Westside News EAST Edition – November 20, 2022

SUNY Brockport presents a holiday-themed comedy-mystery

Christmas in Connecticut is a familiar trope from the several movies that have that title, invoking happy holiday memories. but in actor William Gillette’s mansion on the Connecticut river – as depicted in Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot, or Holmes for the Holidays – the body count seems to rival the number of French hens in “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” The comedymystery, produced by SUNY brockport’s Department of Theatre and music Studies, opens on Friday, December 2, at 7:30 pm at the Tower Fine Arts Center, 180 Holley Street, brockport. Tickets are $17/general, $12/senior citizens, b rockport alumni, faculty, and staff, and $9/students, and are available at http://fineartstix.brockport. edu, at the Tower box Office, or by phone at 585- 395-2787.

Gillette was an extremely famous actor in the early 20th century, noted for portraying Sherlock Holmes on stage for many years. He also built a magnificent mansion on the shore of the Connecticut river, chock full of trend-setting gadgets and features, such as the first in-home intercom system.

At a Christmas Eve dinner, Gillette has gathered a few actor friends, his dotty elderly mother, and a poison-pen critic, creating a situation teeming with whodunnit tension. The combination of suspense, comedy, and out-sized theatrical personali-

ties proves to be quite potent – and fatal – in this frolic of a play. When someone turns up, well… dead, Gillette sets out to solve the murder, letting his ego conflate his own profession as an actor with Holmes’ as a superior sleuth.

It is the sort of scenario that evokes Art Deco-infused movies from the 1930s, when style oozed off the screen. In fact, director Frank Kuhn has had his cast look at “clips from films of the period, like My Man Godfrey, The Philadelphia Story, and His Girl Friday. Since the characters are all theatre people, and always ‘on,’ we’ve also been playing with a style of speaking, made popular by Edith Skinner, that was in vogue with stage and screen actors of that time.”

There are times when one really wants to see a true difference in generations on stage that can’t be accomplished with makeup and wigs. In The Game’s Afoot, Gillette’s mother, martha, is a doddering old woman. To bring her to life, Kuhn has cast pam Feicht, who has many local, regional, and national tour credits peppering her career as a professional actress. Kuhn beams, “Yes, we are really blessed to have pam working with us…She brings a different level of technique to the work, one informed by years learning what works on stage. So we spend less time talking about technique than I do with the rest of the cast. [Additionally], she is a wonderful model for the rest of the cast. She comes to rehearsal ready to work, having thought about different moments and ready to try out some choices… her generosity on stage contributes to the work of the rest of the cast. She’s a dream to work with.”

Kuhn has directed works by Ludwig at brockport in the past, including Fox on the Fairway. He finds that he loves “masterful craft in shaping comic situations and comic dialogue. While working on this production, I’ve discovered he can also craft a good thriller, setting up a situation and a theatrical moment! He just really understands how theatre can work.

performances of The Game’s Afoot are on December 2, 3, 8, 9, and 10, at 7:30 p.m. There is also a matinee on Sunday, December 4, at 2 p.m.

SUNY brockport’s up-to-date COvID19 prevention guidelines can be found on the ticketing website, the Fine Arts Series Facebook page, and at brockport. edu/coronavirus. Compliance with campus protocols is required in order to attend any performances or events.

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Jake Tomtishen is William Gillette, famous for playing Sherlock Holmes on stage, in Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot, a comedy-mystery.

Community Thanksgiving Dinner tradition continues

by Tami Raco

Providing a free Thanksgiving dinner to the community has become a 19-year tradition of Jimmy Zisovski, owner of Jimmy Z’s Plates & Shakes in Brockport. Over the past nearly 20 years, thousands of hot turkey dinners have been provided to the community free of charge on Thanksgiving. Last year, Jimmy Z partnered his efforts and care for the community with Jubilee Christian Church. Both had the same goal – to bless more families who are alone or unable to enjoy their own Thanksgiving meal. Clarkson’s Ridgecrest Turkey Farm provides all the turkeys for this community outreach. Donations from other area farmers and residents contribute to the “fixings.” Jimmy Z’s does the cooking and Jubilee Church provides a warm venue and the staff to serve and love on the community.

On Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., freshcooked Thanksgiving meals will be provided free of charge at Jubilee Christian Church, 3565 Lake Road North, Brockport (just north of Rt. 104). Reservations are required. Dine in and take out are both available. Donations are welcome but not required. Any donations go to the Brockport Food and Toy Shelf. Tom the Turkey will also be on hand to Turkey Trot and take pictures with the kiddos.

Donations of canned goods, produce, or pies are accepted and they can be dropped off at Jubilee Church (Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4p.m.) or Jimmy Z’s (Sunday or Wednesday, 3 to 8 p.m.). Anything not used for the Community Thanksgiving Meal will be donated to the Brockport Food Shelf.

For reservations or more information, call 585-6378530.

Both Zisovski and Emelio Sebastian, Pastor of Jubilee, believe in the importance of serving the local community. “Making sure people aren’t alone for the holiday is just one way to give back,” said Pastor Emelio.

Poppy Zisovski in the kitchen helping to prepare Thanksgiving dinner. Provided photo

Shown are (l-r) Kenya Howland (JCC volunteer), Jimmy Z’s Plates & Shakes owner - James Zisovski, Pastor Emelio Sebastian, Asia Howland (JCC Volunteer), Sophia Englant (JCC Volunteer), and Poppy Zisovski. Provided photo.

Presentation on Albion’s Santa Claus School

On Wednesday, December 7, the Clarkson Historical Society will host a presentation on the Santa Claus School and Christmas Park that was located in Albion.

Tim Archer, an Albion Middle School Civics and Service Learning Teacher, will talk about Charles W. Howard, a humble, local farmer who became known worldwide for operating the Santa Claus School, and then Christmas Park. Charles took a simple

idea, and with his passion, turned it into a Yuletide marvel. Over the years, many thousands flocked to Albion. Tim will discuss Charles’s childhood, why he started the Santa School and Park, what the school and park were like, and what eventually happened to the school.

The talk will be given at the Clarkson Academy located at 8339 West Ridge Road. The public is invited to this free presentation which begins at 7 p.m. Provided information

Robert Dean Chorale holding holiday concerts

The Robert Dean Chorale has welcomed Lindsay Schallmo as its new director and will be holding holiday concerts on Saturday, December 3, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 4, at 3 p.m.

Lindsay Schallmo has her BM in Music Education from the Crane School of Music at Potsdam and her MME with a focus in Vocal Pedagogy from Texas Christian University. She has worked with vocalists and choirs in both school and church settings and is delighted to be working with the Robert Dean Chorale.

The Saturday, December 3, concert will be held at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street, Brockport, beginning at 7 p.m. Parking is available

in the public lot on Erie Street. The Sunday, December 4, concert will be held at Elmgrove United Methodist Church, 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester, and begins at 3 p.m.

The program, entitled “Christmas Lights,” includes the “Candlelight Carol,” by John Rutter, and spirituals such as the medley “Rise Up, Shepherd, Behold That Star!” arranged by Philip Kern and “Look Up, Children” by Jay Althouse. Mark Hayes has combined “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” and “Jingle Bell Rock” – sure to have attendees tapping their toes and singing along. The Robert Dean Chorale says the concert wouldn’t be complete without a piece sure to remind concertgoers of wonderful Christmases past, “Christmas Memories” by Rosephanye Powell.

All are invited to start their holiday season with the music of the Robert Dean Chorale.

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Hilton-Parma Recreation coordinates Ski Club

Hilton-Parma Recreation is gearing up for another snow-filled season at Bristol Mountain with six dates booked for its Ski Club. The Recreation Department coordinates the club for the Hilton Central School District. It is for students in grades 7-12. There are currently some remaining seats on the motorcoach.

Ski Club occurs on Sundays on the following dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29; February 5 and 12. All students will depart from the Hilton Community Center at 59 Henry Street. Ski Club is chaperoned by teachers from the High School and Middle School.

Prices vary for lifts and rentals along with motorcoach transportation. Complete detailed information can be found on the homepage at www. hprecreation.org. Transportation registrations are handled through Hilton-Parma Recreation, while lifts and rental passes are booked directly through Bristol Mountain.

Those with questions regarding Ski Club can call the Recreation office at 392-9030 and ask for Sherry.

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Roberts Wesleyan University expands athletics with four new sports

On November 14, Roberts Wesleyan University President Deana L. Porterfield and Executive Director of Athletics Bob Segave announced that the university will add four new sports to its roster of NCAA Division II athletic offerings, bringing the total number of intercollegiate sports programs on campus to 20. Beginning in fall 2023, Roberts will add women’s field hockey, women’s triathlon, men’s volleyball and an electronic sports (Esports) team. These new athletic options will add a new dimension to the student experience and will afford more scholarship opportunities for prospective athletes.

“I’m delighted to share that we are planning to add these sports to Roberts Wesleyan University Athletics as a proof of our commitment to helping students succeed in all areas of life,” said Executive Director of Athletics Bob Segave. “I look forward to working with the new coaches and student athletes to build these programs at Roberts, the only NCAA Division II school in the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes Region. I am committed to mentoring my staff to serve students by providing a sense of confidence, belonging and spiritual formation as individuals and as a team.”

The university will begin a national search to hire coaches for these new teams, including hiring an additional athletic trainer/strength and conditioning coach to further support new athletic recruits. Redhawks Athletics will immediately begin recruiting new student athletes for these sports. In alignment with NCAA Division II rules, athletics scholarships will be available for all new sports beginning in fall 2023.

“It’s an exciting time to be a Redhawk, and this expansion of our competitive teams provides a more robust athletics program. For 157 years Roberts Wesleyan University has been committed to education for character, and our athletic programs provide opportunities for students to become the best they can be on and off the field,” said President Deana L. Porterfield. “As an NCAA Division II university, we are committed to the development of the student-athlete, which pairs academic excellence with excellence in competition. At Roberts we go one step further, integrating faith in all that we do. Our students excel academically across all disciplines and serve the community out of a call to transform society. This is the Roberts difference.”

