 at noon. The service will be held at Ogden Baptist Church, 721 Washington Street, Spencerport.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

School Board

•Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, February 13, at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Work Session at 6 p.m. in Professional Development Room A. Regular board meeting at 7 p.m. in the Administrative Board Room.

•The Spencerport Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 13, for a Study Session. Check the district website for details.

Seniors

•The Sweden Senior Association, Inc. meets on Monday, February 12, 1 p.m., at the Sweden Clarkson Community Center, 4927 Lake Road South, Brockport. Meet in the conference room to share ideas, learn about great volunteer opportunities and meet new friends. All are welcome.

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Sweden residents urged to return water survey The Town of Sweden mailed a water survey in mid-January to all property owners without access to public water in the town. The purpose of the survey is to gather information to be used in a Rural Development water district expansion grant application.

At the time of this news article submission, just about half have been returned. Residents who did not receive one or have misplaced theirs, should contact the Finance Office at 637-7588 or email leisas@townofsweden.org and another survey will be mailed or emailed

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Property owners are urged to complete the survey and return to the Sweden Town Hall by February 16. As soon as the surveys can be analyzed and the Town Engineer consulted, the Town Board will call a public meeting to explain where the next water district might be formed. Priority will be given to those areas with strong support of water district formation as well as those areas with water quality and quantity issues. Engineering considerations are also a factor. Surveys can be mailed back, emailed to the above email or dropped at the Town Hall, 18 State Street, Brockport.

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Apply to become a Master Gardener Volunteer with Monroe County Cornell Cooperative Extension The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County Master Gardener Volunteer Program is currently accepting applications for persons who are interested in becoming part of this unique volunteer opportunity.

Master Gardeners are trained volunteers who work in partnership with the Monroe County Cooperative Extension staff to teach and share gardening knowledge countywide. They are neighbors teaching neighbors about horticulture and environmentally sound gardening practices, and provide the public with a variety of educational programs and activities. The program has a specific emphasis on environmental sustainability and food insecurity.

One example of the kind of programming offered by the Master Gardeners is the Pollinator Friendly Garden Certification Program. This unique program encourages residents of Monroe County to include more native plants and natural habitat in their landscaping. This program promotes native plant use to support pollinators, which are vital to our food supply. Birds, bees, butterflies, beetles, as well as other insects are responsible for putting one out of every three bites of food in our mouth. These insects and other animals play a key role in helping plants reproduce.

Master Gardeners also support the Seed to Supper program that helps residents learn how to grow their own vegetable gardens at a number of different locations. These programs are just two of many different

activities where Master Volunteers participate.

Typically, the Master Gardener Training Program is offered biannually and was last offered in October 2022. The application and additional information is now available online at: http://monroe.cce.cornell. edu/master-gardeners/how-to-become-a-mastergardener. The application deadline is June 15, 2024.

There is a $200 fee for the training, and partial scholarships are available upon request.

Completed applications may be returned via email to Master Gardener Coordinator, Ashly Piedmont, ap842@cornell.edu or mailed to Cornell Cooperative Extension Monroe County, 2449 St. Paul Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14617.

Applications will be reviewed and a smaller group of applicants will be interviewed as part of the selection process. It is anticipated that there will be 30 seats available for the required six-month hybrid course. Participants will meet in person two Saturday mornings a month and learning is also online.

The course will be from October 2024 through April 2025. Classes will be held at Tinker Nature Park, 1525 Calkins Road, Pittsford.

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WAA expands TEACH program to include Black History Month curriculum National nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) offers free access for educators to lesson plans highlighting Black History Month (February) curriculum. The WAA TEACH program, spearheaded by retired educator and Gold Star Mother Cindy Tatum, aims to equip educators with a service-based curriculum to instill the values of freedom and honor in students nationwide.

In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” In honor of Black History Month, the Wreaths Across America TEACH Program has developed lesson plans that honor the contributions and lasting legacies of Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., Sojourner Truth, Ruby Bridges, the Buffalo Soldiers, and many others.

“Our lesson plans offer a comprehensive curriculum designed to engage students of all ages in stories of courage and character,” said Cindy Tatum,

WAA Curriculum Developer. “As with all of our free lesson plans, we focus on character development and service projects, and the curriculum is tailored for kindergarten through high school, catering to diverse learning abilities.”

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The TEACH program encompasses materials from philanthropic and patriotic organizations, including the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation, The Congressional Medal of Honor Society, and The Library of Congress Veterans History Project.

For more information about Wreaths Across America and how to participate in National Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, December 14, 2024, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.

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The commencement of its annual writing competition invites wordsmiths from every corner of the globe to submit their captivating narratives.

Now in its fifth year, Page Turner Awards welcomes American authors, novelists, and scriptwriters from all walks of life to showcase their writing talent and gain recognition.

Whether it’s tales from the Wild West or the vibrant streets of New Orleans and New York City, America boasts a rich literary heritage and a diverse tapestry of American culture that Page Turner Awards judges are eager to explore.

The competition encompasses three distinct categories: the Book Award for published works, the Writing Award for unpublished manuscripts, and the Screenplay Award for unproduced scripts.

A distinguished judging panel, comprising different industry experts, including literary agents,

publishers, and film producers, looking for scripts to option, will meticulously assess each submission, ensuring that the highest standards of literary excellence are upheld. Once reviewed, they will select the winners, who will receive a range of valuable prizes, including book deals, literary consultations, and more.

In its commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity, Page Turner Awards is introducing two new Equality Awards: the Culture Award and the Phoenix Award. The Culture Award will recognize a work that celebrates diversity and promotes understanding between different cultures. The Phoenix Award will honor a writer who has overcome adversity and emerged with stronger writing.

Writers, irrespective of their background or experience, are encouraged to submit their entries and vie for the chance to be recognized on a global stage.

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newsmakers The following students have been named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at SUNY Canton.

•Erin M. Crist of Brockport, a forensic criminology major •Brooke Moss of Brockport, a law enforcement leadership major •Alexander C. Reddick of Brockport, a criminal investigation major •Mark D. Rennie of Brockport, a criminal investigation major •John F. Yunger of Hilton, a game design and development major •Blysse Q. Brown of North Chili, a health care management major •Sabrina Dawkins of Rochester (14624), a cyber security major •Ian J. Florence of Rochester (14624), a sports management major •Bryon D. Streb of Rochester (14624), a homeland security major.

The following students have been named to the fall 2023 president’s list at SUNY Canton.

•Molly Simms of Bergen, a criminal investigation major •Kyle V. Benvenuti of Hilton, a game design and development major •Skylar N. Williams of North Chili, a criminal investigation major •Alexandra M. Servati of Rochester (14624), a bachelor of science in nursing major •Samuel A. Servati of Rochester (14624), a mechanical engineering technology major.

The following students were named to the 2023 fall dean’s list at Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts: •Amy Brennan of Rochester, a primary major of health science /pre-OT. •Nicholas Frey of Churchville, a primary major of exercise science/applied ES.

The following students were named to the president’s list for the fall 2023 semester at SUNY Cortland.

•Sophie Amering of Rochester, (professional writing) •Elisabeth Daley of Rochester, (speech and hearing science) •Dylan Harter of Rochester, (political science) •Samantha Horn of Rochester, (psychology) •Riley Letta of Hilton, (psychology) •Trevor Macdonald of Spencerport, (criminology) •Matthew McDermott of Rochester, (exercise science) •Alayna Miller of Hilton, (psychology) •Madison Tortora of Rochester, (childhood early childhood ed B-6) •Zachary Turlington of Hamlin, (biochemistry).

