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Travelogue-AllAboard!AllThings TrainsinEasternPA AdventurethroughEasternPennsylvaniaandseeoldquainttrain stations,theLackawannaTrainStationHotel,andvisittheSteamtown NationalHistoricSiteinScranton. Thesesitesandmorewillbe accompaniedbytrainmusic.This traveloguewillbeheldattheWebsterPublicLibraryonThursday, January29,2026at2:00pm.PresentedbyChristineSimons.Please registerbycalling585-872-7075or visitwebsterlibrary.org.
The beginning of the year is an idealtimetogetorganizedandset oneself up for productive months ahead.It’salsoagoodopportunity to take inventory of seldom-used items and clear out as much clutter as possible.
The amount of stuff the average person owns can affect how easy ordifficultitisforthatpersontoget organized. In 2014, professional organizer Regina Lark estimated the average American home contains300,000items.Andit’snot just adults who love to collect and keep things, as kids contribute to the problem, too. British research, as published in The Telegraph, indicates the average 10-year-old owns 238 toys, playing with just 12 in a typical day.
All of these belongings contribute to disorganization and lost time. A study by Esure Home Insurance found looking for lost items accountsfor10minutesofwasted time each day.
Getting organized can take perseverance, but it’s possible.
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“AMusicalTimeMachine”-featuringRichieGregory: TheRochesterTheaterOrganSocietyproudly presents“AMusicalTimeMachine”onSunday,January25that 2:00PMattheWestHerrAuditoriumTheatre.Makinghisfirst appearanceinRochester,Richie Gregorywillplayanexcitingarray oftheatreorganmusicspanning decades!AdmissionforNONmembersis$15perperson.Children12andunderwithanadult, andstudentswithschoolIDare alwaysFREE.TheBoxOfficeopens at1:00PMandthedoorsopenat 1:15PM.SeatingisGeneralAdmission,notreserved.Thereareno advanceticketsales.https:// rtosonline.org/events/
STATISTICS SHOW JUST HOW BIG SMALL BUSINESS IS
Small businesses and happiness might be linked. A 2019 survey from Guidant Financial and the online lending marketplace LendingClub found that 78 percent of small business owners rated their level of happiness as an average of eight on a scale of one to 10 (10 being the happiest).
WEBSTER Spring, summer, and fall fill us with hope; winter alone reminds us of the human condition. ~ Mignon McLaughlin, The SecondNeurotic’sNotebook,1966
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29-Jan:“Bridgerton”(Season4,Vol.1)
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By Joanie Hastings
I loved to play in the snow as a child
Build snowmen ,snow forts and sled down Tiger Hill
I’d lay on my back to create a snow angel
And getting a snow day off from school was a thrill!
I’d go ice skating on the frozen Flint Creek
And on the pond behind my grandma’s house
All you’d hear was the sound of my blades on the ice e world around me was quiet as a mouse’
Now I am grown up and if the weather is bad
I can choose to stay inside if I do not need to go to a store
I look out the window and recall the fun times at I had in the snow as a child once more!
By Sam Mazotta
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My 1-year-old puppy, “Duke,” is superactive and loves the snow. Just walking him around the block isn’t enough to dispel his energy, so I’d like to take him on a hike each week. Do you think he’s ready for it at this age? – Billy in Claremont, New Hampshire
DEAR BILLY: At a year old, Duke is ready for short hikes. Depending on his breed, size and tolerance for cold, he may be able to handle longer periods, but you’ll need to evaluate that by taking him out for gradually longer hikes.
As with any winter hike, whether with dogs or alone, safety and awareness are paramount. Duke needs cold-weather gear, paw protection, and food and water to keep him energized and producing his own heat. Here are a few tips.
– Start small: Keep the first hikes short, less than a mile out and back. Gradually increase the distance. Turn around if Duke starts hesitating, whining or shivering.
– Be prepared: Pack separate food, water, pickup bags and first aid for your dog. Make sure Duke wears a collar with his ID tags attached.
– Communicate: Tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back.
– Check conditions first: Check the weather, but also contact the park or message a local hiking group to find out what shape the trail is in.
– Follow park regulations: Review rules for hiking with pets on state or federal lands.
– Don’t push the limits: Turn back well before your dog (or you) starts to get cold or exhausted. Avoid potential dangers like frozen lakes or avalanche zones.