The university worked closely with USA Triathlon and its Chief Operating Officer Tim Yount to expedite competition for women’s triathlon and East Coast Conference (ECC) Esports, one of the largest electronic sports conferences in the country. The Esports program has emerged in recent years and has grown in popularity with students who are interested in competing in something other than traditional sports. The college-age demographic is shifting toward this type of competition to put their skills and strategies to work competing in game titles like “Rocket League” and “Mario Kart.” The university plans to have a dedicated Esports gaming center on the main campus and will compete against other schools in the ECC and all levels of NCAA.

“With the addition of these new sports also comes the opportunity to make an impact on enrollment goals,” said Segave. “Redhawks Athletics is grateful for the leadership and support of President Porterfield and the cabinet as we continue to position Roberts Wesleyan University in both the ECC and NCAA Division II level.”

For more information on Redhawks Athletics, visit robertsredhawks.com.

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newsmakers

Brandon

Zachary Turlington, of Hamlin, gave a poster presentation at the seventh annual Michael J. Bond ‘75, M.D. Alumni/Undergraduate Science Symposium at SUNY Cortland.

The event connects current students and faculty in the sciences with alumni who have had success in the field and return to campus to share their experience and knowledge.

Lindsay Schallmo

Gamble from Rochester graduated with a MBA (MBA--Business Analytics) from Ohio University’s College of Business in summer 2022.

Salvation Army looking to fill thousands of volunteer spots

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During the next couple of weeks, Salvation Army locations throughout the region will kick off their annual Red Kettle fundraisers and Christmas assistance programs. These programs will provide local families and individuals in need with food, clothing, and presents under the Christmas tree for their children.

“As the need for Salvation Army assistance has continued to increase due to current economic hardships, so has the need for volunteers,” said Major Kevin Stoops, Divisional Commander for The Salvation Army, Empire State Division. “Volunteers are the backbone of The Sal-

vation Army – the army behind the Army – and we cannot provide the services we do without volunteers coming along side us as partners in our mission of helping those most in need.”

In fact, according to Major Stoops, thousands of volunteers are needed locally to help The Salvation Army in its mission – especially during the next two months.

“Whether it’s ringing bells at a Red Kettle for a couple of hours, sorting donations of toys and clothing, or helping parents pick out that perfect Christmas present for their child at a Salvation Army toy shop, The Salvation Army has numerous

and meaningful ways to serve others during the busy holiday season and beyond,” added Major Stoops.

Salvation Army services continue yearround – and so do the volunteer opportunities. All donations collected during Salvation Army fundraisers like the Red Kettle campaign, stay in the community to help local families and individuals.

To enquire about Salvation Army volunteer opportunities, call your local Salvation Army, or text “TSAVolunteer” to 51555. Provided information

Blood Drive

•Schedule an appointment to donate using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). All who give through November 22 will receive a $10 e-gift card by email to a merchant of choice. Details are available at rcblood.org/perks. Upcoming blood drives: November 22, 1 to 6 p.m., Brockport Fireman’s Exempt Club, 248 West Avenue, Brockport; November 25, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Westside Family YMCA, 920 Elmgrove Road, Rochester.

Donations Needed

•Uniting & Healing Through Hope of Monroe County is sponsoring its annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive through November 21. Donation centers include churches, community organizations, police stations, and government offices throughout the county. Visit UnitingThroughHope.com for drop-off locations, a list of needed food items, or to make a monetary donation.

Events

•The Gathering Table free community dinner will be held at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street, on Sunday, November 20. Dinein will be 1 to 2 p.m. The menu is turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, squash, green bean casserole, and pies. Take-out at 12:45 p.m. (if food is available). The Teen Closet will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

•Photo exhibit by Brockport native Mary D’Agostino runs through the end of November at Hart Gallery 27, 27 Market Street, Brockport. Visit hartgallery27.com for information.

•Polish Heritage Society of Rochester is hosting Wigilia, a traditional Polish Christmas Eve dinner, on December 10 at St. John Fisher’s College at Cleary Hall in Rochester. This is a family event where attendees will sing Polish Christmas Carols, experience foods from a traditional Polish Christmas Eve Dinner as well as have a visit by Saint Nicholas for the children. Limited seating available. Advanced purchased seating only prior to December 2. Tickets are $35 for Polish Heritage Society of Rochester Members, $40 for non-members, $20 for children ages 6-18, and free for children under 5. Visit www. polishheritagerochester.org/?page_id=41 for information and to purchase tickets.

•Euchre every Tuesday from September to June, 7 p.m., at the Hamlin Exempts, 1382 Lake Road North, Hamlin. Partners Tournament, $5 per person. Play 8 hands - 8 games, 10 cent bumps. For information, call Tim Markle at 978-1598 or Alice Slate at 478-4721.

•The Hilton-Parma Gazebo Band, under the direction of Dr. Charles P. Schmidt, will perform free community Christmas concerts on Friday, December 2, 7:30 p.m., at Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, and Tuesday, December 6, 7:30 p.m., at Bethany Presbyterian Church, 3000 Dewey Avenue, Greece. Donations of nonperishable food items to benefit the Hilton and Greece Community Food Shelves, respectively, may be made at the door.

•The Robert Dean Chorale will be holding holiday concerts on Saturday, December 3, 7 p.m., at Brockport First Baptist Church, 124 Main Street, Brockport (parking is available in the public lot on Erie Street), and Sunday, December 4, 3 p.m., at Elmgrove United Methodist Church, 1500 Spencerport Road, Rochester.

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Government Meetings

•Chili: Zoning Board of Appeals – November 22, 7 p.m. at the Town Hall Main Meeting Room (live stream available). All town offices closed November 24 and 25 for the Thanksgiving Day holiday.

•Churchville: Board of Trustees – November 21, 6 p.m. and November 28, 7 p.m. at the Village Municipal Building, 23 East Buffalo Street.

•Clarkson: Town Board – November 22, 7 p.m.; at the Clarkson Town Hall, 3710 Lake Road.

•Hamlin: Town Board – November 30, 7 p.m.; Zoning Board – November 21, 7 p.m.; Conservation Board – November 28, 7 p.m., at the Hamlin Town Hall, 1658 Lake Road.

•Riga: Conservation Board – November 28 at 7 p.m.; Zoning Board – December 1 at 7 p.m.

•Sweden: Planning Board – November 28, 7 p.m.; Town Board – November 29 (fifth Tuesday), 6 p.m., at Town Office, 18 State Street, Brockport.

Health/Help

•Flu Shot Clinics at WEMOCO, 3589 Big Ridge Road, Spencerport, room A-116, from 3 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 1. Open to the public (ages 18 and up). Bring insurance card. Free for those covered by a BOCES 2 health plan. If non-participating insurance or without insurance, a $35 fee is payable by cash or check. For clinical questions, call Flu Prevention Partners of Workplace Vitality at 568-8340.

•The Spencerport addiction support group meeting for anyone touched by addiction is every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., at Spencerport Wesleyan Church, 2653 Nichols Street. Park in the back, enter thru downstairs door and go all the way to the back and through a door to the back room. Call 402-2729 with any questions.

•Online or in-person Al-Anon family groups are for anyone affected by a friend or loved one’s drinking. Visit, http://www.aisrochester.org/ or call 585-288-0540 to find out more. We embrace anonymity and offer a program that shares the experience, strength, and hope of people struggling with alcoholism in those they love.

•The Samaritan Harvest provides free produce and baked goods on Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to noon, at the Lodge on the Canal, 133 State Street, Brockport.

•If you or a Veteran you know needs support to help with life’s challenges, visit VA.gov/REACH. Veterans (and their loved ones) who are experiencing emotional crisis can dial 988 then Press 1, chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or send a text message to 838255 to receive free, confidential support, 24/7, regardless of VA health care enrollment.

•Willow Domestic Violence Center hotlines are available 24/7. Call 222-SAFE (7233) or text 348SAFE (7233) to speak confidentially with a staff member or counselor.

Historical

•Clarkson Historical Society hosts a presentation about the Santa Claus School and Christmas Park that was located in Albion on Wednesday, December 7, at 7 p.m., at the Clarkson Academy, 8339 West Ridge Road. Tim Archer will discuss Charles Howard’s childhood, why he started the Santa School and Park, what the school and park were like, and what eventually happened to the school. Free and open to the public.

gerplays on November 21. Lego Club for all ages meets on Thursday, December 1, from 6 to 7 p.m. Make Lego Christmas ornaments to take home or just creatively build for fun. The Library is closed from Thursday, November 24, through Sunday, November 27, in celebration of Thanksgiving. For information, call 964-2320, go to hamlinlibraryny. org, or visit the library’s Facebook page.

•Hoag Library in Albion is open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meeting rooms are available to the public (reservation form on website). One-On-One Tech Help, Wednesdays by appointment. Free books for ages 0 to 5: register your child for the Books from Birth program. TGIF Craft Day, Fridays, 1 p.m., please register.

•Ogden Farmers’ Library, 269 Ogden Center Road, is open Monday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday-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.). Story time every Tuesday and Friday at 10:15 a.m. Rotating registration-required kids events every Thursday 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.: ROCDOG Therapy Dog Visit (first Thursday), LEGO Club (second Thursday), Pokémon Trainers Club (fourth Thursday). Walking Club for all ages every Thursday at 10 a.m., meeting at Union St. Coffee House. Adult Book Club meets every fourth Thursday. For information, visit OgdenLibrary.com or facebook. com/ogdenfarmerslibrary.