Zoey Chambry of Bergen, was named to the 2023 fall dean’s list at The University of Mount Union, Alliance, Ohio.

The following students were named to the fall 2023 president’s list at SUNY Potsdam: •Sharonmarie Bartz of Clarkson, whose major is history •Shannon Gould of Rochester, whose major is anthropology •Leah Grego of Brockport, whose major is biochemistry •Lenny Perno of Rochester, whose major is exploratory/ undeclared •Kate Ryan of Churchville, whose major is exercise science •Mikayla Shipley of North Chili, whose major is biology •Sara Ward of North Chili, whose major is music education •Morgan Williams of Rochester, whose major is exercise science.

Elena Carr of Hilton was named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Mount Mercy University, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

The following students were named to the dean’s list for the fall 2023 semester at Grove City College, Grove City, Pennsylvannia: •Ryan Dick of Rochester, a business analysis major.

Ryan is a 2021 graduate of Churchville-Chili Senior High School and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Dick (Saundra) of Rochester.

•Emma Herrmann of Hilton, a communication arts major was named to the dean’s list with distinction.

Emma is a 2021 graduate of Paul V. Moore High School and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Herrmann (Deborah) of Hilton.

•Matt Herrmann of Hilton, an exercise science major was named to the dean’s list with high distinction. Matt is a 2022 graduate of Paul V. Moore High School and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Hermann (Debi) of Hilton

•Cat Runion of Gates, an English major was named to the dean’s list with high distinction.Cat is a 2022 graduate of Homeschool and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Runion (Julie) of Gates •Kaitlyn Sipes of North Chili, a marketing major was named to the dean’s list with high distinction. Kaitlyn is a 2021 graduate of ChurchvilleChili Senior High School and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dirk Sipes (Barbara) of North Chili •Madeline Warburton, an English major. Madeline is a 2020 graduate of Homeschool and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geoffrey Warburton (Kristen) from Rochester.

The following students were named to the fall 2023 president’s list at Siena College, Loudonville, New York.

•Gabrielle Hix of Hilton •Jon LeFrois of Rochester (14624).

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•Drennen, Irene Jane (Mullins), died February 3, 2024.

She was the oldest child of Ira and Rosa Bell (Koch) Mullins, born December 24, 1929 in West Virginia. She married Jernie A. Drennen July 21, 1946. The family moved to New York after Jernie was paralyzed in a mining accident. Irene found work wherever she could, and she retired from Owens Illinois in 1984 after 19 ½ years. Along with her parents, Irene was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Jernie Drennen, sons Clarence “Butch” Drennen and Damon “Duke” Drennen, daughter Louise Kuhns, grandson William Carleton, siblings Oliver Mullins (in infancy), Darryl “Moon” Mullins, Virgle Mullins, Pearl Davis, and Vera Mae Daniels. She was also predeceased by her special friend Richard Meinhardt. Irene is survived by her daughters Patricia (Charles Jr) Andrews of Albion and Susie Rushbrook of Albion; daughters in law Marie Drennen of Brockport and Betty Drennen of China Grove, NC; siblings Bob (Mary) Mullins of Albion and Rosetta (Elbert) Patton of Sanford, NC; 10 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren. She also leaves behind special friends Sandy and Dirk Climenhaga.

The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, 21 West Avenue, Albion on Saturday, February 10 from 10 a.m. to noon, where a time to share stories and celebrate her life will follow at noon. Burial in Mt. Albion Cemetery. Contributions in her memory can be made to Rochester Regional Health Foundations (Hildebrandt Hospice), 330 Monroe Avenue, Suite 400, Rochester, NY 14607. To share a special memory of Irene, please visit www. mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Marilyn R. Lemen Dansville – Marilyn R. Lemen, age 89, passed away late Wednesday morning January 31, 2024, at Elderwood Nursing Home in Hornell, with her children by her side.

She was born in Dansville on February 4, 1934, daughter of the late Schultz and Carolyn (Hulburt) Rectenwald. On June 26, 1954, she was married to Richard Lemen, who survives and resides at Elderwood Hornell.

Marilyn was a former court clerk for the Town of Riga.

She also enjoyed her work in Dansville as a secretary to Dr Harold Hulburt and Clarence Sahrle. She was a member of the Dansville Presbyterian Church, where she sang in the choir, was a member of the handbell choir and served as a deacon. In her free time, she enjoyed gardening, knitting and reading. At Elderwood, her favorite activity was bingo-she was very competitive!

Surviving in addition to her husband Richard, are two daughters Barbara (Jim Minerd) Lemen, Caroline (Norbert Nielubowski) Lemen, two sons Steven (Becky) Lemen and Peter (Wendy) Lemen, ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at 10:00 am on Tuesday February 20th, with a service at 11:00 at the Hindle Funeral Home Inc., 271 Main St. Dansville. Interment will be in Greenmount Cemetery, Dansville. Online remembrances may be shared at HindleFuneralHome.com.

In lieu of flowers please make memorials to Elderwood at Hornell, c/o the Activities Coordinator, Jennifer Morales, 1 Bethesda Dr, Hornell, NY 14843-1048

•LiCursi, Martin Joseph “Marty,” age 79, of Greece, died unexpectedly January 18, 2024. He was born in Brockport, August 7, 1944 to the late Martin and Della (Rocco) LiCursi.

Marty is survived by his sister, Mary Ann (James) Mulkin; niece, Lori (Darren Annis) Mulkin; great-niece, McClaren Flanders.

There are no services planned for Marty, per his wishes.

Contributions can be made to Lollypop Farm in his memory.

Arrangements entrusted to the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home of Albion. To share a special memory of Marty, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

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•Snyder, Gary T., died February 4, 2024 at age 76. Predeceased by parents, Lester and Betty; and sister, Sharon Snyder. Survived by sister, Robin (Dick) Booth; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Gary was a Vietnam Marine Veteran and was very active in St. Pius Tenth Church.

His Funeral Mass was held February 9 at St. Pius Tenth Church, Chili. Interment, Grove Place Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Aurora House in his memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

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•Derosia, Judy A., died February 3, 2024 at age 65. She was predeceased by her parents, Roy and Martha Derosia; and her sister, Terri Sietmann. Judy is survived by her husband, John Nealon; her son, David (Sarah Caffery) Derosia; her sisters, Pam Lieberacki, Sandy (Ed) Prince, Mary (Chris) Gavigan, and Martha Derosia; her grandchildren, Devin and Dillon; her brother-in-law, Rick Sietmann; and several nieces and nephews. Judy graduated from Hilton High School, started with a position at Eastman Kodak Company, and went on to retire from Harris, after working for 45 years. She liked doing crossword puzzles, watching game shows and cooking shows, fishing, enjoying her dogs and her time on Raquette Lake.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Judy at a later date.

Contributions can be made to Mt. Carmel House, 288 Frisbee Hill Road, Hilton, NY 14468 in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

•Fritz Turner, Shelly, died February 2, 2024 at age 58. She was predeceased by her parents, Arthur Sr. and Tibby Fritz.

She is survived by her brother, Arthur Jr. (Paula) Fritz; and her niece Dr. Meghan (Rob) Lyle. Shelly was a hairdresser in Hilton for many years. She enjoyed singing in her band, and won several singing competitions in the past.

