Girls on the Run of Greater Rochester’s spring coach registration is now open. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based, positive youth development program that inspires girls in third through eighth grade to be joyful, healthy and confident. The ten-week program incorporates running to teach critical life skills, encourage personal development and foster team building and community service. Volunteer coaches utilize a curriculum to engage teams of girls in fun, interactive lessons. Teams meet twice a week for 75 to 90 minutes and the program culminates with all teams participating in a 5K event.
Girls on the Run of Greater Rochester currently serves girls at 78 sites in Monroe, Ontario, Wayne and Livingston counties. Volunteers provide critical leadership and the non-profit organiza-
tion is currently seeking coaches to facilitate the program.
Coaches do not need to be runners but are required to be a minimum of 18 years old to serve as an assistant or 21 years old to serve as a head coach. All volunteer coaches must complete a background check and attend a training session.
For more information about coaching and Girls on the Run of Greater Rochester, visit https://www.gotrrochester.org/coach. Provided information
“Reflections - A Career On and Off The Air”
A Presentation by Ginny Ryan
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 • 7PM
Greece Public Library, 2 Vince Tofany Blvd., Greece
After 35 years as a news anchor and reporter at 13WHAM News, Ginny Ryan decided it was time for a change. Join us as Ginny shares why she needed a change and what she is doing now.
Ginny was born in Gates and graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School and Buffalo State College. She got her first TV job in Elmira and two years later returned home to 13WHAM where she worked as a news reporter and anchor for 35 years. In 2018, she and co-anchor Doug Emblidge were inducted into the New
York State Broadcasting Hall of Fame.
In 2022, Ginny joined Canandaigua National Bank as Director of Community Engagement overseeing the bank’s communications, events, and philanthropy. She and her husband Jeff have two grown children.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Log into Greece Public Library https://www. greecepubliclibrary.org/ then click on Events, then Calendar, then March 14, or call 585.225.8951.
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Open to ages 12 & Up Learn Lifesaving Skills from the experts.
The Basic First Aid course includes first aid instruction and how to prepare to deliver first aid in a timely manner.
The ASHI Adult CPR/AED training certification program teaches how to recognize cardiac arrest, activate emergency medical services and how to respond appropriately until additional assistance arrives.
Classes to be held on Saturday, March 25, Monday, April 3, and Monday, May 8 at The Center at Greece Town Hall. Links to register for sessions.
https://bit.ly/cprmarch25
https://bit.ly/cprapril03
https://bit.ly/cprmay08
Visit the Town of Greece website for more information. www.greeceny.gov
The Lucas Device ensures Consistent, continuous, quality me chanical compressions, while CPR is underway.
The Barnard Fire Department announced the purchase of a Stryker Lucas Chest Compression Device that enables the Firefighters/Paramedics of the Barnard Fire Department to ensure continuous mechanical compressions during cardiac arrests. Delivery of high-quality compressions is vital for an increased chance of surviving a cardiac arrest.
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When seconds matter most, CPR means the difference between life and death, a fact that Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin personally understands. Unfortunately, most people who have a cardiac arrest aren’t surrounded by people trained in CPR like Hamlin was when he collapsed during a televised Monday night game in early January. That is why Hamlin is launching his #3forHeart CPR Challenge aimed at saving more lives through CPR education and training with the American Heart Association.
Hamlin hopes to use his experience to educate people about importance of CPR and inspire them to learn Hands-Only CPR – a quick, easy to learn lifesaving skill. Hamlin’s #3forHeart CPR Challenge is an exciting, yet simple social media challenge with three steps
•1 – LEARN: Go to https://heart.org/3 to watch a 60-second video to learn Hands-Only CPR
•2 – GIVE: Donate to the American Heart Association to fund CPR education and training, and other lifesaving programs and scientific research.
•3 – SHARE: Use #3forHeart to challenge three friends to do the same on social media.
To kick off the campaign, Hamlin challenged NBA legend LeBron James, Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, and former First Lady Michelle Obama.
“I’m excited to be teaming up with the American Heart Association,” said Damar Hamlin. “It’s going to be an amazing opportunity to impact and educate millions of people on the importance of CPR. It literally saved my life.”
“The world watched in fear when Damar collapsed during that game,” said Nancy Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the American Heart Association. “But if you follow his advice, you can become a lifesaver in three steps, and you’ll know what to do in
the event an adult or teen suddenly collapses in your presence. Because most cardiac arrests that happen outside of a hospital occur in the home, the life you save will most likely be a loved one. The volunteers, supporters and staff of the American Heart Association are so grateful that he is paying it forward and helping ensure others also have a better chance for a positive outcome.”
CPR – or cardiopulmonary resuscitation – is performed when the heart stops beating and, especially if started immediately, can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival. People are encouraged to participate in all three steps to learn and promote education of Hands-Only CPR. Hands-Only CPR is a skill everyone can learn. It is as simple as, calling 911 if you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse; and then pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest.
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gion Auxiliary decided to participate in the Polar Plunge event.