•Parma Public Library, 7 West Avenue, Hilton is holding the following events (no registration unless indicated): Baby Storytime & Sensory Play – Tuesday, November 22, 10:30 a.m., for ages 0 to 3 to enjoy stories, songs, and sensory play. Teen Tuesday – November 22, 3 to 4 p.m., for youth in grades 7 to 12 to enjoy snacks, games, crafts, and Netflix. Cozy Down Coloring, Puzzles, & Games – Saturday, November 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meeting room will be open for you to drop in to work on puzzles, relax and wind down by coloring, or play a game with a friend. All supplies provided. For information, call 392-8350 or visit www.parmapubliclibrary.org.

•This is a sample of programs held at the Seymour Library, 161 East Avenue, Brockport, 637-1050. For complete information, visit seymourlibraryweb.org. Programs marked with and * require advance registration. Tail Waggin’ Tutors Joey & Cissy – Mondays, 3 to 4 p.m., for ages 4 to 12 to practice their reading skills with a supportive canine listener. Thanksgiving Day Trivia*– Tuesday November 22, 2 to 3 p.m. Perk up the conversation at this year’s holiday meal with some little-known facts about our Thanksgiving holiday. Many of our time-honored traditions of Thanksgiving are not related to the Pilgrims, but are from some other surprising sources. Pokémon Club – Wednesday, November 23, 3 to 4 p.m. This group will meet either in the Story Tower or the Duryea Room to discuss all things Pokémon. Items from the library’s collection will be made available and bringing your card collection is highly encouraged.

The Seymour Library will be closing at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, and will be closed on Thursday, November 24, for the Thanksgiving holiday. The library reopens at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 25. Anime Binge Bonanza – Friday, November 25, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., for grades 6-12. Come use Seymour’s Crunchyroll subscription to watch anime favorites after your holiday feasting.

Meetings

ClosedSaturdayandSunday,MemorialDay,FourthofJuly, LaborDay,Thanksgiving,ChristmasandNewYear’sDay. Also,theofficeisclosedonFridayswhichprecedeMemorial.... Day,LaborDayaswellastheFridayfollowingThanksgiving.

•Mary and Bright Holiday Market and Food Tasting on November 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Compane Trattoria, 25 Parce Avenue (in the Cannery Building, off Main Street), Fairport. Features house made pasta, fresh cut pine wreaths, hand blown glass Christmas ornaments, Pampered Chef, raffles, and more. This is a benefit to support research at Wilmot Cancer Institute that aims to improve the chances of earlier detection of pancreatic cancer. Contact Angela E. Uttaro at 585-314-3134 for tickets, vendor, participation, and donation inquiries. Direct donations for the benefit can be made at https://uofr. us/holidaymarket.

•The Gates Historical Society will meet on Monday, November 21, 7 p.m., at the Gates Town Hall Annex. Jack Kowiak will do a program about Thanksgiving Trivia. There is no charge for this program. The facility is handicapped accessible. Coming in December is “Holly Days” at our historical house. For details, visit www. gateshistory.org.

Library Programs

•The Hamlin Public Library is open Mondays/ Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays/ Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Preschool Storytime is every Monday at 10:30 a.m.; letter I themed books, songs and fin-

•Brockport Fire District meets Monday, November 21, 6:30 p.m., at Station #3, 191 West Avenue, Brockport.

•Hamlin Morton Walker Board of Fire Commissioners holds a regular business meeting on November 21, 7 p.m., at the Hamlin Morton Walker Fire District Building, 1521 Lake Road, Hamlin.

School Board

•Churchville-Chili Board of Education meets Tuesday, November 22, at 139 Fairbanks Road, Churchville. Work Session at 6 p.m. in Professional Development Room A. Regular Business Meeting at 7 p.m. in the Administrative Board Room #3808. All attendees must pre-register with Barb Woo at 293-1800 ext. 2305.

Food for Families Campaign underway to benefit Foodlink

The US Department of Agriculture estimates that more than 34 million people are food insecure, nine million of which are children. Tops Friendly Markets is once again hosting its annual Food for Families Campaign, now in its 16th year, with a goal to provide more than two million meals for neighbors in need. The campaign runs through December 24, 2022.

Tops Food for Families campaign is synonymous with The Little Brown Bag of Hope. Customers can purchase a Little

Brown Bag of Hope paper icon at the register anytime they shop. At the register, customers will be asked if they want to support the campaign by buying a $5, $10, and/or $20 bag for someone in need in our community or to round up their change.

Little Brown Bags which are filled with nutritious items that will help families extend their meal planning, can also be purchased at any self-scan register.

Virtual Little Brown Bags of Hope will also be available for purchase online by

visiting https://www.neighborshelpinngneighbors.com. Here customers can select what food bank they wish their donation to benefit.

Julia Tedesco, President & CEO of Foodlink, said: “The food collected and funds raised go directly toward supporting our mission of ending hunger and building healthier communities. We can’t thank Tops shoppers enough for their continued generosity during the holiday season.”

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Labors of Love exhibit draws on two decades of quilting squares influenced by female artists

It is an art exhibit 20 years in the making, and it brings into focus female artists whose work has historically been overshadowed by art made by men. Labors of Love is curated by Dr. Alisia Chase, whose Women in Art course requires students to make quilt squares to honor the women whose art they have studied throughout the semester. The exhibition will run from November 29 through December 11 in the Tower Fine Arts Center Gallery, 180 Holley Street, Brockport. The show is free and open to the public. Gallery hours for this exhibition are Monday through Friday, noon to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. An opening reception will take place on Tuesday, November 29, at 4 p.m.

A symposium connected to the exhibit will also take place on November 29. Chase has invited five former students who took the class in the past to talk about their work as female creatives in the real world. Some are artists – one is a local restaurateur, one owns a clothing shop, one is an artist and a mother of six. A few will speak during the day’s Women in Art class from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (2205 Tower), followed by the remaining speakers from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Gallery, leading up to the official opening.

Chase has been teaching the course since 2002, her first year on the Brockport campus. Some of the quilt squares date back to that very first year she taught the course. She explains that the students “make the squares as part of their final project. The squares have to honor the life and/or work of one female artist they admire… We meet during the final week of the semester and have a metaphorical quilting bee, where everyone shares how they made their quilt squares and why they made the aesthetic/ formal choices they did.” For the students, who are not necessarily art majors, “making the squares helps them understand how artists make formal choices about their medium that then affect the message.”

The students “have free rein, in their composition and iconography,” but they do have to follow Chase’s parameters that the piece include “at least one handmade element using sewing, knitting, crocheting, or some other type of technique associated with the domestic realm.” This helps students “begin to understand that these

undervalued crafts made by women and typically denigrated as ‘women’s work’ – not worthy of the museum or the gallery – were actually time-consuming, well-designed, well-executed, and just as beautiful as the fine or high art made by men.” When combined with the knowledge that most “women’s work” was underappreciated and unpaid, students also reassess what the phrase “a labor of love” truly means.

There have been very few changes in the assignment over the past two decades. However, Chase currently allows students to include digital images that they print onto fabric, and that “now, instead of them writing a research paper about their artist, they write a lengthy blog post with photos of the artist’s works and their quilt square. Then they can all read and comment on each other’s blogs.”

Of course, if you are going to undertake a project in which you honor a female artist, you have to know who some of them are. For the past 10 years, Chase’s first assignment to her class is to “take out a piece of paper and write down the names of five female visual artists. The results are abysmal – the majority can’t name any, and are ironically, somewhat worse now than they were five or six years ago.

The only difference is that while previously Georgia O’Keeffe was one of the few they could name, now it’s Frida Kahlo…but now they don’t know O’Keeffe. This can be disheartening, but my reward is that

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Artists whom Chase considers her students’ favorites include “Mary Cassatt, Kahlo, and a young British artist Tracey Emin, whose highly confessional artwork is something young women always relate to. Looking at the similarities and differences in the Tracey Emin squares is revealing – you can always tell who the square honors, as Emin’s style is so distinctive, but the way they ‘honor’ her reveals more about their lives than hers. There are always two or three students a year whose work really amazes me due to its originality or effort.”

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As the sun rises every morning, it’s creator to extol the moon hides until evening to perform it’s role.

Yet, God’s footprint is found from the lowest valley to the highest mountain peak But, to the ocean He speaks, to go so far and no further, While rivers and streams freely flow throughout the Earth in majestic rhythm to glorify their master.

The birds of the air, fish of the sea, along with every living thing enjoy His favor.

Even flowers that grow in meadows of green, with trees of the field are all seen

When they bloom and repose as God ordains the seasons, for all mankind this is the reason.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Quilt squares that are part of Labors of Love, an exhibition running November 29 through December 11 at the Tower Fine Arts Center Gallery.

the fourth week of class, they have already been introduced to at least 100 female artists they had never heard of, and the idea of choosing just one becomes challenging!”

This is Westside News. Thank you for reading!

Thanksgiving: Have an attitude of gratitude

by Bryan Golden

Thanksgiving is much more than a big meal with family and friends. It’s a time to reflect on, and be thankful for, all of the good things you have. It’s important to be grateful, not just on Thanksgiving, but each and every day. Rather than lamenting what you feel is lacking in your life, begin each new day by developing an attitude of gratitude. Take inventory of your blessings and you will be surprised at just how much you have to be thankful for.

If you have enough to eat, a place to live, a way to get around, people who care about you, or people you care about, then you are wealthy. If you lack any of these elements, you must still be grateful for what you do have, while striving to obtain whatever is absent.

Focus on all positive aspects of your life. Take nothing for granted. Every morning, recharge your appreciation. Be happy for everything there is, not upset over what you feel is missing.

Dreams of the future shouldn’t diminish appreciation for the present. If all you do is concentrate on what you want, you won’t enjoy today. Don’t be jealous of others; what they do or have has no bearing on you.

You can feel bitter or resentful for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you feel something is missing from your life, things aren’t going your way, or you have been treated unfairly. You may wonder, “Why do these things always happen to me?”