A Graveside Service was held for Shelly on February 9 in Parma Union Cemetery. Contributions in her memory can be made to the Craig Goodrich Animal Shelter, 80 Railroad Avenue, Hamlin, NY 14464. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

•Rosenthal, Lauren S., died February 4, 2024 at age 92. He was predeceased by his parents, Clarence and Vera Rosenthal; his wife, Helen Conte Rosenthal (2016); his brothers, Clarence H. Rosenthal Jr. and Robert James Rosenthal; and his lifetime friend, Mars Lipomi. He is survived by his nephew, Brian (Mary) Rosenthal; his niece, Lynn Conte; his great-niece, Ashley Stanton; and his lifetime friend, Roz Lipomi. Lauren was employed as a mechanical designer and draftsman for Eastman Kodak Company and Xerox for many years. He was a licensed pilot - owning his own Cessna plane, and enjoyed aerial photography. He was one of the longest standing members, having joined in 1975, and belonged for 49 years, in the Flying Club at Brockport Airport.

A Graveside Service will be held in Maple Grove Cemetery in Worcester, New York in the spring of 2024. Donations in his memory can be made to Brockport Flying Club Inc., Chapter 44, 44 Eisenhauer Drive, Brockport, NY 14420. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

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•Patt, Ralph J., age 98, died February 5, 2024. He was born May 18, 1925 in Kendall to George and Elizabeth (Schwartz) Patt and was a life-long resident of this area. Mr. Patt was predeceased by his wife, Lorena, as well as his brothers, George, Howard and Edward. He is survived by his sons: Ronald (Judy) Patt of Brockport, James (Deborah) Patt of Clarendon; his grandson: John Patt; his sister: Margaret Buell of Kent; several nieces and nephews including Jason Patt. Ralph was a long-time member of the Kendall Fire Department, a member of the NY Saab Club, and was part owner of the family farm. He enjoyed farming first and foremost but in addition to that, he enjoyed camping, painting, woodworking, model railroading, going to truck and tractor events and Saab cars.

His Funeral Service was held February 9 at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home, Holley. Spring interment in West Kendall Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the Kendall Fire Department, 1826 Kendall Road, Kendall, NY 14476 in his memory. To share a special memory of Ralph, please visit: www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com

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•Everhart, David “Dave,” died January 30, 2024. Predeceased by his parents, Harold and Florence; and best friend and brother, Harold “Skip” Everhart. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Dorothy (Dottie) Everhart; his sister, Dolores (Dee) Storm; his children, Greg (Mary), Sherry (James) Bigelow; his grandchildren, Jackson, Lily, Aubrey, and Mackenzie; and many nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends. Dave was born July 20, 1949 in South Dayton, NY. He was a veteran who served his country in Vietnam. He met his wife Dottie at SUNY Oswego. They were married on August 19, 1972 and moved to Spencerport. Dave was affectionately known as a “mad scientist,” a title earned through his insatiable curiosity, remarkable tinkering skills, and the ability to fix just about anything. He was an R & D Engineering Technician at Xerox where he retired in 2011. He had a smile that would light up a room and a big laugh to go with it. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and woodworking.

A Celebration of Life service was held February 3 at Ogden Presbyterian Church. Burial at Parma Corners Cemetery.

Donations in his memory can be made to the Ogden Presbyterian Church, 2400 South Union Street, Spencerport, NY 14559 or the Rochester Honor Flight, PO Box 23581, Rochester, NY 14692.

Comments Applications are now open for the 2024 Brockport Arts Festival The organizers of the Brockport Arts Festival are proud to announce that the application is open for artists, crafters, and food vendors for the 2024 Brockport Arts Festival. The festival committee wishes to thank the community for an overwhelmingly successful 2023 event. The festival features two full days of arts, crafts, food trucks, and music. The Village of Brockport and Brockport In- The 2024 Brockport Arts Festival will be held August 10 and 11. tegrated Service Vendor applications are now being accepted. Provided photo.

Club Organization (BISCO) are already working hard being a wonderful event, the festival on the 2024 event to be held August helped generate over $20,000 for lo10 and 11. cal non-profit organizations. Revenue Thank you to 2023 Festival Spon- from the 2023 event is being used for sor, Canandaigua National Bank, for “Bridging Brockport” events during sponsoring entertainment on both the Main Street bridge closure. Revthe Morgan Manning House Stage enue generated by the 2024 event and Canal Side Stage. Additional will be dedicated to updating village thanks to Gold Sponsor, Spurr Brock- parks and playgrounds. port Chevrolet GMC, for sponsoring Looking ahead to 2024 festival, the shuttle service, games area, and for the third year in a row, BAF will charging station. Additional thanks feature an after-hours concert at the to the following sponsors and part- Canal Side Stage. This year’s line ners for their generous donations up features Black Robin Band and and contributions: Nortera, Assured North 43 rocking Main Street from Partners/Bond Benefits, Long Con- 4 until 10 p.m. struction NY, Leafguard, Renewal New this year, the festival is inby Anderson, Western New York viting area art students to display Concrete, Agape Physical Therapy, and sell their work in Student Alley.

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Band Boosters, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Christ Community Church, Kathy Kristansen and and a special thanks to the many vol- Randy Dumas, Co-Chairs unteers who helped set-up, run, and Brockport Arts Festival take down the festival. In addition to

Nominations open for Monroe County Youth Awards Nominations for this year’s Monroe County Youth Awards are now open until March 1. Each year, the Monroe County Legislature works with the Monroe County Youth Bureau to identify and honor exceptional youth and adults who serve as youth advocates in our community.

Members of the Legislature identify young people that serve our community with the help of our local schools, churches, local charities, and neighbors like you! We also seek to also identify adults who continually advocate for the young members of our community. As County Legislators, we have the opportunity to nominate worthy recipients across the following categories: •Age 12 and Under – Young Citizen of Excellence •Age 13 through 15 – Young Citizen of Excellence •Age 16 through 21 (up to age 24 for youth with intellectual or develop-

mental disabilities) – Young Citizen of Excellence •Willie J. Lightfoot Youth Advocate (an adult advocate for youth) If you know someone who possesses the qualities deserving of a Youth Award or Youth Advocate Award, please nominate them by scanning the QR code or going to the following URL: www. monroecounty.gov/youth-awardform. In addition, you are welcome to contact your County Legislator at 585-753-1922 for assistance or any questions.

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The STAAA held a 100th Anniversary Celebration in January. In honor of the countless contributions made by Diane Bradley and her husband, the

Diane Bradley was an art teacher in Spencerort for 30 years. Photo from STAAA. Art Association designated its Main Gallery as the “Diane Bradley & Bill Mayer Gallery.”

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Amy Laureano On Wednesday, January 31, the Kiwanis Club of Brockport presented a commemorative plaque to Lifetime Assistance Incorporated, honoring their corporate membership in the club. Receiving this plaque from Kiwanis Club of Brockport Past President Pete Head (right) was Bryan O’Donovan (left), CEO of Lifetime Assistance. Both organizations look forward to continuing their partnership, mutual support, and cooperative efforts in support of children and adults with developmental disabilities.

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Amy Laureano was a veteran firstgrade teacher in Kendall who died unexpectedly on July 30, 2023.

“She was a teacher in Kendall for over 20 years and had an immense impact on not only our students, but our community as well,” said Kendall Elementary School teacher Taylor Kingsbury. “She is missed by all who knew her.”

