- Town of Chili

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- Town of Chili
Town
of
Chili
N E W S L E T T E R
Fall 2015
Inside
•The Erie Canal and Chili’s Cobblestones
•Recreation Programs
•Senior Programs
• Community
Spotlight
Town
Supervisor
David Dunning
Town Board
Jordon Brown
Tracy DiFlorio
Michael Slattery
Mary Sperr
Town of Chili
Chili Town Hall
3333 Chili Avenue
Rochester, NY 14624
www.townofchili.org
585-889-3550
From the
A
Supervisor
s fall approaches, so does budget season. By
the time you read this I will have submitted
my 2016 tentative budget for the Town Board
to review and consider. With a less than 1% tax
cap this year comes additional challenges, my
2016 proposed budget meets those challenges,
thanks to the help and support of the town
department heads. Since the adoption of the tax
cap I have maintained that we will comply and
we will maintain the services that our residents
have come to appreciate. Most recently the
State added an additional challenge by enacting
a tax freeze, requiring efficiency plans from
local governments, however this was not a new
challenge for us. This new mandate is actually
two fold, first we must comply with the tax cap
and second we must submit an efficiency plan
that provides for efficiencies that equal at least
1% each year for the next 3 years. Since taking
office in 2008, I challenged the staff here to
find better more efficient ways to do business,
without sacrificing the quality of services we
provide. I have partnered with our neighboring
towns to share services creating cost saving
partnerships and will continue to seek new
opportunities. Today I am pleased to report that
the Town of Chili has submitted an efficiency plan
that exceeds the States requirement for each
and every year of the tax freeze. Stable property
taxes, efficient operations and superior services
have been and will remain at the forefront of this
administrations goals and objectives.
Looking at things
around town, Chili
Center has been the hub
of activity this summer.
Chili Paul Plaza is under
new management and
showing signs that
some much needed
improvements are in
sight. The new building
going up next to the
diner will be the new home of Mavis Tire. I have
to say the planning board did a real nice job on
this one. What a nice looking building this will be
and fitting for a new look center. Also McDonalds
is getting a much needed makeover. The new
modern building will be up and running again
soon, again improving the look of Chili Center.
Dunkin Donuts is going strong in North Chili and
construction on the new apartment complex
at Union Square is progressing nicely. Our
Chili Center Master Plan continues to discuss
opportunities and welcomes your input. Please
take a minute or two and visit the Town web site.
www.townofchili.org , click the link for the survey
and let us know what your thinking. As always it is
and has been an honor and privilege to serve as
your Supervisor, should you have any questions
or concerns about anything going on around
town, please stop in, email or call me. 889-6111,
[email protected].
Looking Back at Chili’s Past
The Erie Canal and Chili’s Cobblestones
by Bonnie Moore
T
hat tiny waterway ribbon that
stretches purposely across
the breadth of New York State became the Erie Canal. The brainchild of DeWitt Clinton in 1812
would make an economic impact
on the little villages and larger
towns all along its historic 363
mile journey.
At first DeWitt Clinton was derided for his idea of connecting
New York City with Buffalo and
the Great Lakes. Some called it
“Clinton’s Ditch”. But the governor saw great merit in the canal
and appointed Clinton as the
planner and chief architect of the
project. The state financed the
deal for 7 million dollars.
The canal began in earnest
in 1816 from Rome, New York.
It was dug 28 feet at the bottom and 42 at the top. Boats
that were 80 feet long by 15
feet wide could carry its load of
goods up and down the new corridor of transportation. Originally,
the cost was $22 a ton but was
reduced to $4 within the first
decade, a boon to the blossoming commerce. It was completed
in 1825. It would be altered and
renovated many times after that.
Other small canals would feed off
the Erie Canal and be labeled the
Barge Canal System.
On October of 1825, DeWitt
Clinton, who was at this time the
governor, boarded the boat The
Seneca Chief in Buffalo for the
maiden voyage to New York City.
Roaring crowds and booming
cannons greeted him and other
officials. It was an event heralded
around the world.
Chili would benefit from the
canal too. By this time, Chili was
becoming known for the quality
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of its grain, especially its wheat. It
won prizes at the World’s Fair and
came to the attention of the royal
houses in England. The canal expedited the process of delivering
Chili’goods to a broader market.
What, you might ask, does
this have to do with cobblestones? Well, if it hadn’t been for
those workmen digging their way
through our area, we might not
have the beautiful cobblestone
houses that dot the landscape of
Chili and upstate communities.