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•Harper, Richard C., of Gates, died November 7, 2022 at age of 84. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Celia A. Harper; his children, Scott (Donna) Harper and Timothy (Ariane) Harper; his grandchildren, Joshua, Maya and Gabrielle Harper; his brother, James Harper; and many nieces and nephews. Richard was predeceased by several of his brothers and sisters. Richard was a Boy Scout and served on the Kendall Boy Scout Camp Board for many years. He was retired from Seneca Paper where he worked in sales.

Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Hilton.

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•Cortright, Marian E., died November 13, 2022 at age 98. She is predeceased by her husbands Harmon Wietz, James Williams and George Cortright, her son Dean Wietz, sister Helen Kucey, her brother and sister-in-law Francis and Lois Teller. She is survived by her daughter Wendy Heffer; grandchildren Devon (Gina Castillo) Heffer, Ross (Alison) Heffer, Darren (Joy) Wietz, Patrick Wietz; her daughter-in-law Molly (Paul) Lambert; step-daughters Charlotte (Norman) Wright, Lynn Allen; great grandchildren Jack Heffer, Lily Heffer and Jameson Wietz; nieces, nephews and many other extended family members. Marian was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Brockport and worked in the payroll department at Eastman Kodak Company until her retirement in 1980. She loved to garden, especially vegetables and she adored cardinals. For the last nine years, she has resided at Cottage Gove in North Chili.

Family will receive friends at the Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., 340 West Avenue, Brockport, on Saturday, December 3, from 10 to 11 a.m. with a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. A Graveside Service will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Contributions can be made to the Rochester Presbyterian Home Foundation, 256 Thurston Road, Rochester, NY 14619, to help their residents whose finances have been depleted continue receiving care at Cottage Grove.

•Mura, Susan Lee, age 71, died November 9, 2022 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 27, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Lena (Shepler) Mura. She is survived by her children, Shawn (Valentina) Zugehoer, Brian (Melissa) Zugehoer and Jason Zugehoer; her 12 grandchildren and great grandchild; her sister Cindy Mura; and her sister-in-law and good friend Lynn Zugehoer Sheehan. Susan was employed as a bus driver until her focus was needed on fighting her illness. Susan enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She loved to talk politics, watch cooking shows, read anything written by Nicholas Sparks and Kristin Hannah and enjoyed painting by numbers.

Her Funeral Service was held November 17 at Fowler Funeral Home, Inc., Brockport with a Graveside Service to be held privately in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

• Weber, “Aunt Peggy,” died November 14, 2022 at age 67. Predeceased by her parents James and Jean Weber, her

Life’s problems tend to dominate your thoughts, turning your focus to what you feel is wrong. You may start to resent those who appear to be better off. You’re apt to dwell on things you think would make your life better if you had them. If only you had more money, more time, a bigger house, a different car, a different job, a different boss, had picked a different career, etc.

Once your attitude becomes one of deficiency instead of abundance and appreciation, you can become overwhelmed by feelings of frustration and feel like a victim. As this happens, a consuming vicious cycle starts.

Being bitter or resentful blows situations out of proportion. People who are bitter frequently find that their situations deteriorate and their mental and physical health decays.

It’s difficult, if not impossible, to achieve your goals while you are bitter or resentful. Regardless of what challenges might befall you, bitterness makes finding solutions much more elusive.

There is no point to feeling bitter since it accomplishes nothing, harms you and makes things worse. Filling yourself with gratitude on a daily basis makes you feel good, while driving out negative feelings.

Begin your practice of gratitude each morning as soon as you wake. Every day is a great day. If you have any doubts, try missing one. Take inventory of everything, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant, that is good in your life.

If it helps, make a written list of all things you are grateful

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•Beckman, Barbara J., died November 13, 2022 at age 91. Predeceased by her husband, Edward; son, Mark; daughter, Belinda; and son-in-law, Pat Sposato. Survived by her children, Laurie Sposato, Terry (Steve) Eckerson, Doug (Sue) Beckman and Diane (Bill) O’Connor; 14 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; two brothers; three sisters; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Barb worked at Florence Brasser School for over 30 years and was a longtime member of St. Pius Tenth Church.

Her Funeral Mass was celebrated November 19 at St. Pius Tenth Church, Chili. Interment, St. Pius Cemetery. Contributions can be made to Lifetime Assistance or Seabury Woods in her memory. Arrangements entrusted to Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, Chili.

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•Reeves, Sharlene (Leibeck), age 68, died suddenly November 10, 2022. Sharlene was born February 23, 1954 to the late James and Mary Jane Leibeck. In addition to her parents, Sharlene is predeceased by her infant son, Charles David Teeter. She is survived by her loving husband Dave Reeves; her siblings, Kathy (Bill) Chase, Darlene (Tim) Baum, James (Jennifer) Leibeck and Steve (Amy) Leibeck; her children Greg (Jennifer) Teeter, Rachel (Matt) Roberts, Amanda (Chris Watts) Teeter, Adam (Gina) Teeter; several grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Sharlene was known for her ability to create beautiful environments. She demonstrated this skill in landscape and garden designs and in floral arrangements. She was known for her ability to cultivate, display, and design experiences using plants and other forms of nature. Sharlene was the director of Gardenscape of Rochester, NY and was a board member of the Monroe County Fair and the State Nurseryman Association.

Her Funeral Service was held November 16 at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Churchville. Donations can be made to the New York State Nursery and Landscape Association, Inc. in Sharlene’s memory.

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•Klafehn, Karl W., died November 12, 2022, at age 89. Karl was predeceased by his parents, Luther and Minnie Lotzow Klafehn, and his siblings and their spouses Dean (Loraine) Klafehn, Marion (Norman) Rath, Luther (“Joe”) (Adeline) Klafehn and Helen (Luther) Unterborn. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 66 years, Barbara; children Rev. Richard (Dianne) Klafehn of Syracuse, Jeffrey Klafehn of Glen Mills, PA, Todd (Joan) Klafehn of Penfield, and Holly (Ronald) Drake, of Darien, CT; grandchildren Zachary and Joshua Klafehn, Erica and Ruslan Klafehn, and Christopher, Matthew, and Karson Drake; and many nieces and nephews. Karl retired in 1991 from 30+ years at Eastman Kodak Company (silver recovery and chemical manufacturing departments), was a lifelong active member of St. John Lutheran Church (Hamlin) and was for many years active in local politics as a Hamlin town councilman (1964-1975). He spearheaded the

for. Read your list every day. As you do this, you will build and reinforce your attitude of gratitude. Don’t waste any time with what you feel you don’t have.

Keep things in perspective. Consider all the people who have overcome difficulties far worse than yours. Don’t be consumed by your problems, there is always a solution. Maintaining an attitude of gratitude allows your mind to devise a resolution for your circumstances.

Make everyday a day of Thanksgiving and you will be amazed how much better your life will become.

Bryan Golden is the author of “Dare to Live Without Limits.” Contact Bryan at Bryan@columnist.com or visit www.DareToLiveWithoutLimits.com

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•Albers, John P., 1935-2022, died November 9, 2022. John is predeceased by his wife, Dianne Albers; parents, Paul and Rose Albers; daughter, Alison; step-daughters, Tamara (David) and Michelle (Jason). He is survived by his children, Johnna Albers, Mary Harris, John (Pauline) Albers; step-children, Melanie Adams and Val Adams; grandchildren, Ricky II, Steven Anthony, Joanna, Tanner, Kaylie, Dayquan, Steven, Keisha, Jimmy, Richie, Meghan, Brianna and Cory; step-grandchildren, Natasha (Todd), Jeremy (Amy), Jennifer, Christopher, Adrian (Pamela), Christa, Victoria, and Collin; 12 great-grandchildren; nine step-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and dear friends. John was a graduate of Hornell High School and spent his early years in the Navy. After his military career, he worked as a mechanical engineer at Xerox. John and his wife, Dianne, retired early and enjoyed many years traveling the country together with their RV.

John’s Graveside Service was celebrated November 15 at White Haven Memorial Park in the Creation Chapel. Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.

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•Devine, Michael E., 1940-2022, died November 9, 2022, at age 81. Predeceased by his parents Eddie and Oonah Devine; brother, Gordan Devine; and infant sisters, Elizabeth and Maureen Devine. Michael is survived by his loving wife, Ruth (Jacobs) Devine; children, Maureen (Corey) Devine-Lorenzo, Sara Ann Devine, Sean (Meggan) Devine; grandchildren, Kayman, Lia, Marissa, and Corey James Lorenzo and Samantha and Michael Devine; his sister Mary Frances (Ginger) Michel (Devine); and many nieces and nephews. Michael was a veteran of the US Army and a retiree of General Motors (Delco) where he worked for 32 years. He is an alumni of Aquinas Institute, class of 1959.

His Funeral Mass was held November 14 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Spencerport. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations can be made to Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516 in his memory.

Arrangements entrusted to Walker Brothers Funeral Home, Spencerport.

• Sage, Virginia “Gini” (Campion) , died November 15, 2022 after a prolonged illness. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Gerald “Jerry” Sage; and their children, Megan Volhejn, Christopher (Wendy) Sage, and Jeremy (Sara) Sage; grandchildren Hannah, Mackenzie, Cole, Shane, Jake, Silas, and Logan. She is also survived by her siblings, Susan (Jay) Robinson, Frank (Karen) Campion, and Laurel (Kevin) Anderson along with her nieces and nephews. Gini grew up in Vestal, NY, attended college at RIT where she met Jerry, and was a decades-long employee of St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester. She enjoyed tending to her gardens, their cats, and being near the water ~ trips to Fair Haven for much of her life and occasional trips to the ocean and Old Forge with family.

Friends may call on Tuesday, November 22, from 12 to 2 p.m. at Walker Brothers Funeral Home, 15 West Avenue, Spencerport, followed by Gini’s Funeral Service at 2 p.m. Interment, private. She loved the color purple, and if you feel so inclined, we would love to see lots of purple at her services. Donations can be made to Mr. Grey’s Strays,18 East Avenue, Brockport, NY 14420 in her memory.