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Spencerport Canal Days Committee makes donation to Ogden Special Police On Monday, January 29, members of the Spencerport Canal Days Committee visited the Town of Ogden Police Department to present a donation to Chief Pete Zambuto of the Ogden Special Police Force. This donation of $1,776 will help fund body armor for new members, ensuring their safety while on duty. The Special Police Force is an all-volunteer organization comprised of civic-minded men and women committed to serving and protecting the town and its residents. These well-trained individuals assist the Ogden Police Department in times of need to ensure Ogden remains a safe community for all.

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Sports & Recreation Byron-Bergen hoping to take next step to where they’ve never been before

by Warren Kozireski Though they moved up to Class C2 from Class C3 this season, the Byron-Bergen boys basketball team, as of February 4, was ranked 16th in the New York State Sportswriters Association poll with a 13-4 record heading into the final two games of the regular season.

The Bees advanced to the 2023 Section V semi-finals last season before losing to Wheatland-Chili and they are hoping to take the final step and win the first Section V boys basketball title in school history. (Note: South Byron HS won Class C titles in 1933, 1941 and 1945).

“Work hard and win,” senior forward Braedyn Chambry said. “Not taking anything for granted this year; we’ve worked harder than last year.

We want to go all the way.”

“As coach says, use stuff as bulletin board material,” added senior forward Brody Baubie.

Chambry is clearly the focal point of the offense. He scored 41 points December 2 against Fillmore to set a new program record for points in a game. And he just registered his 1,000th career point January 31 versus Pembroke.

But the offense certainly does not end there. Baubie, senior forward Brendan Pimm and senior guard Colin Martin have all shown their scoring abilities at various times all season either inside or outside with junior point guard Noah Clare setting the table.

“We have a lot of talent on the bench and we’re young, so next year they’re going to be good too,” Chambry said. “We’ve all been playing together since second grade and now we’re all finally back on the same team, so the chemistry is good.”

Chambry shoots the basket that moved his career total into quadruple digits. Provided photo.

Varsity basketball coach Roxanne Noeth with Braedyn Chambry after he scored his 1,000th point. “Braedyn has been an exceptional player for our program over his career,” said Noeth. “His work ethic and team-first approach have provided us with so many exciting moments. We hope the best are yet to come. We are so proud of him for this achievement.”

Provided photo “We know how each other plays,” Bauble added. “We just have to play hard; we have really good people.”

The Bees have four players scoring 100 or more points this season through 17 games in Chambry (358), Baubie (225), Martin (175), and Pimm (110).

“I think we are deeper; I think last year our guards were so strong that we didn’t have anybody that could replace them off the bench, so it’s just a different make-up than it was last year,” head coach Roxanne Noeth said.

“We’re a little bit more methodical (this year) than we needed to be last year where we could play a lot of up-tempo. This year we pick our spots…my sixth man is a freshman (guard Cody Carlson), so that spells good stuff for the future. And we have a couple of solid sophomores that we bring in too.”

Chambry and Pimm stand one-two in rebounds with 202 and 104, respectively, while Chambry leads in blocks (25) and Martin leads in steals (54).

Five different players have dished out 32 or more assists.

The team is shooting almost 50% from inside the arc and over 28% from behind the arc. The one blemish is they are only shooting 57% from the free throw line.

“I’ve been talking a lot about being more methodical offensively because Wheatland is a very good defensive team, so we may not get our first pass and a shot, and we have to be able to run our offense effectively,” Noeth said.

“Soccer (advancing to the Class C state final) did a lot for them as far as understanding the winning culture and what it takes, so I’m happy that they had that experience and hopefully some of that comes into play for us down the stretch.”

A lot can happen over the final two regular season contests, but ByronBergen could host at least the first two rounds of the Section V playoffs, but with teams such as Wheatland-Chili, York, Alexander, Boliver-Richburg and Honeoye near them in the standings, it will not be an easy road.

But nothing worth winning ever is.

The Byron-Bergen boys basketball team. Provided photo.

Boys Wrestling Individual Sectionals 2023-24 The following local wrestlers won the Section V individual championship in their respective weight class.

Class A1 101 lb Lukas Yeager Hilton 170 lb Landon Lazarek, Hilton 190 lb Elijah Diakomihalis, Hilton

Class A2 101 lb Tyler Williams, Brockport 116 lb Ryan Cieslinski, Spencerport 124 lb Richard Wood, Brockport 131 lb Joe Trieste, Spencerport 138 lb William Wood, Brockport 145 lb Dino Battisti, Brockport 152 lb Paul Rose, Brockport 285 lb Cael Sanchez, Churchville-Chili

Class B2 285 lb Hunter Jewell Smith, Holley-Kendall Class B3 152 lb Roman Smith, Byron-Bergen 190 lb Malachi Smith, Byron-Bergen

The Brockport Blue Devils varsity wrestling team brought home the Class A2 Sectional brick on February 3. Coach Tom Rispoli was named Coach of the Year.

The team received a championship escort from the Brockport Fire Department. Photos from @BCSDBlueDevils on X.

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The Byron-Bergen varsity wrestling team won the Class B3 Section V team championship. Photo from Section V Boys Wrestling.

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newsmakers The following students were named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Nazareth University.

•Julia DeLucia of Spencerport •RenaRose Gaston of Rochester •Alec Smith of Hilton •Ethan Kryger of Rochester •Alyssa Rodriguez of Rochester •MacKenzie Green of Spencerport •Amanda Inges of North Chili •Katherine Paulus of Rochester •Ryan Fitzgerald of Spencerport •Willow Clark of Hamlin •Miranda Luis of Rochester •Gianluca Antonini of Hilton •Isabella Sherron of Rochester •Denver Kelly of Rochester •Elizabeth Davlin of Rochester •Morgan Noce of Churchville •Makenna Misiurewicz of Rochester •Morgan LaDue of Hamlin •Alexandra Reardon of Rochester •Audrey Lamendola of Rochester

•Elena Antinarella of Hilton •Emmeline Hutton of Rochester •Jessica Mally of Rochester •Marissa Hogan of North Chili •Venessa Singleton of Rochester •Macie Vetter of Rochester •Joseph Nettles of Holley •Winter Holley of Rochester •Elizabeth Sapienza of Rochester •Tarah MacNeil of Hilton •Owen Fisk of Rochester •Amya Santana of Rochester •Maham Abbas of Rochester •Bibi Amena of Rochester •Aaron Uzelmeier of Rochester •Isabel Garcia of Rochester •Jenna Welch of Rochester •Bridget Gates of Rochester •Jaelyn Turner of Rochester •Abigail Case of Spencerport •Madden Bates of Hilton •Emma Manley of Brockport •Alice Kimbley of Rochester

•Kylie Rozzi of Rochester •Hannah Bardeen of Rochester •Alexandria Root of Churchville •Ava Basset of Spencerport •Hannah Wies of Bergen •Camille Wright of Rochester •Christopher Sidoti of Hilton •Victoria Henchen of Rochester •Andrew Bodensteiner of Rochester •Isabella Giordano of Rochester •Jason Marchincin of Spencerport •Madelena Picciotto of Rochester •Christopher Benedict of Brockport •Sydney Collier of Spencerport •Charles Wolcott of Rochester •Emily Malanowski of Rochester •Anna Siciliano of Rochester •Nazihah Hannam of Rochester •Olivia Keller of Rochester •Jaina Bell of Rochester •Sienna Carlenius of Rochester •Jenna LaDue of North Chili •Abigail Lee of Spencerport

•Alyssa Lombardo of Rochester •Alessandra Agnello of Rochester •Jessenia Hernandez of Rochester •Summer Jackel of Spencerport •Ayat Al Sallami of Rochester •Grace Hunt of North Chili •Ava Parkhurst of Hilton •Brooke Webb of Rochester •Samantha Ballou of Rochester •Bailey Pino of Rochester •Vincent Le of Rochester •Jose Trejo of Rochester •Ethan Rivers of Rochester •Cloey Stremick of Rochester •Willow Clark of Hamlin •Karlee Robb of Kendall •Morgan LaDue of Hamlin.

