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Finger Lakes Connected | Lucky Newsletter

March 19, 2022

This week's newsletter features updates from local businesses and numerous local events for art, music, food and wine. There are also life and wellness articles: "How to Make a Good First Impression", "Home Decor Trends for Spring 2022" and "Leftover Corned Beef".

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Clark Meadows to Hold Open House March 19

Clark Meadows at Ferris Hills will hold an open house on Saturday, March 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Located on Peg Rayburn Drive – just off Middle Cheshire Road in Canandaigua – Clark Meadows is a 48-apartment enriched (assisted) living community that is a part of UR Medicine Thompson Health, a nonprofit healthcare organization. It is regulated by the New York State Department of Health and is designed for older adults who need assistance in order to maintain as much independence as possible. This assistance can include medication management and help with daily tasks as well as an emergency call pendant system. In addition, three meals are provided daily, along with housekeeping, laundry services and activities. The UR Medicine Geriatrics Group offers medical care on site and there is an on-site pharmacy service, with transportation provided to off-site appointments with specialists.

During the March 19 open house, visitors can take a tour of Clark Meadows, learn about the services offered and meet with the staff. For more information, visit

www.ClarkMeadows.com

or call (585) 393-4330.

Thompson to Host March 29 Job Fair

UR Medicine Thompson Health will host a job fair at F.F. Thompson Hospital, 350 Parrish St. in Canandaigua, from 3 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29.

With on-site interviews, the job fair will be held in the hospital’s Constellation Center for Health and Healing, so those attending should enter the campus from West Street and park in the lot behind the hospital.

Thompson’s open positions include nursing, clinical support, nutrition services, social work, environmental services, clerical/customer service, patient registration and recreation therapy.

The minimum starting wage at Thompson is $15 per hour. Tuition assistance – for staff members pursuing further education – is up to $6,000 per year for those employed full-time and up to $3,000 per year for those working part-time. There are additional initiatives to help associates advance in their careers, including an on-site RN-to-BSN program in partnership with Roberts Wesleyan College and a CNA-to-LPN program that covers tuition.

Visit

www.ThompsonHealth.com/Careers

for more information about open positions and about benefits, as well as a link to a job application.

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Play Mini Golf at Wood Library! -

Friday Fairway Frolic, Fri, Mar 25 I 5:00-9:00PM, age 21+

Saturday Library Links, Sat, Mar 26 I 10:00AM-4:00PM, all ages

Fun for adults and families! Play 18 holes of mini golf with obstacles created by our sponsors! Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.

Purchase tickets here.

Books Sandwiched In -

Mon, Mar 21 I 12:00PM

Our book talk series continues with Cody Grabhorn, Director of Ontario County Historical Society, who will review Never Caught: The Washingtons' Relentless Pursuit of their Runaway Slave, Ona Judge by Erica Dunbar. The full schedule of reviews can be found here.

Read with Pride -

Tues, Mar 22 I 6:00PM

Grades 6-12. Read and discuss The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang, then play games and choose our next book!

Registration required for Zoom link

Tai Chi -

Wednesdays I 10:00AM

Age 55+. Learn to reduce stress and work on movement and balance.

Registration required.

Alzheimers Association Caregiver Support Group -

Wed, Mar 23 I 11:00AM

Build a support system with people who understand. For more information and to

register

call 800.272.3900

Open Tech Hours -

Wednesdays I 3:00-5:00PM

Bring your device and questions. No appointment necessary. First come, first-served.

Computer Classes for Seniors: Streaming Services -

Thurs, Mar 24 I 10:00AM

For persons age 60+ who reside in Ontario County. Find out what streaming is, how it works, and what you need to “cut the cable cord.”

Registration required

One book, OWWL Kids -

Tues, Mar 29 I 5:30PM

Libraries across Ontario, Wayne, Wyoming, and Livingston Counties are celebrating family literacy by launching our first community read program:

One Book, OWWL Kids

. We are reading

Ruby Finds a Worry

by Tom Percival. Families with children in grades K-3 are invited to join us for a special event with activities based on Percival's book.

Register here.

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Finger Lakes Wine Country catering to drivers as flight costs soar.

MyTwinTiers.com

Finger Lakes, N.Y. (WETM) – As spring approaches, Finger Lakes Wine Country is preparing to welcome travelers back into the region.

If looking for a regional get-away despite the upcoming increased airfares, a local trip to wine country may be the answer. The Finger Lakes Wine Country is preparing for an increase in tourism ahead of the upcoming season.

Banshee Slushee "Irish Ghost"

To honor St. Patrick's Day, we are bringing back the Banshee Slushie for the month of March. It's Irish Green, made with our famous Ghost wine and tastes like a frozen Margarita. The Banshee Slushie will be available everyday we are open along with the Wisteria Blushie.

OTHER SPECIALS in MARCH:Ghost wine and Caché are 2 for $30 mix or match. In tasting room only, while supplies last.We are still operating under Winter Hours, Fri-Mon 10-5

Miles Wine Cellars: Address: 168 Randall Crossing Rd Himrod, NY 14842 Phone: (607) 243-7742

Prejean Winery Announces Most Recent Award Winners

Prejean Winery, announces their most recent winning wines from the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Prejean Winery’s 2020 Cabernet Franc Rosé (Dry Rosé) and 2020 Semi-Dry Gewurztraminer both won silver in the competition.

Wine lovers should act soon, as they have limited quantities of the award winners. They encourage people to shop now while supplies last. The wines are available at their winery or their online wine shop. Order local award-winning wine with free shipping on a case! PrejeanWinery.com

This week's wine pic comes is a post last year from P oint of the Bluff Vineyards. "When people think about New York State, they often think about NYC, or the popular Hudson Valley and the Catskills, but the Finger Lakes region just doesn’t seem to get the recognition that it deserves."

How to Make a Good First Impression

Every day we encounter new people: standing in line for our morning coffee, in business, book club, restaurants, etc. Like it or not, our brain automatically starts processing information about that other person and starts forming an impression. It processes the other person’s demeanor or body language, physical attributes, attire, voice and language, and puts it in perspective of the environment. If you want to leave a good impression, here are some ideas.

Home Decor Trends for Spring 2022

Spring is almost here and that signals a time to spruce up the home through remodeling or updating interior spaces. Read More.

Leftover Corned Beef

Okay, beef is a little pricey these days, but it may be worth stretching your budget to buy a seasonal corned beef.

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Beginning Watercolor

at The Cheshire Union

March 18, 2022 @ 10:00 am to 11:30 am