•Widger, Barbara V., died November 15, 2022. Barbara is predeceased by her husband, Ken Widger; also predeceased by Joe Putch Jr., whom she was blessed to spend her life with following Ken’s passing. She is survived by her children, Dorine (Jeff Funk) Widger, David (Sharon) Widger and Carole (Phil) Woods; grandchildren, Rich (Jeanine) Shaffer, Adam (Sondra) Widger, Erin (Daniel) Caryk, Aubrey (Daniel) Lehman, Troy (Devan Currao) Gambrill and Jenna (Daniel Yaeger) Woods; 12 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Barbara’s Celebration of Life will be held at a future date. Donations can be made to the Black Lake Association, PO Box 308, Hammond, NY 13646 in her memory.

Parma breaks ground on new dog park

Thank you to Assemblyman Josh Jensen for his assistance and support on this project for our community,” said Roose.

During a recent survey of Parma residents, one of the most requested additions to the town’s recreation amenities was a dog park. After the construction of a new, state-of-the-art handicap accessible playground at Parma Town Park, Assemblyman Jensen worked with the town to identify their recreation needs and how to satisfy the demands of their mutual constituencies. Jensen secured $50,000 in grant funding from New York State for planned construction of the dog park, ensuring that the project will have minimal impact on Parma taxpayers.

“I am proud to have brought home state resources to help support the Town of Parma as they deliver for mutual constituents,” said Jensen. “The residents of our community have asked for more amenities in which the whole family, dogs included, can enjoy, and I am proud to work with my colleagues in local government to ensure that the needs of our community are met.”

“We are excited to begin this new expansion in our beautiful Parma Town Park and offer our residents a space that they can enjoy with their dogs as well.

“Parma Town Park is a one-of-a-kind experience consisting of most amenities one associates with a park all in one location,” said Venniro. “A dog park, however, is one feature that it currently does not provide to our community. Paired with survey results requesting the addition of a dog park by our residents, studies show that dog parks are one of the fastest growing segments of parks and communities. We are excited for this addition to our park that will improve quality of life for so many by offering a safe space for our furry friends and providing an outlet for socialization and physical activity for both dogs and their owners. We thank Assemblyman Jensen for securing state resources to support the project and his passion for enhancing our community.”

Earlier this year, Assemblyman Jensen also secured $25,000 in state funding for the Parma Public Library, as well as continued his commitment to improving quality of life through recreation by introducing the Everyone Can Play Act (A.9539), which would create a state grant program to help make it easier for local municipalities to afford to install handicap-accessible aspects to recreation facilities, as well as legislation that would ensure certain handicap-accessible playground equipment in playgrounds within each state park (A.9923).

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Pictured left to right: Town Clerk , Parma Town Supervisor , Assemblyman , Hilton-Parma Parks and Recreation Director Tom Venniro, and members of the Parma Town Board and Hilton-Parma Parks & Recreation Commission.

Assemblyman Josh Jensen (R,C,I-Greece), Parma Town Supervisor Jim Roose, Hilton-Parma Parks and Recreation Director Tom Venniro, and members of the Parma Town Board, and Hilton-Parma Parks & Recreation Commission, as well as members of the community, gathered to officially break ground on a new dog park in the Town of Parma on Thursday, November 10.

In Memory of

Janette Hundley

1928 - November 14, 2021

The grace of a woman brings her a place of honor. An excellent wife accords her husband a place of significance, publicly and personally. A prudent wife is a gift from God, better than any earthly inheritance. Such a woman gives her husband prudent counsel and provides her family with the leadership of reason and good sense.

There is strength of character and an aura of dig nity about the godly woman that cannot be found even among godly men.

Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she smiles at the future.

Proverbs 31:25

Love forever, Jim, George, Linda and Carrie

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Spencerport CSD holding Capital Improvement Project vote

Spencerport Central School District 2022 Capital Improvement Project Vote is scheduled for Tuesday, December 13, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., in the District Office building, 71 Lyell Avenue.

The district will propose a $23.4 million referendum with minimal taxpayer impact for voters to consider. It includes additional safety and security measures including new secured vestibule entrances; and extensive infrastructure repairs and replacements, including roofing, HVAC systems, boilers and paving. Additional

scope items include the replacement of the playground at Munn Elementary School.

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This project prioritizes needs by building and provides a blueprint for the district to develop a phase 2 project in the future. The project also aligns with the district fiscal accountability in its short and long-term planning with minimal tax impact.

If approved, the project will be in design and under review for much of the 2023 year with construction beginning in 2024 and completed in 2025.

An informational meeting on the project will be held on Tuesday, November 29, at 6 p.m. in the Spencerport High School performing arts center. For all the details related to the project and community vote, please visit www.spencerportschools.org. Provided information and photos

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Adequate Insurance Coverage

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Insuring for less than the full value is false economy, and refers to valuation no longer available in most policies. Nearly all insurance companies now require homeowner's policies to be insured at 100% of actual replacement cost in order to cover a loss completely. Most companies also offer at least "extended replacement cost" to cover inflationary cost increases for construction and the added costs of loss clean up. Choosing an inflation guard clause for your policy that automatically raises your coverage in step with rising prices is another way you can protect yourself. You should evaluate your insurance coverage based on the value of your house and contents at least every two years to make sure that you are adequately covered.

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Additional scope items include the replacement of the playground at Munn Elementary School.

Hilton-Parma Senior Center offers shopping transportation

The Hilton-Parma Senior Center offers Senior Express transportation service year-round for seniors in the Town of Parma.

Every Wednesday morning at 9:30 a.m., the Senior Center’s driver departs to pick up registered seniors and provides transportation to and from a pre-selected destination for groceries, shopping, and lunch on your own

afterwards. Transportation is offered to Walmart, Aldi, Tops, Dollar Tree, Christmas Tree Shop, Goodwill, and many other places; destinations are subject to change. The transportation fee is $2 round-trip, paid to the driver.

Call the Hilton-Parma Senior Center office at 392-9030 for a current schedule and to register for these weekly trips. Provided information

In the early morning hours of Monday, November 7, Brockport Firefighters and mutual aid crews from Spencerport, Churchville, Murray, Hilton, Kendall, and Bergen responded to a reported structure fire at 147 Shumway Road in Sweden with the occupant inside suffering from trouble breathing. First arriving personnel indicated nothing showing from the exterior, however a heavy smoke condition was apparent as crews entered the home. The entry team came upon the female resident on the floor and immediately extricated her from the hot zone to an awaiting ambulance. She was transported to Strong Hospital where she was last reported in stable condition and able to speak with hospital staff and fire investigators. Chief Scott Wainwright reports the family is beyond appreciative of the efforts everyone put forth for their mother. In addition to the resident, crews rescued one dog and five cats from the home. Photo by Michael Henry BFD Safety Officer.

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The 2022 Capital Improvement Project proposes the construction of new secured vestibule entrances in each building. Renderings have not been finalized and are subject to change.

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Lowry, Broadnax help Hilton end 28-year title drought in football

by Warren Kozireski

The last time Hilton football raised the Section V championship trophy over their heads was 1994. That all ended in 2022 as junior running back Robert Lowry and senior Jeffery Broadnax combined for 356 yards rushing as the Cadets crushed Webster-Schroeder 40-7 in the Class A Section V title game.

lead on their first possession, but Hilton returned serve with a 10-play, 65-yard scoring drive capped by senior Luca Dodge connecting on a 27-yard field goal.

sure on the Warriors quarterback, forcing an errant throw that Broadnax intercepted. Ten plays later,

Lowry had his first touchdown of the game and Hilton took a lead they would never relinquish.

Broadnax finished off the first drive of the second half with a seven-yard touchdown run to make it 17-7 and the Cadets ran off a 12-play scoring drive to start the fourth quarter with Broadnax again finding the endzone.

The Cadets capped their victory as Lowry scampered for a 69-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter and senior Cemel Grayson covered a Schroeder end zone fumble for the final tally.

“Before the season even started, I said we had something special,” Broadnax said. “Everybody just bought in each week and each practice; the little details all came into play tonight and we came as victors.”

“We always seemed to run into somebody who can knock us off and was a little bit better than we were, but this year we got knocked off by Schroeder early but kept working…and we did see them again tonight,” Hilton head coach Rich Lipani said.

“A lot of years, a lot of times knocking on the door and come up a little bit short so this year we finally knocked it down.”

Lowry led the way with 218 yards rushing on 18 carries and two touchdowns and was named Offensive Player of the Game. Broadnax had 138 yards on 26 carries and two touchdowns and was named the Most Valuable Player.

“Our coaches are great – they saw that they had a great game plan and then we switched ours up and they couldn’t adjust and we ran away with it,” junior center Anthony Letta said.

“Coach hadn’t done it for 28 years, but he still stuck with the team because he loves the program and we love him for all the hard work he does for us,” Khuns said.

Hilton was set to host Section VI champ Jamestown in the state quarterfinals.

Bryce Harper named Hickok Belt® Award winner for October 2022

Bryce Harper, 30-year-old right fielder for the Major League Philadelphia Phillies, has been named the Hickok Belt® Award winner for October 2022. Voting was conducted by a select panel of members of the National Sports Media Association (NSMA). The voters selected Harper based on his performance at the plate during the month of October. On October 23, with 45,000 fans in attendance, he put the Phillies on top during Game 5 of the National League Championship Series against the San Diego Padres. In the bottom of the 8th inning, Harper hit a go-ahead two-run home run that sent his team to the 2022 World Series. His game-changing home run made baseball history and was one of the greatest moments in Philly sports history. Bryce Harper was voted 2022 NLCS MVP for his game-changing home runs.

Other finalists for October in order

of how the NSMA voters ranked them were: Luka Doncic (basketball), Katie Ledecky (swimming), Josh Allen (football), Framber Valdez (baseball), Jake Oettinger (hockey), Max Verstappen (auto racing), Sophia Smith (soccer), Deontay Wilder (boxing), and Felix Auger-Aliassime (tennis).