The following students were named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Siena College, Loudonville, New York.

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Tips to avoid falling victim to check washing scams The Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing consumers with guidance to avoid mail theft and check washing schemes. During check washing schemes, thieves steal checks, often in bulk from U.S. Postal Service mail collection boxes and use common chemicals like nail polish remover to erase (or “wash”) the payee and dollar amount while preserving the check’s original signature. These scammers can then profit from making checks out to themselves or selling the stolen, signed blank checks.

According to the US Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), the number of check fraud crimes nationwide surged in 2020 and has worsened each year since. In 2022, FinCEN received over 680,000 suspicious activity reports related to check fraud, almost twice number recorded in 2021.

“People may not be writing as many paper checks but check fraud is still a serious issue because check washing scams can cost consumers hundreds to even thousands of dollars and the

fraudulent charges can take weeks to reverse,” said Secretary of State Robert J. Rodriguez. “To protect against having your bank account emptied, I encourage New Yorkers to follow our tips to protect themselves and their businesses.”

Follow these tips to avoid mail theft and check washing scams: •Go directly to the post office to drop off your mail. When using a Blue Collection Box, try to do so before the last pickup of the day to minimize the amount of time the check spends in the box.

•Check your mailbox frequently. Don’t leave mail in your mailbox overnight.

•Hold mail at your local post office. If you are going to be away from home and can’t check your mail, request to have your mail held at your local post office or have a trusted neighbor pick it up until your return. You can submit a USPS Hold Mail request online at www.usps.com/manage/hold-mail.htm or in-person at your local post office.

•Use black gel pens. Gel pens may have ink that thieves have greater difficulty erasing compared to standard ballpoint pens.

•Sign up for informed delivery from USPS. Informed delivery services allow consumers to receive a daily email with pictures of all letter-sized mail for that address each day. Sign up online at www.usps.com/manage/informed-delivery.htm •Review your checking account regularly. Look out for unusual or unexpected withdrawals from your bank account and take time to confirm when your checks clear.

If you experience check washing: •Contact your bank immediately.

•File a police report.

•Report the check washing to the United States Postal Inspection Service at 1-877-876-2455 or www.uspis.gov/report.

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EAST EDITION Chili Area Arrow Mart – 4179 Buffalo Rd. Arrow Mart – 3774 Chili Ave. College Green Apartments – 45 College Greene Dr. Food Towne – 4390 Buffalo Rd. Kwik Fill – 4385 Buffalo Rd. Meadowbrook Apartments – 1 Meadow Farm S. Roberts Wesleyan University – 2301 Westside Dr. Union Meadows Apartments – Union Square Blvd.

Churchville-Riga Area ANG Market – 7127 Buffalo Rd. Babe’s Salon – 7 Fitch St. Churchville Greene – Greenway Blvd.

Crosby’s – 2 East Buffalo St. Ehr-Dale Heights – 1 William James Dr. Town & Country Trailer Park – 5839 Chili Ave. Hilton-Parma Area 7 Eleven – 15 Lake Ave. Ace Swim & Leisure – 610 North Greece Rd. Arlington Restaurant – 4 Main St. Crosby’s – 1228 Hilton-Parma Corners Rd. CVS – 84 South Ave. Hilton East – 231 East Ave. Hilton Pharmacy – 32 Main St. North Greece Deli – 502 Long Pond Rd. Pleasure Lanes – 144 South Ave. Tops Market – 98 South Ave. Spencerport-Ogden Area 7 Eleven – 161 South Union St. Abe’s Restaurant – 5232 Ridge Rd. W. Big M Market – 1520 Spencerport Rd. Brewski’s – 5019 Ridge Rd. W. Byrne Dairy – 2295 Spencerport Rd. DJ’s Pizza – 2139 North Union St. Joe’s Mart Gas Station – 5028 Ridge Rd. W. NAPA – 380 South Union St. Ogden Gardens, 20 Kingsford Lane Ogden Senior Center – 200 South Union St. Ogden Town Hall – 269 Ogden Center Rd. Slayton Place – 26 Slayton Ave. Spencerport Family Apothecary – 42 Nichols St. Sullivan’s Charbroil – 4712 Ridge Rd. W. Tops Market – 27 Slayton Ave. Trowbridge Apartments – 67 Lyell Ave. Valero Gas Station – 2371 Spencerport Rd. Walgreens – 2841 Nichols St. Yellow Goose Gas Station – 3512 Brockport-Spencerport Rd.

WEST EDITION Bergen Area 7 Eleven – 8400 Buffalo Rd. Bergen Meadows – 6619 N. Lake Rd. C Store – 8073 Clinton St. Rd. (Route 33) Hidden Meadows – Hidden Meadows Dr. Ralph & Rosie’s Deli – 19 N. Lake Rd. Rose Garden Bowl – 21 Buffalo Rd. Brockport-Clarkson Area Crosby’s – 8389 West Ridge Rd. Seymour Library – 161 East Ave. Wellington Woods – 702 Wellington Woods Dr. S. Brockport-Sweden Area Byrne Dairy – 5550 Brockport-Spencerport Rd. Brockport Diner – 11 Erie St. Crosby’s – 4614 Lake Rd. Kwik Fill – 82 Main St. Lift Bridge Book Shop – 45 Main St. Mobil On the Run Gas Station – 4118 Lake Rd. Royal Gardens Apartments – 100 Royal Gardens Way The Landing – 90 West Ave. Hamlin Area Bradford Manor Apartments – 161 Victor Lane Brightly’s Farm Market – 525 Drake Rd. Crosby’s – 1449 Lake Rd. Hamlin Library – 1680 Lake Rd. Hamlin Terrace Apartments – 150 Hamlin Terrace Hamlin Town Hall – 1658 Lake Rd. Krony’s Pizza – 500 Hamlin Clarkson TL Rd. Nina’s Golden Scissors – 1765 Lake Rd. Pettinari’s – 918 Roosevelt Hwy. Tops Market – 1800 Lake Rd. Holley-Clarendon Area Akley Apartments – 17179 4th Section Rd. Crosby’s – 4541 Holley-Byron Rd. Holley-Murray Area Crosby’s – 35 State St. Hickory Ridge Campground – 15853 Lynch Rd. Holley Grove Apartments – 121 W. Albion St. Holley Pharmacy – 3 Geddes St. Crosby’s – 16672 State Route 31 Juxtapose Depot – 3570 Fancher Rd. Murray Superette – 16573 Ridge Rd. Woodside Court Apartments – 121 W. Albion St. Kendall-Kent Area Crosby’s – 16825 Roosevelt Hwy. Schwenk’s Winery – 1456 Bills Rd.

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Leaders call on Gov. Hochul to fully fund Medicaid A coalition of Rochester state legislative leaders, hospital representatives, and healthcare advocates and workers held a press conference February 5 at University of Rochester Medical Center’s Strong Memorial Hospital to urge Governor Kathy Hochul to fully fund Medicaid Health Insurance and to increase funding for safety net hospitals and nursing homes across the state.