After the hike, before driving home, dry your dog’s coat and check his paws for packed snow or frostbite. Put a warm doggy sweater on him for the ride home.
Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com. © 2026 King Features Synd., Inc.
Long nails can be painful for dogs. The experts in holistic care at Dogs Naturally Magazine say that long nails that will come in contact with hard ground can push back up into the nail bed and cause discomfort. Long nails also may cause the toes to twist. Most dogs require their nails be trimmed every two weeks. This time period may be extended if the dog goes for long walks frequently.
A couple of weeks ago I was shopping at my local Tops Market in Dansville. One of the customer service fellows named Jacob saw me exit the store and came to my car to help me without me even asking and put my groceries in the car. Now that is an act of care and concern for an 87-year-old lady. What a blessing he is not only to the grocery store but also to their customers. Bless his heart.
I’d like to thank the Branchport ambulance team for their quick response on December 23. I can’t say enough about them. It’s wonderful to have such great people serving Branchport. Thanks again for your many kindnesses. You’re a great team. ~ Mrs. Johnson
If your sump pump is a giant hole outside near your septic lines, and your sump pump runs water to the ditch that runs by my home, would there be a possibility of this water being contaminated with septic lines running right next to the sump pump?
Recently, our town decided to install a disc golf course on an existing lighted and fenced baseball field. Since the park has existed I have never seen nor heard of a game played there. The town is proud that most of the hundred thousand dollars to build the golf course was from a state grant. They seem to think the public doesn’t realize that grant money still comes from taxes. What must any outsider think as they pull into this park with a baseball field and disc golf course combined? And then add to the ridiculous basketball backboard menagerie. I am sure there will be crowds gathering to play disc golf in the spring. Why do they waste hundreds of thousands of dollars on parks that no one uses just to say they do something with tax money. And, oh yes, besides giving themselves raises!
It seems more neighbors are keeping holiday lights up around town this year. I don’t know why that is, but I just wanted to say Thank you. It’s so pleasant to drive home (in the dark nowadays!) and see the twinkling lights instead of just boring streetlights. So pretty.
By Matilda Charles
Now and then, not too often but sometimes, you hear that audible click and come to the realization that you need to change doctors. Maybe it’s because once again you don’t feel like your doctor is really listening to your concerns. Maybe it’s because once again tests are ordered without you getting a clear explanation about why they’re necessary. Maybe it’s because your health concern doesn’t seem to be getting better. Maybe it’s because you see the physician assistant (PA) when you expect to see the doctor. Or maybe it’s just because you have a gut feeling you should go elsewhere.
Whatever the reason, if the time comes to make a change, it won’t be easy if you’ve been with your current doctor for a long time. Your first step, once you’ve decided to do this, is to “interview” another doctor. You’ll need to call around to see who’s taking new patients or inquire among friends for recommendations. Then check out the doctor online with reviews by other people. Look at Healthgrades (www.healthgrades.com). Or do an online search with the doctor’s name.
Be sure the doctor is in your insurance network and make an appointment. Go in with a written list of questions and make notes.
When you find a doctor you’d like to see in the future, you’ll need to have your records transferred from the old doctor. And that’s where I part company with advice I was given. I’m told that it’s best to transfer your records to a new doctor before you go to the first appointment. You’ll need to decide for yourself. My preference was to meet the doctor first before records were transferred, and to not let the current medical practice know I was leaving until I was certain.
If you find the right doctor, the difficulty will be worth it.
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LAURA DAVIS, PAG MEMBER
For more than half a century, the Pittsford Art Group (PAG) has been a steady presence in the cultural life of Pittsford and the greater Rochester area. Founded by artists with a shared appreciation for fine art and a desire to actively develop their own talents, the nonprofit organization has grown into a welcoming community that supports artists at every stage of their creative journey.
According to the group’s website, PAG’s mission is centered on “promoting education,appreciation,enjoymentandthedistribution of fine art.” Its membership ranges from those just beginning their artistic exploration to award-winning artists with decades of experience. What unites them is a shared commitment to learning, creativity, and collaboration. rough meetings, demonstrations, workshops, and exhibitions, the group provides opportunities for members to grow artistically while engaging with the broader community.