Harper’s selection as the Hickok Belt® Award winner for October 2022 recognizes him as “the best of the best” in professional sports for the month, and makes him the ninth candidate eligible to receive the overall award for 2022. He joins Aaron Judge, Rory McIlroy, Novak Djokovic, Steph Curry, Justin Thomas, Scottie Scheffler, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Cooper Kupp and other finalists throughout the year based on NSMA voting.

To learn more about the Hickok Belt ® Award and its history, visit hickokbelt.com.

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Junior Brady Quill led the Cadets with ten tackles while senior Nick McMahon had six and senior Karl Khuns added five and was named the Lineman of the Game.

Coach Rich Lipani addresses the team following their win. Photo from @HiltonCadets on Twitter.

Spencerport Rangers boys volleyball team defeated Brockport to win their third consecutive Class B Sectional title on November 10. Brody Jackson was named MVP and joined teammates Collin Auburn and Shaun Cannon on the All-Tournament Team. Coach Aaron Austin was named Coach of the Year for Section V Class B. The team is pictured here after winning the Far West Regionals on November 12. They are now heading to States. Photo from @Ranger_Sports on Twitter.

Four Hilton Cadets sign on to play collegiate sports

On November 10, Hilton High School held a signing event for four athletes signing letters of intent to play collegiate sports. They are: (l-r) Aiden Cawley, Virginia Military Institute Div. I lacrosse; Justin Enser, LeMoyne College Div. 1 swimming; James Capellupo, UMass Lowell Div. I baseball; and Michael Whelehan, LeMoyne College Div. I baseball. “When you think about what these four individuals have been through over the past six years of their athletic careers to culminate in knowing where their talents are going to take them both athletically and academically is truly exciting,” said Director of Athletics and Physical Education Michael Giruzzi. Provided information and photo.

Two Spencerport athletes recently signed their National Letters of Intent to play collegiate sports. (left) will play women’s ice hockey at Neumann University. Slippery Rock University. Photos from @Ranger_Sports on Twitter.

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Town of Clarendon

BE ADVISED that the Clarendon Town Board has determined that the structure at 4694 Hall Road is unsafe and dangerous and has Ordered said structure to be demolished and removed. A Hearing has been scheduled to be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 6:30 PM at the Town Hall, 16385 Church Street in Clarendon, NY for the purpose of affording the owner the opportunity to be heard in opposition of this Order. ALSO BE ADVISED that the regular monthly meeting of the Clarendon Town Board will begin upon close of the foregoing Hearing.

Susan C. Colby Clarendon Town Clerk/Tax Collector

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Town of Sweden Notice of Public Hearing on Application for Change of Zone Land on CoLby STreeT

WHEREAS, Henry Conradt of East Buffalo Street, Churchville, New York, has submitted to the Town Board an application and proposal to re-zone approximately 3.492 acres of tax account 084.03-1-24.002 from B-2 Airport Commercial to I-2 Light Industrial; and

WHEREAS, a map of the property and legal description has been filed with the Town, and the required fee paid; and

WHEREAS, the goal of the developer is to construct storage units.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

Sec. 1. That the Town Board of the Town of Sweden will hold a public hearing at the Town Hall, 18 State Street, Brockport, New York on January 10, 2023 at 6:30 PM

to hear all persons interested in the re-zoning of approximately 3.492 acres of land on Colby Street approximately 4,539 west of Sweden Walker Road from B-2 Airport Commercial to I-2 Light Industrial.

Sec.2. That the property proposed to be rezoned, tax account 084.03-1-24.002, is more particularly described as follows:

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

All that tract or parcel of land situated in Town Lot 10, Township 3, Section 7 of the Triangular Tract in the Town of Sweden, County of Monroe, State of New York and being more particularly bounded and described as follows:

1. Beginning at a point in the centerline of Colby Street at the southeast corner of Town Lot 10, a distance of 4,539.45 feet west of the centerline of Sweden Walker Road;

2. Thence northerly on a bearing of N 00°41’01” W a distance of 24.75 feet to a point, said point being in the north right-of-way of Colby Street;

3. Thence westerly along the north right-of-way of Colby Street on a bearing of N 89°51’34” W a distance of 762.00 feet to a point;

4. Thence northerly on a bearing of N 00° 08’26” E a distance of 200.00 feet to a point;

5. Thence easterly on a bearing of S 89° 51’34” E a distance of 759.12 feet to a point, said point being in the east line of Town Lot 10;

6. Thence southerly along the east line of Town Lot 10 on a bearing of S 00° 41’01” E a distance of 200.02 feet to a point in the north right-of-way of Colby Street, said point being the true point and place of beginning.

7. Subject to all covenants, easements, and restrictions of record if any affecting said premises as recorded in the Monroe County Clerk’s office

8. Being and hereby intending to describe a parcel of land titled Lot “B” of the Gretchen’s Subdivision, containing 3.492 acres of land more or less to the right-of-way of Colby Street.

The application is available for inspection at the office of the Town Clerk, Town of Sweden, 18 State Street, Brockport, NY during regular office hours.

By order of the Town Board of the Town of Sweden Karen Sweeting, Town Clerk

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Town of Hamlin

Notice of 2023 Approved budget

Please be advised the Hamlin Town Board has approved the 2023 Town Budget. Salaries for Elected Officials are as follows: Supervisor $23,946.00, Councilpersons (4) $7,899.84, Highway Superintendent $77,939.94, Town Clerk $44158.40, Justices $15615.14. A copy of the approved budget is available for inspection at the Town Clerk’s office and online at hamlinny.org.

By Order of the Town Board Patty Jo Groenendaal Hamlin Town Clerk

Legal Notice Town of Sweden Public Hearing Local Law

LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Sweden will hold a Public Hearing at the Town Hall, 18 State Street, Brockport, New York, in said Town on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at 6:15 p.m. to hear all persons for or against the adoption of a Local Law – Amending Chapter 64 Building Code Administration and Enforcement of the Sweden Town Code concerning the administration and enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and the State Energy Conservation and Construction Code.

The proposed text is available in the office of the Town Clerk during regular business hours and can be found on the Town’s website – www.townofsweden.org

BY ORDER OF THE SWEDEN TOWN BOARD Town of Sweden, Monroe County, Karen M. Sweeting, Town Clerk

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Town of ogden ogden Zoning board of Appeals

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 267 of the Town Law of the State of New York, that a public hearing will be held by the Ogden Zoning Board of Appeals at the Town Hall, 269 Ogden Center Road, Spencerport, New York, on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 7:00 pm to consider the following applications:

PUBLIC HEARING:

Appeal of Craig Hutton, 63 Clearview Drive, Spencerport, NY 14559 for one (1) area variance on property located at same, to construct a 12’ x 24’ (288 sq ft) shed with a maximum height of 15’ and an existing 12’ x 18’ (216 sq ft) to allow for a total of 504 sq ft of accessory structure square footage whereas the maximum land coverage by accessory structures allowable in the R-1 District is 1%, which on this property is 226 sq ft, pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F (3) (b). Tax Acct # 086.08-3-10

Appeal of Kenneth Ferrari 4741 Lyell Road, Spencerport, NY 14559, for one (1) area variance, on property located at same, to construct a 30’ x 40’ (1200 sq ft) barn with a maximum height of 15’ whereas this property has an existing 12’ x 24’ barn (288 sq ft); a 15’ x 20’ barn (300 sq ft) and a 12’ x 6’ (72 sq ft) shed whereas accessory structures may not exceed 600 sq. ft, pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F (3) (b) in an R-1 Residential District.

Tax Acct #102.04-2-24.2

Appeal of Edward & Janet Wolff, 19 Kaylin Drive, Rochester, NY 14624 for one (1) area variance on property located at same, to construct a 25’ x 40’ (1,000 sq ft) accessory structure with a maximum height of 15’ and an existing 10’ x 12’ (120 sq ft) to allow for a total of 1,120 sq ft of accessory structure square footage whereas accessory structures may not exceed 600 sq. ft, pursuant to Chapter 300-28 F (3) (b) in an R-1 Residential District.

Tax Acct # 132.02-4-42

Appeal of Emerald Point Landing for property located at 111 Whittier Road, Rochester, NY 14624, for three (3) area variances: One (1) variance to allow four apartment buildings to have twenty-six (26) dwelling units, whereas, no apartment building shall contain more than eight (8) dwelling units; and one (1) variance for nine (9) “apartment buildings” to have ten (10) dwelling units, whereas the maximum permitted is eight (8) units, one (1) variance to allow four apartment buildings to be three-story buildings with a height of 49’, whereas, no apartment building shall be over two and one-half (2 ½) stories or 35’ in height respectively pursuant to Chapters 300-30 C (b) and 300-30 C (1)(a) in a Multiple Family Residential District.

Tax Acct # 117.76-1-1

Appeal of Christopher Starr, 64 Thistlewood Lane, Spencerport, NY 14559 for one (1) area variance on property located at same for an existing 12’ x 16’ shed located in the front yard whereas detached accessory structures shall be located to the rear of the front building line of the principal building and conform to the yard requirements of this chapter pursuant to Chapter 300-59 (A) (1) in an R-1 Residential District.

Respectfully Submitted,

Hospitalizations from flu are highest in over a decade

The hospitalization rate from flu cases at this point in the year is higher than the rate observed at this same point during previous flu seasons going back to 2010-2011, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As of its November 10, 2022 update, influenza tracking by the CDC shows at least 2.8 million illnesses, 23,000 hospitalizations, and 1,300 deaths from flu.

“We need to take flu seriously, especially when it comes to older adults, young children, pregnant women, nursing home residents, and people with asthma, lung disease, heart disease, diabetes, or obesity,” says Kathleen Robischon, MD, senior medical director, utilization management and medical policy at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. The 2021-2022 flu season saw an estimated 9 million flu illnesses, 4 million flu-related medical visits, 100,000 flu-related hospitalizations, and 5,000 flu deaths, according to the CDC. Older adults accounted for 83% of the deaths.