We can only imagine the
drudgery day by day that the
workmen endured. Sore backs,
sore arms, aching feet, sweating
in the summer, shivering in late
autumn, and the shovel as the
constant extension of the body.
But they were grateful for the job.
Perhaps they were only vaguely
aware of the importance of their
work. Somewhere along the way
as the canal neared our territory
they began to notice the piles and
piles of small rounded stones
forming pyramids on farmers’
fields. They must have surmised
that farmers were struggling to
till their land and those pesky
little stones were a hindrance,
Farmhands and farmers children
worked at removing this nuisance
by piling them at any convenient
spot on the land.
What the canal workers did not
know was why these stones were
deposited here. We now know
that they were the result of many
milenniums of constant wave
action from Lake Ontario. The
glacier finally receded and disappeared but not before the stones
were rounded and polished.
Some of the canal workers,
especially those wondering about
a livelihood after this job was
finished, came to the conclusion
that those interesting and plentiful stones could be useful.
Could they be applied to
the framework of a house the
same as bricks? Bricks had to
be formed, molded and dried,
whereas, here was so much
ready made material. The genius
of this idea sprang up fullblown
right after the Erie Canal was
opened in 1825 and continued
until the Civil War.
These self-made masons in
this new task began to sort the
sizes abd colors. Some were gray,
some were tan and some had a
pinkish hue. The mystery of how
they made their own mortar remained with each builder. Tedious
work it was, slowly laying course
after course. Some courses were
laid flat, end to end; some were
upright; and some were laid in a
herringbone pattern. The artistry,
style and beauty soon became
quite evident.
90 percent of all the cobblestone buildings can be found
within a 60 mile radius of Rochester, New York. Chili presently
has 7 cobblestone houses and a
cobblestone schoolhouse which
will be open to the public this
summer on Sunday afternoons.
A book on Chili’s cobblestone
homes, written by the Chili Historic Preservation Board, can be
purchased at the Chili Library.
www.townofchili.org
Town News
Town
Clerk’s
Office
Virginia L. Ignatowski
Town Clerk
Receiver of Taxes
(585) 889-6127 (Clerk)
(585) 889-6129 (Taxes)
School Taxes
School tax bills will be mailed
out at the end of August. If you
are not in a bank escrow account,
and do not receive your bill by the
end of the first week of September, please call our tax office at
889-6129 so that we may send
a duplicate to you. School taxes
are a bit more complicated than
Town/County taxes and have a
much shorter window in which to
pay.
If you are paying the bill in full,
you have until October 1 to pay
without interest, and until October 31 to pay with 2% interest
added. You should make your
check payable to Virginia Ignatowski – Tax Receiver and either
mail, or bring it to the Chili Town
Hall, 3333 Chili Ave. After Oct.
31, payments are made to the
Monroe County Treasurer and
are to be mailed or brought to the
County office at 39 W. Main St.
If you are going to pay in installments, the first payment is
made to Virginia Ignatowski – Tax
Receiver and is due by September 15 without interest, or by
September 20, with 1% interest.
This should be delivered to the
Chili Town Hall. All of the other
payments are then made to the
Monroe County Treasurer and
should be delivered to the County. If you are not sure of what you
should do, or where you should
go, the full instructions can be
www.townofchili.org
found on the back of the bill, or
call our office for assistance.
We only accept cash or checks
for tax payments. If you wish to
pay by credit card, you can do so
through www.monroecounty.gov,
with an additional 3% charge. As
a reminder, we do have a night
deposit box to enable payment
drop-off after hours and on weekends.
ALERT!! CHANGE IN
RECEIPTING PROCESS!!
Due to rising costs we will
no longer automatically mail a
receipt for all received tax payments. The law states that we
must mail receipts to property
owners with accounts held in
escrow, and that will continue,
but do not need to mail a receipt
UNLESS IT IS REQUESTED for accounts not held in escrow. Many
have noticed the small box on the
bill that you should check off to
request a receipt and have done
so, but many have not checked
that box, either because they
did not notice it, or they did not
desire a mailed receipt. We have
erred on the side of “didn’t notice
it” in the past and still had a receipt mailed if the box was not
checked. THIS WILL NO LONGER
BE THE CASE. A receipt will only
be mailed if this box is checked
off or the account is held in escrow.
All payment information is
available online!!