In Monroe County, nearly a third of residents rely on Medicaid for their healthcare. Even though Medicaid provides vital health insurance coverage to these New Yorkers, the state pays hospitals 30% less than the actual cost of care hospitals provide.

Without sufficient funding, many hospitals, such as URMC’s Strong Memorial Hospital, cannot invest in programs or infrastructure that benefit the patients and communities they serve. In the Rochester region in particular, hospitals and nursing homes continue to face overcrowding and bed shortage due to the persistent underfunding of Medicaid.

The February 5 press conference builds on the growing coalition of New Yorkers pressing Governor Hochul to end the Medicaid funding crisis. Last week, faith leaders from across the state rallied at the Capitol as over 200 faith leaders signed on to a letter calling on the Governor to end the Medicaid funding crisis. Last month, a majority of Democratic legislators in New York pledged to support fully funding Medicaid. In early January, Greater New York Hospital Association (GNYHA) President Ken Raske and 1199SEIU President George Gresham rallied at the Capitol with Albany leaders, healthcare workers, and patients in support of legislation that would increase the Medicaid reimbursement rate.

“This funding gap contributes to unacceptable racial disparities in health outcomes, overwhelms hospitals and nursing homes that are already facing chronic understaffing, and puts vulnerable patients and residents at risk, Governor Hochul,” said Tracey Harrison, 1199SEIU Vice-President for Rochester/ Corning. “If we continue to starve Medicaid-funded services, we will never maintain or grow the services or workforce providing healthcare in our state.”

“If we are waiting for a rainy day, if we were waiting on a crisis to come – we are here to say, it is pouring and we are in that crisis,” said New York State Senator Samra G. Brouk, Chair of Commit-

tee on Mental Health. “We have no choice but to actually fill the gap this year and let New Yorkers know that they no longer have to pay the price for lack of funding for our healthcare system.”

“When we have improved healthcare systems in our community, we all win,” said New York Assemblymember Demond Meeks. “We should not have to come back here year after year, advocating for needed resources in healthcare – this should simply be part of the state budget,” said Assemblymember Meeks.

“While nearly every cost of running a hospital continues to rise, the executive budget goes in the opposite direction. Gov. Hochul has proposed more than $1.3 billion in reductions to health providers,” said Kathy Parrinello, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Strong Memorial Hospital.

“Our region’s hospitals and nursing homes can no longer do more with less. Rochester and the Finger Lakes

have the lowest number of inpatient beds per capita than any region in the state, far below the national average.

We’ve lost approximately 1,500 staffed nursing home beds since 2020,” added Parrinello.

“Guaranteeing that Medicaid reimbursement rates will no longer drive financial losses for hospitals and nursing homes providing health care to our most vulnerable New Yorkers is long overdue,” said New York State Assemblymember Harry Bronson. “My delegation colleagues and I are pushing for funding in the NYS budget that will increase Medicaid rates to support our safety-net hospitals, nursing homes and especially their front-line workers. We value our partnerships with 1199SEIU, the URMC and the Greater New York Hospital Association and urge Governor Hochul to help our hospital and long-term care workers and patients by raising reimbursement rates in this year’s budget,” said Assemblymember Bronson who could not attend the press conference.

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Vazquez announces candidacy for Monroe County Clerk Peter Vazquez has announced his candidacy for Monroe County Clerk.

A lifelong resident of Monroe County, Vazquez is a veteran, adjunct business professor, and radio talk show host.

Vazquez says his campaign is “founded on principles of enhancing quality of life, advancing community services, and promoting entrepreneurship” and “focuses on creating opportunities for growth, celebrating diversity, and advocating for ethical integrity.” Vazquez adds that he is

“committed to the principles of a free market and limited government, emphasizing the importance of integrity and liberty in governance.”

He is running against incumbent Jamie Romeo in the No- Peter Vazquez vember election.

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Legal NoticeS Legal Notice Village of Spencerport Notice to Bidders Village of Spencerport Department of Public Works is accepting bids on the following Vehicle with required equipment but not limited to; 2023 or newer pick up 4X4 Super Crew Cab 5.5 ft box Trailer tow package Flex Fuel Vehicle Reverse Sensing and rear-view camera Daytime running lamps.

Bidder must provide estimated delivery dates.

Sealed bids are due to the Village of Spencerport; Attention: Village Clerk; 27 West Avenue, Spencerport, NY 14559 by Wednesday February 28, 2024, at 10:00 AM. Bids will be opened on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Village Board Meeting.

The Village of Spencerport reserves the right to accept or reject any bid.

Respectfully submitted by: Jacqueline Sullivan Village Clerk

Public Notice Intent to File an Application with USDA, Rural Development, Rural Utilities Services Town of Clarendon This is to provide public notice that the Town Board of the Town of Clarendon intends to file an application for grant and loan assistance with USDA Rural Development for improvements within Water District No. 14.

This proposed project involves the installation of approximately 34,300 water mains along Boots Road, Holley Byron Road, McAllister Drive, Monroe-Orleans CL Road, Merrill Road, New Guinea Road, and Wood Road. The project will serve an estimated 31 residential homes in Water District No. 14. The estimated capital cost of the project is $3,122,000. Consistent with Town Law and procedures of Rural Development, the Clarendon Town Board will conduct a public information meeting prior to making a commitment to undertake the proposed project.

Residents will be notified as to the time, date, and location of such meetings.

The Town of Clarendon is an equal opportunity employer.

Richard Moy Town Supervisor Town of Clarendon

Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company

Legal Notice Village of Churchville

Notice of Formation of Roc Home Remodeling LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2023-10-06. Office location: Genesee County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to United States Corporation Agents, Inc.: 7014 13th Avenue Suite 202 Brooklyn NY 11228. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

Village taxes for the 2024-2025 fiscal year will be collected at the Village Office, 23 East Buffalo St., Churchville, NY 14428 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday from March 1, 2024 to April 1, 2024.

Legal Notice Town of Clarkson Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given that the Planning Board will hold their meeting at the Clarkson Town Hall, 3710 Lake Road, Clarkson, New York Tuesday February 20, 2024, at 7:00pm to consider the following Application.

Applicant: Jeff Heitzenrater Property Owner: Jeff Heitzenrater Property Address: Lawton Rd Tax ID: 040.01-1-34.11 This applicant is requesting approval of a one lot site plan for a single-family home.

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 2/7/2024.

Andrea Rookey Building Department

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After 4:00 p.m. on April 1, 2024, a five percent (5%) penalty will be charged through and including April 30, 2024. Taxes received after April 30, 2024, penalty to be computed pursuant to Section 924-A and Section 1456 of the Real Property Tax Law. Stacy L. Stanton Clerk/Treasurer

Legal Notice Town of Parma NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS OF THE TOWN OF PARMA ON WEDNESDAY, February 21, 2024 @ 7:00 PM IN THE PARMA TOWN HALL, 1300 HILTON PARMA CORNERS ROAD, HILTON, NEW YORK TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING: 1. PHILIP MESITI 56 FOREST RIDGE TRAIL The applicant is requesting an Area Variance to grant relief from Town Zoning Article V, Subsection 165-33 (C) (2), for the proposed construction of a 1545 sq ft accessory structure (pool house) on the east side of the property in the rear yard.