Influenza, or ‘flu’, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Flu season typically begins in October, peaks in February, and continues until May. Last season, activity began to increase in November and remained elevated until mid-June. According to Robischon, most people who get the flu have mild illness and recover, without medical care, in less than two weeks. Some people in highrisk groups are more likely to develop flu-related complications.

Vaccination helps prevent infection and can also prevent serious outcomes in vaccinated people who still get sick with flu. The CDC recommends everyone ages 6 months and older gets a flu vaccine annually.

“Last flu season, about half (51.4%) of eligible individuals received the flu vaccine, which is simply too few,” says Robischon. Vaccination rates vary

by race. Last season, 54.6% of those vaccinated were white, 45.0% were Hispanic, and 44.5% were black.

Flu vaccinations are available at nearly every neighborhood and grocery store pharmacy, and at many medical practices. Vaccine supplies are plentiful - manufacturers project they will supply the U.S. with as many as 183 million doses. All will be quadrivalent (four component). New this season, is a recommendation for the use of higher dose and adjuvanted flu vaccines in people ages 65 and older over the standard dose, unadjuvanted flu vaccines.

“Consult your health care provider if you have any questions about your eligibility to receive the flu vaccine,” advises Robischon. “While it is never too early or too late in the flu season to get vaccinated, sooner is better as it takes about two weeks for the vaccine to provide protection.”

Find a flu vaccine site near you online by visiting www.Vaccines. gov, and then clicking on “Find Flu Vaccines.”

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NyS Agricultural Society Annual Meeting and Forum

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball is encouraging members of the agricultural community to join the 191st Annual Meeting and Agricultural Forum, hosted by the New York State Agricultural Society on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at the Syracuse OnCenter. The Forum offers an opportunity for farmers and other key stakeholders to discuss some of the biggest issues facing the food system and natural resource industries. Commissioner Ball will also deliver the 2023 State of Agriculture Address and provide an update on New York State’s ongoing efforts to support New York farmers and agricultural businesses.

guest speakers, which will be capped off with Commissioner Ball’s State of Agriculture Address. The theme for the upcoming year’s forum is “Disruption Eruption.” Keynote speakers and panelists will outline opportunities brought on by global, national and regional market disrupters like climate change, technological innovation, labor shortages, and the pandemic, which are reshaping agriculture in New York State.

Tax Acct # 087.01-2-39

Sue Duggan, Zoning Board of Appeals Secretary

Commissioner Ball said, “From navigating pandemic-related food supply disruptions to combating extreme weather events, the last couple of years have been incredibly challenging for the agricultural community. I am grateful for the opportunity to gather once again at the annual Agricultural Society Meeting and Forum with partners from across the state to discuss the ways we can best prepare our industry for the future. At the 2023 Forum, we will be discussing the positive and innovative ways the agricultural industry has developed in response to multiple disruptions. I thank the New York State Agricultural Society for making this upcoming year’s meeting and Forum possible and look forward to these important discussions in policy areas that are a priority for the State.”

The 2023 Agricultural Society Forum includes a full day of panels and

The Forum will also include exhibits and sampling from Taste NY producers. The initiative, which is overseen by the Department of Agriculture and Markets, creates opportunities for local producers to showcase their goods at a variety of venues throughout the State and helps participating farms and companies reach more customers, increase online sales, and, in many cases, expand the processing capacity of their business.

Also at the Forum, the New York State Agricultural Society will honor individuals and businesses who have lifted the state’s agricultural and food industry to new heights in the areas of environmental stewardship, leadership development, consumer outreach, farm safety, business development and the production of quality, safe food. Seven agribusinesses will be recognized as century and bicentennial farms.

The Forum will be held on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at the Syracuse OnCenter. Registration for the Forum is now open and runs through December 21. To register or learn more about the event, visit nysagsociety.org.

Hilton-Parma Gazebo Band to present Christmas concerts in Hilton and Greece

The Hilton-Parma Gazebo Band, under the direction of Dr. Charles P. Schmidt, will perform free community Christmas concerts in Hilton and Greece.

The first concert will be at Hilton Baptist Church, 50 Lake Avenue, Hilton, on Friday, December 2, at 7:30 p.m. The second concert will be performed at Bethany Presbyterian Church, 3000 Dewey Avenue, on Tuesday, December 6, at 7:30 p.m. Donations of non-perishable food items to benefit the Hilton and Greece Community Food Shelves, respectively, may be made at the door.

This year’s concert continues the tradition of free community Christmas concerts by the Gazebo Band at area churches, which began in 2013. This year’s Christmas concerts will feature a program of standard concert band literature and traditional holiday music. The band will play works by Leroy Ander-

Chili Lions welcome new members

The Lions Club of Chili recently welcomed new members, Bonnie and Bob Cohoon, Debbie Mancini, and Cristina Candelaria. They have already started serving the community through some of the Lions Club’s many projects – building beds for children in need and handing out treats at the Chili Recreation sponsored Halloween Party. The Lions Club looks forward to their enthusiasm and commitment to making a difference for the Town of Chili.

son, Irving Berlin, Clare Grundman, Gustav Holst, George Kenny, Robert Lowden, Steve Reineke, and Rodgers and Hammerstein.

The Gazebo Band is an all-volunteer organization and is comprised of dedicated musicians from across Monroe and Orleans Counties. From its beginning, the band’s purpose has been to give area adult musicians a place to enjoy their musical gifts and share them with the community.

The Gazebo Band was founded in 1984 and was first directed by Hilton Music Educator, Gordon Bascom. The current conductor, Dr. Charles Schmidt, is in his fourteenth year of conducting the band. Mary Reazor, the last remaining charter member of the band, serves as the band’s manager, librarian, and lead trombonist.

Grant funds available to help expand community garden organizations

The $800,000 New York State Urban Farms and Community Gardens Grant Program, which is designed to support community growing spaces and recognize their impact on local food resiliency and food security for New Yorkers, is now open for applications. Successful projects will be geared toward the development and enhancement of urban farms, school gardens, and community gardens across the state.

State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball said, “From neighborhood gardens to rooftop farming, community growers help educate residents about agriculture and make locally grown food more accessible, especially to those in food deserts and underserved areas. As we continue to reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic, we are constantly reminded that developing and strengthening a strong, local food supply chain is paramount to ensuring all New Yorkers can put food on the table, even during difficult times. These spaces also respond to the unique needs and aspirations of the communities

where they exist to contribute social and economic benefits beyond food production. The Urban Farms and Community Gardens Grant Program expands on that effort by supporting the community growing organizations that fill an essential gap in the supply chain.”

Funding through the Urban Farms and Community Gardens Grant Program will help offset costs associated with projects that focus on food production, food safety, and food distribution, while creating a lasting impact on local food resiliency, and can be used to fund worker wages, contractual expenses, equipment, and other operating expenses. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, not-for-profit educational institutions, municipal government entities, and Indian tribal organizations.

For more information on the program and how to apply, visit agriculture.ny.gov/rfp-0280-urbanfarms-and-community-gardens-grant-program.

The Hilton-Parma Gazebo Band will perform free community Christmas concerts on December 2 in Hilton and December 6 in Greece. Provided photo.

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Bob and Bonnie Cohoon with their sponsors Janine and Jim Wheeler, and President Mike Donnor

Debbie Mancini with sponsor Keri Neathawk, President Mike Donnor, and Membership Chair Bert Maggio.

Cristina Candelaria with sponsor Larry Lazenby and President Mike Donnor.

Area Worship Services

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

Rev. Brandi Wooten and our Congregation extend a warm welcome to all who come to our little white church on the hill, 3600 Chili Avenue. Our Mission: Recognizing that Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches, we are called to be rooted in faith, grow together and care for the community. Please join us for worship, Sundays, 10 AM, a family friendly service, including Children’s Church, either in person or virtually via live-stream or recording ((URL) https://www.facebook.com/firstpreschili/live/. Youth Groups, music opportunities, Season Teams, and Community Outreach, including our Food Cupboard (third Saturday each month, 10 to 11:30 AM), are a few programs we offer to enrich our faith. In need of prayer or counsel, call the church office 585-889-9896 or email Brandi at rev brandi@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. Handicap Accessible.

HOPE CHURCH

One church in two locations - Join us for worship that is creative, relevant and truth-telling at our Brockport Campus, 6601 4th Section Rd (Rt 31 across from Wegmans) at 9:30 am Sunday mornings, or at our Greece Campus, 1301 Vintage Lane (1/2 mile west off Rt 390 N) on Saturdays at 5 pm (a Traditional Service), or Sundays at 9:30 or 11:15 am. Sunday Services are also streamed live on our website, ShareTheHope Youtube channel, and Facebook. Hope Kids meets at 9:30 am on Sundays at both campuses. For all opportunities for any age, check out our website www.sharethehope.org “Sharing the hope of Jesus with a world in need of hope”

LIFEQUEST COMMUNITY CHURCH

59 Henry St, Hilton, Hilton Community Center, www.lifequest.cc, email: info@lifequest.cc, Facebook: LifeQuestCC, twitter: @lifequestcc Lead Pastor: Rob Dickerson. Worship 10am. Midweek programs: Tuesday 7pm Royal Rangers – a scouting program for boys. Saturday 7pm YouthQuest High School & Middle School student ministry. “Journeying together as we discover God’s love and purpose for our lives.” Faith, Family, Friends, Fun, Freedom.

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. Sunday school is held during church service. Adult Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at noon, Choir practice at 6:30pm Wednesdays. Youth Group meets on Friday nights from 7 to 9pm. Our building is handicap accessible and visitors are welcome.