We ask that you consider assisting in our efforts to control
costs by NOT checking the box
and, instead, obtain your payment information online through
the Monroe County website at
www.monroecounty.gov.
• A box on the upper right hand
side of the county’s home page
is titled “Top On-line Services”.
Click on the first bullet “View /
Pay Taxes Online”.
•This opens the Real Property
Portal. Read the agreement and
click “I Agree”.
•On the next screen click the
calculator above the “View/Pay
Taxes Online”.
• On the next screen enter your
address or the parcel ID number,
and then click the magnifying
glass above “Search for Property”.
•
Your property information
should then appear. At the very
top left of the screen that opens
you will see “School Statement”,
“Combined Town and County Tax
Statement”, “Duplicate School
Statement” and “Duplicate Combined Statement”. The first two
are the original bills and the next
two are the receipts for the most
recent billing cycles. The payment
information is at the bottom of
the receipt. It will show the dates
and amounts that have been received to date and an outstanding amount due if there is one.
Of course we understand that
not everyone has a computer or
the capability to retrieve their
information online. If requested,
we will still mail the receipt to
you. Just be sure to indicate this
desire by checking the box on the
bill and mailing the entire bill to
us with your payment.
We appreciate your assistance
and patience with these modifications. As always, if you are unsure
about what to do, we encourage
you to call us at 889-6129.
made and they do not contain a
post office postmark date. Subsequently, even though you may request that a check be mailed on
or before a due date, if it does not
actually arrive by the due date,
it is considered late. If you wish
to pay via this method, it is recommended that you do so with
enough advance time to ensure
that we receive it by the due date.
Check your bank accounts
If you mail payment to us,
please check your bank account
after a couple of weeks to ensure
that it was cashed. We have had
several instances of checks never arriving, and presumably, were
lost in the mail. Homeowners
were then surprised to find that
they were now late / delinquent
in their tax payments and owed
interest and penalty fees. Also,
if you are in an escrow account,
you should receive a receipt by
the end of October. If not, please
contact us. Banks can, and do,
make mistakes. Both of these
situations don’t occur often, but
when it does, it is far better to
catch it early in the process.
On-line banking payments
not recommended
On-line bank payments are
highly discouraged and are done
at your own risk. This is stated
on the back of the bill. While this
type of banking is an option many
employ to pay their household
bills, it is not recommended for
time sensitive payments. Banks
can take several days to send the
check after the on-line request is
Town of Chili Newsletter • 3
Town News
Town
Clerk’s
Office
Virginia L. Ignatowski
Town Clerk
Receiver of Taxes
(585) 889-6127 (Clerk)
(585) 889-6129 (Taxes)
Hunting Licenses
The new season for hunting licenses has begun. Updated software was rolled out by the DEC
earlier this year. The changes
made huge improvements in the
screens used to capture sales information and streamlined many
processes. This should reduce
the time it takes to complete a
sale. We appreciate the patience
from patrons last year when we
were hampered with the very
cumbersome software that was
implemented in 2014.
outdoor.
• Hunter education certificates
and sporting licenses from all
other states and countries are
honored.
•Hunters wishing to bow hunt
must take an additional bow
hunter education course.
• Anyone 12 years of age or older must obtain a license to hunt.
•Hunters under the age of 16
must apply for a license in person, bring their birth certificate,
and be accompanied by a parent
or legal guardian.
Residency
Hunting License
General Information Requirements:
•For a resident license, a per•A hunter education course is
required for anyone who cannot
show proof that they have ever
possessed a hunting license. For
information on hunter education
courses, call 1-888-HUNT ED 2,
or visit http://www.dec.ny.gov/
son must live in New York State
for more than thirty days prior to
the date of application.
•Land ownership does not
make you a resident. Your residency must be your fixed, perma-
nent, and principal home.
•If under 18, the residence of
your parents or legal guardian is
your residence.
What if I Lose My
License?
•To replace a lost license, you
may contact any license issuing
agent; a $5.00 fee for each license will be charged.
•To replace a lost tag, go to
any license issuing agent. This
includes a lost big game carcass
tag set.
•Lost turkey permits are also
replaced by any license issuing
agent.
For more information about the
various conservation licenses
available, please visit http://
www.dec.ny.gov/.