Town code limits accessory structures to 600 sq ft. This property is zoned Medium Density residential (MD).

All persons will be heard at this time.

Interested parties may obtain further information by calling 392-9449 or by inspecting the project file in the Parma Town Hall during normal business hours.

Parma Zoning Board of Appeals

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CountryMax holding saddle and tack consignment sale CountryMax is hosting its in-person consignment sale, “Tack Swap Shop,” on Friday and Saturday, Feburary 16 and 17, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. Held at the original CountryMax Store, 5930 County Road 41, Farmington, near Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, this annual sale draws buyers and sellers from across the state. Equestrians call it the “Black Friday” of the equine world.

“This sale is always such a hit because the value for items of all shapes and sizes is really impossible to find anywhere else,” says Brad Payne, Director of Sales. “So many items in the equine, barn and stable world reach the end of their usefulness to one person but are exactly what another person needs. There are plenty of second-hand marketplaces online that require you to go and do a kind of sketchy meet up with someone you don’t know and look at something you haven’t seen in person but this sale at our store is the perfect alternative to that.”

Sellers get to clean out their tack rooms. Kids grow. Tastes change.

Riding needs evolve. There are many reasons to sell a used saddle, boots, helmet or horse blanket. This is the ideal place to turn those items into cash.

Consignments can be dropped off through Sunday, February 11, at one of six CountryMax locations – Fairport, Farmington, Henrietta, Ontario, Spencerport and Webster. Visit

Dozens of Western and English saddles are bought and sold each year at the CountryMax consignment sale.

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Opinions expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of this publication or its employees.

Having worthy goals doesn’t make it right

For equestrians who appreciate good equipment at a good price, this is the sale people wait all year for.

CountryMax.com to download the consignment form or visit the store to pick one up. It’s just $1 to list an item, plus a 15 percent consignment fee when it sells.

Buyers love a bargain. Horseback riding can be an expensive sport.

Purchasing top name brands at resale prices is a smart way to save. Even better, because this is a live in-store event, shoppers can see, feel and try on items before buying. “Everyone knows the challenges of buying anything pre-owned or used via an online marketplace,” says Payne. “Our consignment sale gives you an important opportunity to examine it closely and be sure this is what you or your kids actually want.”

To make the consignment sale happen, much of the Farmington CountryMax Store gets cleared. In place of the usual pet treats and wild bird seed products are hundreds of consignment items, including Western and English saddles, blankets, bridles, bits and halters, chaps, breeches, boots and show clothes. It’s a giant tack room for two days.

CountryMax, founded in 1984, is a family-owned business that carries a tremendous variety of healthy pet foods and pet supplies, small animals, home, lawn and garden, wild bird and equestrian essentials. CountryMax now operates 18 locations across New York State, with a new location opening this spring in Auburn.

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You most likely have read the state comptroller’s report on the Brockport school district’s finances highlighting an excess of $30 million dollars in tax revenues. I imagine you also have read Superintendent Bruno’s response. (Westside News, February 4) While the school district may have had worthwhile goals in mind when collecting those funds, the comptroller’s report makes it clear that having worthy goals does not mean it was appropriate.

Superintendent Bruno cited that the district has seen a significant increase in the number of students this year as a reason. What he didn’t mention is that the total number of students has decreased by 16% over the past 10 years. Did our taxes decrease during that time? Indeed, they did not.

Imagine the goodwill that would be generated if the district kept $10 million in reserve and gave

back $20 million to the Brockport tax payers (about $2,000 per household). While many families are struggling under the burden of some of the highest taxes in the country, the school district cites electric buses and a new swimming pool. Sadder still, in all likelihood nothing will change; the district will keep the funds, and we’ll be left wondering how much more we’ll be asked to bear.

Brockport CSD, this is your chance to show us that the people in your district are more than a source of funding but rather are people worth considering and whose lives are affected by your choices. Wouldn’t that be the best lesson of all?

Rob Brutovski Spencerport (within Brockport school district)

Village of Brockport taxes going up again Why do the Village of Brockport taxes continue going up at an alarming rate? Last year the Village taxes increased nine percent. This increase included eliminating two police officers and the police secretary. At the village board meeting on January 10, 2024, the mayor stated that we are in a poorer community and the taxes are going up again this year.

Brockport village residents already pay the highest taxes in the county. How many positions are going to be eliminated this year? The mayor asked each department to cut back, while the village board continues to spend, spend, spend on “want” items that are a luxury and unnecessary instead on the “need” issues.

Some of the items on the “need” list include the infrastructure of the village. This includes the aging water mains (constant water main breaks), the sewer mains (DPW ran cameras through all sewer mains for the first time and found many spots that need attention), most of the streets are full of pot holes and patches from water main breaks, many sidewalks are still in need of repair, overgrown vegetation and tree limbs hanging in sidewalk path.

These conditions create a lack of handicap accessibility within the village. Elderly and people with walkers have as much right as anyone else to use any sidewalk (unobstructed) or enter any building they wish. This is the law. This is not possible in the village now. Streetlights on Main Street and the canal path are in need of painting. Also, many code violations are being neglected. For example, most of the facades on the downtown buildings are in need of repair and updating. Also, there are many vacant buildings in this village.

While the “need” list gets pushed into the background, the village board wants to spend taxpayer funds on their “want” list – things that are not needed. A few things on this list are the handicap kayak launch, which is a safety hazard and hardly

gets used. The village spends a tremendous amount of taxpayer money on installing, removing, storing and maintaining the kayak launch each year.

Another “want” is the village leadership spending taxpayer money on a boathouse by the canal at SUNY Brockport. The village has spent seven years planning and organizing this boathouse, using Village Hall and village employees. The village plans on using DPW workers and equipment to work on this project. When finished, the boathouse is going to be turned over to a rowing club. This boathouse is being built on a piece of land owned by the village, and anything that happens on this property is going to be the responsibility of the taxpayers.

Why is the village developing this property when the village has many projects that need to be done?

Another “want” on the list is all the events the village puts on each year (which include overtime for Brockport police and the DPW). All these events involve planning, using village Hall and village employees. With all the taxpayer money being used on the events, it costs the taxpayers an enormous amount of money each year.

All the taxpayer money being spent on the “wants” while neglecting the “needs” has put the village in the condition it is now with a failing infrastructure and outdated village.

Each year, our leadership should look at what “needs” to be taken care of, and after the bills have been paid, use the money left over for their “want” list.

The only way this village is going to get back to where it once was is to stop the careless spending on “wants” and make it a priority to take care of the “need” list, or the village taxes will keep going up each year to pay for the “wants” of this leadership.

Kevin Jenkins Brockport

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Community town hall meeting in Parma to discuss upcoming eclipse As the celestial event of a lifetime approaches, Hilton-Parma Recreation, the Town of Parma, Village of Hilton, and Hilton CSD will hold a Solar Eclipse Community Town Hall Meeting on Monday, February 26, at 6 p.m. at Hilton High School. The event aims to enlighten residents about the anticipated impact this event will have on the community.

Over the past year, dedicated community stakeholders, including Hilton CSD, the Town of Parma, Village of Hilton, and Hilton-Parma Recreation have been meticulously planning and preparing for the solar eclipse that will occur the afternoon of Monday, April 8. Their collaborative efforts ensure that the community is well-informed, adequately prepared, and equipped to make the most of this extraordinary moment.

Residents are encouraged to attend this informative event where community leaders and experts will address:

•Eclipse Timing and Phases: Gain insights into the schedule and phases of the total solar eclipse.