OGDEN BAPTIST CHURCH

We are over 202 years young! Join us to renew and refresh your faith with a warm, friendly, caring group of people! Learn about the Bible and live abundantly. We have a wonderful choir and special music during worship. We have strong mission and outreach to others through local, regional and world-wide mission partners.We invite you to join us for worship Sunday mornings at 10:30 AM*. ZOOM Worship is offered for those who cannot attend in person. Nursery care available. Active Youth Ministry: Sunday School at 9:55 AM in the Children’s Resource Room. *Due to Covid restrictions, masks are required for all children over 2 years of age until further notice. In addition to Sunday School, our Director of Children’s Ministry, Dale Shonk, conducts “Kids Faith Discovery” for school age children every Wednesday evening 6:20-7:30 PM. Join the fun! Bible Study on Thursdays from 6:15 to 7 PM. We are located near the intersection of Colby and Washington Streets at 721 Washington Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Interim Pastor, Rev. Cliff Houston. Music Director: Suzanne Feuerherm. For more information, contact us at 585-3521077 or visit our website at www.obcny.org. See you on Sunday!

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, 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.

PARMA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

39 Hovey Street, Hilton, (585) 615-6383, www.PCFMinistries.com, Facebook: Parma Christian Fellowship Church. Rev. Dr. Myke Merrill. Worship Services: Saturday 5:00PM, Sunday 10AM. Family Midweek: Wednesday 6:30PM – Kids Club, TurningPoint Teens, Adult Bible Discussion Group. Nursery School: Parma Kids Preschool and Child Care Center, 39 Hovey Street, Hilton. School Phone: (585) 392-5792.

PEARCE CHURCH

pearcechurch.org. 4322 Buffalo Road, North Chili, NY 14514. 585-594-9488. Join us for worship! Saturday: 5pm. Sunday: 9:30am. Pearce 4 Kids Child Care Center, Pearce4kids.org, 585-594-1833. Handicapped Accessible.

THE POTTER’S HOUSE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

Don’t miss out on what God has planned for you! Sunday Services 10:30 am and 6 pm, Thursday Services 7 pm. Prayer for the sick the first Sunday morning service of every month. All are welcome! 4756 Lake Road, Brockport (Brockport Corners Mall behind Sherwin Williams), 585-943-1719, www.brockportphchurch.com.

SPENCERPORT ASSEMBLY OF GOD

Located at 3940 Canal Road, Spencerport, NY 14559. We offer a place for people of all ages to encounter God through worship, fellowship and Biblical teaching so we can grow in our relationship with Jesus and make a difference in our community and the world. Services are: Sunday School at 9:30 AM. Sunday Worship at 10:30 AM. Enjoy a cup of coffee before service. Wednesday Bible Study for Adults and Youth Group meets at 6:30 PM. Prayer follows at 7:30 PM. Nursery is provided for all services. Handicap accessible. Samaritan Harvest provides free prepared and perishable foods every fourth Sunday of the month. Look for our special events at www.spencerportag.com or like us on Facebook. Phone: 585-352-5900. Cell: 585363-8922. E-mail: Spencerportassemblyofgod@gmail.com. All are welcome.

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 for children, youth, and adults. Worship services are Sundays at 10am live on Facebook and on site in our sanctuary. Worship is followed by Coffee Hour in Fellowship Hall. Sunday School for ages 4 and up is also available during service. Handicap accessible. Email: info@spencerportucc. org. Website: www.spencerportucc.org. Facebook: Spencerport UCC.

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 September through June, and 9am in July and August. 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). Our pastor is the Rev. Greg Kremer, 585-392-4099.

ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH

Pastor Chris Bode. 1107 Lake Road West Fork, Hamlin, NY 14464, 585-964-2550, www.stjohnhamlin.org. Facebook: St. John Lutheran Church, Hamlin, NY. Sunday Services at 8:30 & 11AM. Church office is open 7:30AM-3:30PM, Monday through Friday. For daily inspiration and Sunday services visit our Facebook page or YouTube Channel. “To know Christ and to make Him KNOWN.”

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH

Welcomes you to encounter our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in His one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church at 55 Martha Street, Spencerport, NY 14559. Join us for Holy Mass at 5 pm Saturdays or Sundays at 7:45 am, 9:30 am, and 11:15 am. Many great opportunities to learn about the Holy Bible, and groups for families and children of all ages, including Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (playcentered, hands-on Christ-experiences). Daily Mass in the morning on Tuesday and Thursday at 8 am, and in evening on Wednesday and Friday at 6:30 pm. Confessions Wednesday and Friday 5:30 to 6 pm and Saturday 3:45 to 4:30 pm. Adoration Thursdays 1 to 6 pm and Sundays 1:30 to 4 pm. Sung Evening Prayer Sundays at 4 pm. On first Saturdays, morning Mass is at 9 am. More details, videos, and sample preaching at www.StJohnsChurchSpencerport.org. Email: sstjohnc@dor.org. Parochial Administrator: Fr. Justin Miller

ST. LEO’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, 392-2710, www.stleochurch.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 5 PM. Weekend Schedule: Saturday Confession 3:30-4:30 PM; Rosary 4:30 PM; Mass 5 PM (live-streamed). Sunday: Mass 8 AM, 10:30 AM, 6 PM; Adult Bible Study 11:45 AM. New: First Friday and First Saturday Mass at 8:30 AM. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible.

ST. LUkE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

14 State Street, Brockport, 585-637-6650, www.stlukesbrockport.org. Visit us on Facebook. Whoever you are, wherever you are, you are welcome at St. Luke’s. Our Mission is to Worship God Joyfully, Love One Another, Serve in the Name of Christ. Join us either in person or via live stream for Sunday worship with Holy Eucharist at 10 am led by The Rev. Elizabeth Brooks Harden. Handicapped accessible and hearing assistance available. Harvest Kitchen, our outreach to the greater community, offers a free meal the second Sunday of each month from 2 to 3 pm. Recognized as a National Jubilee Church for outreach and service to our community. Please check website or call the Parish Office for current COVID precautions.

ST. MARY’S CHURCHST. MARk’S CHURCH

13 South Main Street, Holley16789 Kenmore Road, Kendall Parish Center – Holley 638-6718, www.stmarystmark.org.

Mass Times: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM at St. Mary’s; Saturday Vigil 4:00 PM at St. Mary’s; Sunday 8:30 AM at St. Mark’s and 10:30 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. Wor ship 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. Reverend Pastor Steve Shrum. Worship Services Sunday at 9:30AM ‘In Person’ in our handicap accessible Sanctuary. Worship Service is also Live Streamed on YouTube. Sunday School is at 10:45AM. Visit our Website at www.tlcspencerport. com. Email: trinitylutheran191@gmail.com. “The Mission of Trinity is to joyfully share the Gospel through Christ-centered worship, teaching and reaching out to the community by acts of caring.”

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 third Tuesday 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 1-3 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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Villa of Hope “Open for Recovery”

On Thursday, November 10, villa of Hope celebrated “Open for r ecovery,” the grand opening ribbon cutting event of its brand-new facility in Greece, the “Gregory E. polisseni Living Hope Treatment Center.”

TUES., NOV. 22nd at NOON

The first-of-its-kind facility in the region, Living Hope Treatment Center, will serve community youth starting at age 16 and adults who need direct access to medically supervised inpatient withdrawal and stabilization services. The staff is specialized to support those suffering from mild to moderate withdrawal coupled with situational crisis (i.e., unstable living environments or inability to detox independently without withdrawal complications). With the increasing number of overdoses and deaths due to substance abuse, villa of Hope provides groundbreaking and lifechanging opportunities for adolescents and adults to find hope, recover, and rebuild their lives through specialized treatment recovery programs.

The treatment center offers short-term (5-7 days) medical inpatient treatment 24 hours/7 days per week, focusing on physically stabilizing patients who stop using alcohol or other drugs. The people served will be provided structured, around-theclock treatment under the watchful care of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician’s assistants, nurses, clinical aides, and substance use disorder therapists. To support their recovery, patients will access various s ervices throughout villa of Hope’s continuum of care, including counseling, care management, and workforce development. Highlighted services include:

•In 2023, the villa will open its second integrated outpatient clinic that will eliminate barriers for patients leaving the treatment center to continue their medication Assisted Treatment.

•For young adults transitioning from the treatment center, they can be eligible for the Living in Freedom Early (LIFE) House program – the only residential rehabilitation services provider in our region. LIFE House is an all-gender program providing evidence-based practices, structured groups, individual sessions, family sessions addressing life skills, vocational educational planning, on-site school, relapse prevention, and psychiatric and physical health.

“Individuals and families seeking help should not have to travel outside monroe County to find it. We need to eliminate barriers and stigma to get people the help they need – when and where they need it. Drugs are killing our friends, neighbors, and young people – they are killing our communities. We all need to step up and take on this chal-

lenge,” said Christina Gullo, president/CEO of villa of Hope

The Living Hope Treatment Center was made possible with funding from The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). OASAS provided more than $4 million in capital funding for this project and is also supporting the program with $540,000 in annual operational funding. In addition, villa of Hope has received continued support from monroe County Department of public Health which has supported the project since the beginning of the planning process.

“Helping people stabilize and manage their withdrawal from substance use disorders is an important part of the continuum of addiction care. It is often the first step for many people in their journey to becoming healthier,” OASAS Commissioner Chinazo Cunningham said. “The opening of this new program continues our efforts to meet the needs of people across New York State and provide them the help and resources they need to live healthier lives.”

“Addiction is a disease – a medical illness – and we should treat it with the same care and compassion. This is especially important for young adults, because treatment can potentially prevent a lifetime of addiction and the unintended consequences addiction inflicts on loved ones, families, workplaces and communities,” said Dr. michael mendoza, monroe County Commissioner of public Health. “This new facility helps fill a void in our region, and gives those who are suffering a chance to thrive.”

If you or a loved one needs support and could utilize services at villa of Hope, visit www.villaofhope.org/i-need-help or call 585581-HOpE.

villa of Hope is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization that has been serving the rochester community since 1942. Those interested in making a donation to support villa of Hope in its work, can do so at villaofhope.org. provided information