PAG meets at the Spiegel Pittsford Community Center on the first ursday of each month. Meetings begin with a short business session, followed by a featured presentation or demonstration by a local or regional artist. ese programs are designed to inspire and educate, o en including mini-workshops and opportunities for discussion. Meetings conclude with time for refreshments and conversation, reinforcing thegroup’ssupportiveandsocialatmosphere.January’s workshop on landscape painting led by Mike Kamish was well-received, and February’s features Mark Stash and his communication of feelings of peace and contentment through painting. In June, members will gather for an annual picnic, while July and August are reserved as a summer break.
Exhibitions are a cornerstone of the Pittsford Art Group’s activities. Each year, members have opportunities to participate in both juried and nonjuried shows held at local venues. ese include a fall show hosted at a local establishment, a holiday exhibit at the Pittsford Federal Credit Union in Mendon, and a spring juried show at Barnes & Noble. e group’s work is also displayed on a rotating basis at various locations around town, including Pittsford Town Hall, the Friendly Home, Star PT, Pittsford Presbyterian Church, and Lily Brook.
Laura Davis Exhibit at Rochester’s Friendly Home Longtime PAG member, Laura Davis’s work is currentlyfeaturedattheFriendlyHomeonRochester’s East Avenue. Davis has been a member of the Pittsford Art Group since 2000 and currently serves as chair of the group’s Rotating Exhibits Committee. In that role, she schedules and coordinates rotating displays of members’ artwork at local agencies, helping to bring PAG artists’ work into public and communitycentered spaces.
Davis’s path to art has been shaped by both personal inspiration and formal education. Born and raised in Albany, she earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton before returning to Albany to complete a Master’s degree in Social Work at SUNY Albany. A er moving to Texas, she met her husband and raised their two sons before relocating back to NY in 1987.
Although her professional career was rooted in social work, Davis notes that she “always had an interest in art,” inspired in part by her father. She took art courses in high school and through community programs and later decided to pursue formal instruction with the idea of working in an art-related field a er retirement. Earning an Associate of Art degree from Finger Lakes Community College, she discovered a strong affinity forstudioart,especiallyinanoilpaintingcoursetaught by local artist, Tom Insalaco. Encouraged by a fellow student from that class, Davis joined the Pittsford Art Group, an affiliation that has continued for more than two decades.
When Davis retired in 2009, she made a deliberate choice not to seek art employment, instead choosing to “enrich my retirement with the freedom to paint as I please.” Since then, she has shown her work in
numerous exhibitions in the Rochester and Pittsford area, including shows at Lumiere, the Erie Canal Bicentennial, and multiple exhibitions sponsored by the Pittsford Art Group.
Her current exhibit at the Friendly Home is part of PAG’s broader effort to share members’ work throughout the community, reflecting the organization’s belief that art should be accessible, visible, and engaged with daily life.
For Davis, that spirit of exploration and expression is precisely what makes the Pittsford Art Group meaningful. As she notes in sharing her story, she hopes that others in the community will feel encouraged to pursue their own artistic development. For those looking for a place to begin or continue that journey, Pittsford Art Group remains, as she says, “a good place to start.”
For more information about the Pittsford Art Group, its programs, and exhibitions, visit pittsfordartgroup.com.
By Keith Roach, M.D.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a male who is 58 years of age. I recently had an MRI of my cervical spine, and just this month, I had a CT scan of my whole abdomen. Since then, I have had symptoms of dry eyes, weight loss and insomnia. I wondered if the contrast dye used for the MRI or CT scan can cause hyperthyroidism, as these are common symptoms for excess thyroid hormone. Do you think that I have hyperthyroidism? -- G.L.
ANSWER: You are quite right that all these symptoms are commonly seen in people with excess thyroid. The weight loss is due to the increased metabolism of people with excess thyroid hormone. Insomnia is also common for similar reasons. Palpitations, tremor, anxiety, frequent bowel movements, and heat intolerance are all classical symptoms of excess thyroid hormone.
You are also right that the iodine-containing dye from CT scans can precipitate hyperthyroidism in a person who is destined to get it.However,the risk of this occurring is low. There is no increased risk of thyroid disease with MRI dye. You could, indeed, have hyperthyroidism, and if you saw your doctor, you would very likely be tested. (I would certainly do so if I had a patient with these symptoms.) My experience is that these symptoms are not specific to thyroid disease, and it is probably some other cause. So, I would not be surprised if your thyroid tests were normal.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently got married again after being single for six years and have had five urinary tract infections (UTIs) in 14 months. My primary care doctor, a urogynecologist, and a urologist have all agreed on estradiol cream. I was basically put on this treatment for a prolapsed bladder and to build up my vaginal walls since I am sexually active again.