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$2,700
This year’s Polar Cubs team had 55 members, representing all of the organizations at the Greece American Legion, with 23 of those members taking the plunge into Lake Ontario.
At this year’s Rochester Polar Plunge held on February 5, 2023, Post 468 Polar Cubs were the Top Fundraising Team overall, raising over $18,000. Typically, one of the top five fundraising teams each year, the team is very proud of the amount raised for this year’s event, and set a goal to do even better in 2024. The team was also the top fundraising team in 2018 Polar Plunge.
During the 2021 and 2022 COVID pandemic, the Polar Plunge was cancelled. The Polar Cubs Team decided it was too important to let a year go by and not fundraise for the charity, the Rochester Area Special Olympics. With the help of the Barnard Fire Department, the Polar Cubs still got wet! The firefighters set up their hoses to spray the team as they ran under the water. This was accomplished both years, in 2021 and 2022 when the official Polar Plunge event was cancelled.
Throughout the year The American Legion Post 468 holds many events to raise money, from euchre tournament to painting classes. Members also seek donations from family, friends and co-workers to support the charity. Many Legion members have friends or family who have participated in Special Olympics through the years. This year, one of the team members who is now living in Florida, flew in to take the plunge and was awarded the, “Plunger Who Traveled Farthest” honor.
The Rochester Polar Plunge was first held in 2001 and is the largest in New York State. The event benefits Special Olympics New York and supports their Programs and Services.
The members of Post 468 Polar Cubs are proud to support such a wonderful program.
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Many patients have already benefited from the use of the Stryker Lucas chest compression device. Cardiac arrest patients may not respond to CPR and defibrillation alone. The Lucas device allows for continued compressions while additional advanced lifesaving therapies can be administered. Community Support
This $18,648.94 purchase was made possible by the community’s support during our Bands of Barnard Concert Series and our annual fund drive. This device is the latest purchase by the Barnard Fire Department in our continued commitment to give back to our residents.
Barnard Fire
Since being founded in 1927, The Barnard Fire District and the Barnard Fire Department have been leaders in providing the most advanced emergency medical care for our residents and the community of the Town of Greece. Provided Information
by Barbara Burke
students. She always rolls with it and never complains, always with a smile on her face. She has a great relationship with the kids and with staff members. Whenever anyone needs help with
Joann was “totally surprised” by the honor, “It was disbelief, like that really didn’t just happen. It means so, so much to me, and makes me proud to be recognized this way, for something I love to do.” Youth in attendance for the surprise award reveal received a meal from Globetrotters’ tour sponsor, Jersey Mike’s, before joining the team on the court for ball handling skills, trick
Joann says she enjoys the small close knit environment at Villa of Hope School. “ It’s like a family. Working here is something I enjoy so much. I never expected to do this kind of work, then I found out this job was made for me.” In the past couple of years Joann has taken on a leadership role in the school’s individualized support program for students, focusing on identifying individual’s specific needs and exploring ways for figuring out solutions.
Villa of Hope School provides a year-round program that incorporates academic, vocational, and remedial services for youth in our Residential Treatment Center and Residential Treatment Facility, and is a specialized day school offering education and therapeutic services to youth ages 12 to 21 who live at home.
Our school can serve up to 112 students in grades 7 through 12. Students receive specialized daily instruction to ensure that all students achieve the knowledge and skills necessary to live independently and lead self-directed lives. For more information on Villa of Hope School visit www.villaofhopeschool.org
Darnell ‘Speedy’ Artis and Shane ‘Scooter’ Christensen signing autographs. Photos by Karen Fien
Shane ‘Scooter’ Christensen showing off his trick basketball moves. Joey ‘Hot Rod’ De La Rosa with Kylea and Gracie.
as a plant only.
If you’ve started the search for your 2023 garden seeds, you’ve seen the red, white, and blue All-America Selections (AAS) logo in seed catalogs on pictures of certain varieties of perennials, flowers, and vegetables. Since 1932, the AAS logo on a photo has meant that judges from across North America have tested the new variety and deemed it has proven superior qualities. This can be helpful to home growers as they strive to pick the best flowers and vegetables for their gardens.
by Kristina Gabalski
Salvia Blue by You is also a perennial and sports rich blue flowers that bloom up to two weeks earlier than similar plants. This looks like a great selection for Western New York as it has excellent winter hardiness as well as heat tolerance, blooming from late spring into early fall. Remove spent flowers for repeat bloom. It is resistant to deer and rabbits and is available as a plant only.
Snapdragon Double Shot Orange Bicolor is a stunner with openfaced double flowers in shades of orange and orange-red. This plant is part of a new series of intermediate-height snapdragons with strong, well-branched stems which produce more blooms than similar type snapdragons. It grows 18 to 20 inches in height.
According to AAS, winners are determined by independent judges who look for significantly improved qualities in never before sold varieties. Judges look for earliness to bloom or harvest, disease or pest tolerance, novel colors of flowers, novel flower forms, total yield, length of flower or harvest, and overall performance in picking the most outstanding new varieties.