•Safety Measures: Learn about recommended safety measures to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience.

•Community Activities: Discover planned community activities and events surrounding the solar eclipse.

The Solar Eclipse Community Town Hall Meeting provides an opportunity for residents to come together, ask questions, and actively participate in the preparations for this oncein-a-lifetime celestial event. All community members are invited to attend and contribute to the shared experience.

Follow the Facebook Page “Under the Parma Sun Solar Eclipse 2024” for general community related eclipse information.

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Parma Assessor announces mailing of new assessment values As part of the Reassessment Update Project 2024, new preliminary full value assessments will be mailed to all property owners within the town and village.

Town of Parma Assessor, Charlene Stephany, announces beginning March 8, 2024, Assessment Disclosure Notices will be mailed to all property owners within the town and village.

Instructions will be included with each notice indicating the procedure for submitting an informal review and where to get additional information.

Assessor Stephany reminds property

owners to focus on the full market value estimate. If you do not agree with this estimate and can offer proof for a change, you can follow the process of submitting an informal review.

Information regarding property assessments, inventory data and sale information will be available March 8 by visiting https://www.parmany.org/ departments/assessor/index.php.

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Hilton Community Indoor Flea Market seeks vendors The 16th Hilton Community Indoor Flea Market will be held Saturday, April 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hilton Community Center, 59 Henry Street, Hilton.

Vendor applications are available at Parma Public Library, Friends of the Parma Library, Parma Town Hall, Hilton Tops Markets, Hilton Family Restaurant, Village of Hilton Office,

Hilton-Parma Recreation, Parma Commons, Craft Co-Op, and Liberty Hollow, or call Pat at 752-0515 to receive an application by mail. Spots will be assigned on a first-come, firstserved basis.

Anyone interested in volunteering to set up, is asked to call Pat at 7520515.

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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: 10AM - led by Rev. Jeff Aiosa. 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 BroCkPort NY

A congregation that Loves God, loves others and serves the world! Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Coffee and fellowship following worship. 35 State Street, Brockport, NY 14420, (585) 637-3780. Email: fpcbrockportoffice@gmail.com. Website: www.fpcbrockport.org. Handicap accessible. Hearing loop available. Everyone is welcome to join our church family!

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; prayer group each Tuesday at 2 pm; 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.

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.

Churches, to have your services listed or updated, please call 352-3411.

NAtiVitY of the BLeSSeD VirGiN mArY and 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.

the Potter’S houSe ChriStiAN feLLoWShiP ChurCh

4756 Lake Road South, Suite 7, Brockport, NY 14420 Website: Brockportphchurch.com Phone: 585-943-1719 Services: Sunday at 10:30 am and 6 pm; Thursday at 7 pm.

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. Phone: 585-352-1241 We have a new interim pastor! Pastor Domenic Danesi, of Rescue and Revive Ministries. We invite you to visit us Sunday mornings as we worship through music, studying the Bible, and fellowship with coffee and cookies. Our main worship service at 10:45am is family integrated - All are welcome to join. Adult Bible Studies starts at 9:30am. Wednesday: Bible Study over Zoom - 7pm. Visit our website or check out our Facebook page for more information. spencerportbiblechurch.org

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. Email: info@spencerportucc.org. Website: www. spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.

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’S ePiSCoPAL 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. JohN LutherAN 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.

Confession Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:00pm and Saturdays 3:454:30pm. Eucharistic Adoration Thursdays 1:00pm-6:00pm (Benediction at 5:50pm) & Sunday 1:30-4:30pm (Evening Prayer at 4:00pm, Benediction at 4:15pm). Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages. We are located at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Visit our website at www.

StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Our Parochial Administrator is Fr. Sriram Sadhanala.

St. Leo’S CAthoLiC ChurCh

110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleohilton.org. Fr. Joseph Catanise. 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 ChurCh

St. mArk’S ChurCh

13 South Main Street, Holley 16789 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 585-392-4000. Worship Services: Saturday at 5pm; Sunday at 8:30am and 11am. Bible Studies: Kingdom Kids – 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 or stop by to talk with Pastor Bradley Klug any Wednesday from noon to 2 pm; e-mail us at unionucc@frontier. com or check 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.

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Pulitzer Prize-winning Proof comes to Brockport

Claudia Coonan and Jeffrey Thompson as Catherine and Robert in Proof.

In David Auburn’s Tony Award® and Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Proof, Catherine – who has been taking care of her mathematician father, Robert, during his mental decline – is left with many questions, but few answers. She, too, is a mathematician, and is wondering where the similarities with her father will take her. Proof is being presented by the Department of Theatre and Music Studies at SUNY Brockport, opening on Friday, February 23, at 7:30 p.m. in the Tower Fine Arts Center, 180 Holley Street.

Tickets are $17/general, $12/senior citizens, Brockport alumni, faculty, and staff, and $9/students. They are available at www.

fineartstix.brockport.edu, at the Tower Box Office, or by phone at 585-395-2787.

While visiting Catherine, Hal, a former student of Robert’s, comes across a notebook filled with extremely complex and groundbreaking computations. He assumes it is his former professor’s work, but Catherine indicates that they are her own calculations. Trying to prove to Hal and her sister, Claire, that it is her work begins to consume Catherine, who is teetering on the brink of mental illness herself.

Auburn says he wrote it as “an attempt to merge his abiding interest in popular science and math into a modern-day romance

and an exploration of how mental disease affects family dynamics.” Frank Kuhn, who is directing the four-person cast (including Jeffrey Thompson, an assistant director in the University’s Information Technology department, as the father), said that “working with this terrific cast has been a delight.

They are all so focused on the material and the relationships in the piece.”

Proof will be performed on February 23, 24, 29, March 1, and 2, at 7:30 p.m. There is also an ASL-interpreted matinee performance on Sunday, February 25, at 2 p.m.

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Spencerport resident Ann Mitchell releases new studio album Spencerport resident Ann Mitchell has been hailed as one of Upstate New York’s musical “gems” and also as a new found hidden “treasure” for those who happen to meet and hear her for the very first time. She has been delighting audiences for many years with her vast repertoire and vocals that feature timeless classics spanning the Jazz era from the 1930s through the 1950s.

Ann’s great focus has been to preserve and share songs recorded by artists such as Peggy Lee, Rosemary Clooney, Ella Fitzgerald, Julie London and Judy Garland – through her own love and appreciation of these masters in their genre. Her interpretation and representation of these artists’ music appeals to listeners of all ages and musical tastes.

Ann’s latest recording, Ann Mitchell – Again … for the first time, is now avail-

able for the public to own. The album was recorded, mixed and mastered by Andy Calabrese. The songs that Ann chose to record were written by Gershwin, Rogers and Hart, Coleman and Leigh, Warren, and Bacharach. Her jazz musicians, Michael Van Allen, John Gabriele, Kyle Vock, Christos Dembeyiotis, and Ralph DeBergalis, have a real understanding of Ann’s vocal style and song interpretation. Albums are $15 and can be ordered at annsings.com, where more information is also available.

Those wishing to hear Ann perform in person will have an opportunity on Thursday, February 15. The Ann Mitchell Jazz Trio will be featured in the Jazz 90.1 Greece Baptist Church Concert Series. The concert starts at 7 p.m. at the church, 1230 Long Pond Road, Rochester.

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The Ann Mitchell Trio will perform a concert in Greece on February 15.

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