After reading your recent column about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in older women, I am concerned since I underwent menopause 20 years ago (instead of under 10) and just started this treatment two months ago.
I might add that I had not had a UTI for 50 years prior, but vaginal dryness may be contributing to these UTIs. My doctor has not recommended a progestin, but I have also been introduced to taking a cranberry supplement once a day in tablet form to keep bacteria from multiplying.
Would you have recommended the same treatment knowing that I have not had a period for 20 years? -- L.E.
ANSWER: The risks from estrogen replacement in postmenopausal women are from systemic estrogen -- meaning estrogen that gets absorbed into the blood. This includes estrogen pills and patches.
Topical estrogen, such as vaginal creams, rings and gels, are not wellabsorbed in the body and do not significantly increase the risk of heart disease, which is the major reason that I recommended caution to women who underwent menopause more than 10 years ago.
Similarly, progestins need to be used in women with a uterus when they’re taking systemic estrogen -- but not topical estrogen. (Topical estrogen is absorbed slightly in women with atrophy of the vaginal lining, so it is always worth a consultation with an oncologist for women with estrogen-sensitive tumors, such as breast cancer.)
I don’t generally advise systemic HRT more than 10 years postmenopause, but there still may be some times when it’s appropriate after a thorough discussion between a woman and her doctor. In your case, however, the risk of heart disease, breast cancer or blood clots is negligible from topical estrogen.
Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. © 2026 King Features Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved
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The third week of January is known as Hunt for Happiness Week, encouraging people to identify how we define happiness and how we can cultivate happiness and contentment for ourselves. How do you pursue happiness?
- Spending time with people I care about
- Staying or being active
- Helping others
- Devoting time to a hobby
- Doing meaningful work
Poll ends 01-27-2026
DID YOU KNOW? According to the National Autism Association, autism is a bio-neurological developmental disability that affects the normal development of the brain in various areas. Those areas include social interaction, communication skills and cognitive function. Autism generally appears before a child reaches his or her third birthday, and the NAA notes it is diagnosed four times as often in boys than it is in girls. Roughly 40 percent of children with autism do not speak, but parents whose children speak between the ages of 12 and 18 months should know that such youngsters can still ultimately be diagnosed with autism. In such instances, the NAA notes that children lose the words they previously learned. Incidences of autism appear to be on the rise, though the reasons for that remain unclear. According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of autism had risen to one in every 59 children by 2018. That’s twice as great as the rate in 2004, when the CDC reported one in 125 children were diagnosed with autism.
Poll ended 01-20-2026
Since 1994, Martin Luther King Jr has been designated a national day of service, a “day on, not a day off” to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. How do you help your community?
6.7% I volunteer with and/or donate to a local nonprofit
26.7% I check in and help my neighbors
6.7% I’m looking for ways to get involved
60.0% None of the above
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Improving traction around the house also can minimize falls. Throw rugs and runners can be made more secure with nonslip rubber backings. Bath rugs can reduceslippingonwetsurfacesin the bathroom. Also, nonslip mats can be used inside of showers and bathtubs.
Use shoe trays to reduce puddling frommeltingsnoworrainrunoffin entryways. Mop up spills quickly, and consider the use of matteor textured-finished flooring to improve stability underfoot. Promptly remove snow and ice from driveways and walkways. For those who live in cold climates, heated concrete can help melt precipitation before it accumulates.
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Whitney Houston - With a big voice and personality, Houston was incredibly popular during the 1980s and 1990s. While she is known for many chart-topping hits, her fame reached a new level when she covered Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” for the movie “The Bodyguard,” in which she also starred. Houston’s version bridged the gap between country and R&B/pop.
Install a programmable thermostat. The United States Department of Energy estimates that consumers can save 10 percent on their heating bills by rolling back their thermostat 10 to 15 percent over an eight-hour period. Program your thermostat to keep the heat low while you’re at work or away from home. The latest digital thermostats are both userfriendly and visually appealing when hung on the wall.
Rochester Scale Works, Inc. has an opening for an Industrial Scale Service Technician
is is a full-time, 40 hour position with overtime. Experience is preferred but will train the right candidate. Full benefit package to include medical, 401k and profit sharing, paid holidays and vacation, yearly bonus and life insurance.