Winners are announced three times each year and the latest round of winners includes a mix of nine flowers, foliage plants, and vegetables.
Coleus Premium Sun Coral Candy is the first ever coleus from seed to win AAS designation. Plants are compact with unique multicolored foliage. Leaves are narrow and serrated and hold their color well, even in full sun. Mounded plants grow 10 to 16 inches high.
Another foliage plant, Colocasia Royal Hawaiian Waikiki – also known as elephant ears – has glossy leaves with bold coloration. Growing to 36 inches in height and width, the leaves feature pink veins and creamy centers. They can be grown in full-sun or large containers and are available only in plant form, not seed.
For perennial lovers, Echinacea Artisan Yellow Ombre has unusual golden yellow blooms all season. Available as seed, this echinacea has a uniform growth habit and multiple branches which produce large numbers of blooms.
Another flowering perennial, Leucanthemum Carpet Angel is a Shasta Daisy which grows to a height of six inches. This is the firstever perennial ground cover to be selected by AAS, and spreads up to 20 inches. It features pure white blooms which look like angels dancing over a carpet of dark green foliage. It is available
Veggie growers will want to seek-out Pepper Cayenne Wildcat with thick flesh walls, a smoky flavor, peppery sweetness, and a mild pungency. High-yielding plants produce eight-inch fruits which are straighter than traditional cayenne peppers.
Pepper Jalapeno San Joaquin is a super choice for gardeners who like to can, pickle, or make roasted stuffed jalapeños for summer parties. Most of the fruit is set in a short window, with each plant producing about 50 fruits with a hint of heat.
Squash Kabocha Sweet Jade admittedly has dry flesh, but it is sweet and rich in taste. Plants produce high yields of single-serving sized squash with a deep orange flesh. Bake, roast, or puree.
If you’ve been waiting for a tomato selection, Tomato Zenzei is it. This high-yielding Roma has fruit that ripens 70 to 80 days from transplanting, and the bushy and uniformly-shaped plants are easy to harvest. Zenzei is disease resistant, being less prone to blossom end rot issues than some Roma types. The fruits are meaty and flavorful.
Finally, if you’ve been searching for the perfect watermelon, Rubyfirm may be one to try. The fruits are small – about the size of a cantaloupe. The bright pink flesh is crispy and very sweet with minimal seeds. Plants yield two to three fruits per vine.
Traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner with carrots and potatoes available all month!!
Guinness Beef Stew available all month!
All your favorites… Reuben Fritters (hand rolled in house), Corned Beef Reubens, Irish Pizza, Corned Beef Hash, Bangers and mashed, Shepherd’s Pie and weekly Irish specials that our chefs create!
Don’t forget to stay hydrated too!
$5 Pints of Guinness all month!
Opening early for a light breakfast on Saturday, March 11th and Friday, March 17th (Doors will open at 9am these two days!)
We will offer a limited St. Paddy’s day menu on both these days-regular menu will not be offered. We will not be accepting reservations on either day - First come, First served.
Musical Guests:
The following 28 area businesses recently became members of the Greece Regional Chamber of Commerce: 1-800-STRIPER; Avid Indoor Golf; Complete Payroll/Anthony Lodato; Church Mutual Insurance; Dazzling Desserts; Gavia LifeCare Adolescent Clinic; Gavia LifeCare Center, LLC; Health & Wealth Advisors; Howard Hanna Real Estate – Gary Mascioletti; Jersey Mike’s Subs; Jorns CARES Act; Kona Ice of Genesee Valley; Manning & Napier; Matt Camiolo/West Herr Toyota of Rochester; Northwest Family YMCA; NYTP Solutions; Painting With A Twist; Rochester Professional Consultants Network; Rolle & Key Enterprises Inc.; Salena’s Taqueria; USI Insurance Services; Tim Horton’s Culver Road; Tim Horton’s – Mt. Read Blvd.; Tim Horton’s – Ridgeway Ave.; Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee of Genesee Valley; West End Pediat-
ric Urgent Care; WROC-TV; Zen Business.
“The Chamber’s expansive membership is further strengthened by these recent additional commitments, and we are delighted to have these exciting and accomplished businesses in our growing regional business and community network, comprised of for-profits, non-profits and individuals,” said Chamber President/CEO Sarah Lentini.
For more information on the Greece Regional Chamber of Commerce and its membership benefits, available to businesses and individuals throughout Monroe County and beyond, call (585) 227-7272, visit www.GreeceChamber.org, or email Info@ GreeceChamber.org.
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The Greece Performing Arts Society, (GPAS), will present their Pops for Pets Concert on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at 2PM at 75 Stutson Street, Rochester, NY 14612.
Raising awareness for Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets, (GRASP), this Sunday Matinee will feature Emcee Michael DeLuca and performers from the Greece Community Orchestra, Greece Concert Band, Greece Choral Society, and 75 Stutson Street.
Tickets are $10 general admission, $5
for students. A suggested donation of cat and dog food will be gratefully accepted at the event.
For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.greeceperformingarts.org.
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