Job Summary: Testing, repair and calibration of industrial weighing systems
Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalency, must have a clean driver’s license and transportation, electronic and mechanical ability, good attitude, on time, dependable, have own basic hand tools. All specialty tools are supplied.
Please send resume by email to the attention: George Eiff George@rochesterscale.com
The internet: The CareerBuilder survey found that employers believed the internet is the second biggest productivity killer. Professionals with a lot on their plates should do everything they can to avoid surfing the internet during the workday. The internet can be a rabbit hole, and even individuals who only intend to take a brief break from work to check the news or clear their head may soon find themselves moving from website to website while their work piles up. If it’s a mental break you need, get up and take a brief walk around the office instead of surfing the internet.
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1. LITERATURE: Who was the first Canadian to win the Nobel Prize in Literature?
2. MYTHOLOGY: What is the home of the Greek gods?
3. LANGUAGE: Which language is the second most spoken in Canada?
4. HISTORY: Which explorer sailed around Africa to discover a trade route between Europe and India?
5. MOVIES: What is the name of Elle Woods’ Chihuahua in “Legally Blonde”?
6. GAMES: In what year was the original Pac-Man video game released?
7. TELEVISION: What is the name of the town where “Hart of Dixie” is set?
8. FOOD & DRINK: Which popular fruit has seeds on the outside?
9. MEDICAL TERMS: What is the common name for alopecia?
10. GEOGRAPHY: In which country are the Cliffs of Moher located?
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April 22 Sprague’s & Seneca Allegany Casino ($30 Slot+$10 Food Bonus) $125
May 13 Niagara Falls: Chocolate Factory Tour, Carrousel Museum & Vidler’s $169
May 18 Jamestown: Lucy-Desi Museum & the Peterson Nature/Art Institute $195
May 19 Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Tour & Maid of the Mist $185
June 11 I Love Lucy 75th Anniversary with the National Comedy Center $189
June 16 A Bronx Tale at Merry-Go-Round, Sherwood Inn & Saunders $199
June 30 Grease Tribute Show at Turning Stone ($25 Slot+$5 Food Bonus) $159
July 8 Skaneateles Lunch Cruise, Shopping at the new IKEA Store $189
July 14 Tarzan at Merry-Go-Round, Sherwood Inn & Saunders $199
July 14 Oswego Maritime Museum, Waterfront & Holocaust Refugee Museum $179
July 16 Hidden Valley Animal Adventure & Yard of Ale Lunch $179
Aug 5 Grand Lady BBQ Lunch Cruise & Hawk Creek Birds of Prey $189
Aug 12 Summer Mystery Trip ~ old favorites & new summer surprises! $165
Aug 18 Carousel at Merry-Go-Round, Sherwood Inn & Saunders $199
Apr 1-2
Apr 13-14
May 3-7
May 27-6/7
Tara Country Inn Tour & Lunch with Easter Activities $455
PA Dutch Country with Joshua & the Steamboat Inn $459
The Great Chicago Experience! $1,395
Alaska Princess Cruise & Land Tour $4,595
Jun 16-17 Niagara-on-the-Lake with Funny Girl $649
Jun 22-26 Michigan with Mackinaw Island Overnights & Frankenmuth $1,949
Jun 23-7/1 Cowboy Country & National Parks Tour $3,995
Jun 29-7/1 PA Dutch Country with Joshua & Amish Buggy Tour $695
Jul 20-23
USA 250 - Patriotic & Historical Ohio Tour with 3 Shows $TBD
Jul 28-29 1,000 Islands with the Riveredge Resort & Lunch Cruise $495
Aug 4-6
Aug 10-13
PA Dutch Country with Joshua, Mary Poppins & Steamboat Inn $759
Atlantic City - 3 nights at Bally’s ($40 Slot + $40 Food Bonus) $649
Aug 23-9/8 British Isles & Ireland Princess Cruise & Land Tour $5,655
Sept 8-10
All-Inclusive Ohio Amish “Land Cruise” $795
Sept 13-15 Pittsburgh, Fallingwater & Flight 93 Memorial $739
Sept 26-10/1 New England Autumn Explorer (3 train & 2 boat rides) $2,450
Oct 12-13
Oct 18-22
PA Dutch Country Fall Foliage with Joshua & the Steamboat Inn $459
Nashville Highlights with the Jack Daniels Distillery $2,199
REQUESTED: Please call or email to let us know if you plan to attend.