Town
of Chili
Building
Department
Edward Shero
Building & Plumbing
Inspector
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A
s summer winds down, and
our spring/summer projects are nearing completion, it
is important to arrange for final
inspections to close out any open
building permits on your property
so a Certificate of Compliance
can be issued. This is especially
important for swimming pools,
as we need to test the alarms
before they are removed and the
pool covered for the fall/winter
season. Whether your project
was done by a contractor or done
by yourselves as property owner,
all permits have a closeout process in the Town of Chili. If you
have not received a Certificate
of Compliance or arranged for a
final inspection on your project,
chances are your permit is still
open. Please note that Building
Permits for additions, decks,
sheds, etc. are good for 18
months from issue date. Building Permits issued for swimming
pools are good for 3 months from
issue date. Building Permits are
subject to renewal fees if work is
not completed in this time frame.
No structure/pool is to be used
until a Certificate of Compliance
is issued. If your project has
been completed according to the
approved permit plans and you
would like to arrange for a final
inspection, please call the Building Department at 889-6143.
We do require 24-hours notice
for all inspections. If you’re not
sure where in the inspection process your permit is, please give
us a call and we’d be happy to
check the status and help you
close out any open items before
the fall/winter weather sets in.
We encourage everyone to
contact the Building Department
at 889-6143 if you have any
questions about open permits on
your property.
www.townofchili.org
Town News
Highway
Department
News
David P. Lindsay
P.E., Commissioner of
Public Works/
Superintendent of
Highways
(585) 889-2630
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Household
Hazardous Waste
Collection Day
Household Hazardous Waste
Collection Day will be held for all
residents of Monroe County, but
specifically for the southwest
region including the Towns of
Gates, Chili, Wheatland, Riga,
and Villages of Churchville and
Scottsville. The collection, which
is being provided by Monroe
County, will take place at the Town
of Chili Highway Department,
located at 200 Beaver Road, on
Saturday, September 12, 2015.
All drop-offs are by appointment
only, between 7:45a.m. to 12
noon. To make an appointment,
contact the Town of Chili Highway
Department at 889-2630 (option
#2) or visit the Online Scheduler
at
http://www.monroecounty.
gov/hhw.
Wood Chips and
Leaf Mulch
Wood chips and leaf mulch are
available for re-use. Stockpiles
are located behind the former
Highway Garage in the lower
parking area, past the tennis
courts.
www.townofchili.org
Fall Leaf Collection
The Town of Chili’s leaf collection
service runs from mid October
through
mid
December.
Residents should rake leaves
close to, but not on the roadway
surface. Do not include rocks,
sticks or other debris in the
leaf pile. Refrain from parking
vehicles in front of leaves during
leaf collection periods, as this
makes it difficult to maneuver the
equipment. Residents are asked
to be patient as leaf collection
can be slow due to the inclement
weather, volume, or when the
leaves actually come down.
Christmas Tree
Collection
Mailboxes
The Highway Department asks
that residents keep their mailboxes in good condition throughout the year. Mailboxes that are
neglected will surely be affected
by our plows due to the heavy
snow from our wing plows. Our
drivers take extra measures to
avoid mailboxes, but sometimes
weather conditions restrict the
driver’s ability to avoid them. If
your mailbox is damaged during
snow removal, a post/stake and
a standard size metal mailbox
are the only replacements, regardless of what you had previously installed. The highway crew
will repair any mailbox they damage, to serviceable condition, not
necessarily a new mailbox.
The Town of Chili offers free
Christmas tree disposal and
will be collected on the same
schedule as the Debris Pick-up
Program. If you prefer, you can
drop off your Christmas tree at
the former Highway Department,
in the back parking lot, by the
tennis courts. Just follow the
signs.
Town of Chili Newsletter • 5
Town News
Highway
Department
News
David P. Lindsay
P.E., Commissioner of
Public Works/
Superintendent of
Highways
(585) 889-2630
Debris Pick-Up Program - Town Pick-up Schedule
In general, the Town picks up brush and tree limbs on the schedule below. However, during
times of increased service demand such as spring pickup season or after a severe storm, there
will be delays which will impact the pickup schedule. For the latest information on the status of
the pickup schedule, please contact the dispatch line at (585) 889-2630, prompt #2.
First & Third Full Week- (Starting on a Monday) North & West Chili- north from Chili
Avenue and west from Chili-Coldwater Road.
Second & Fourth Full Week- East from Chili-Coldwater Road and south from Chili
Avenue.
•Brush and tree limbs must be cut and stacked neatly with the cut ends facing the road.
Please stack brush, logs, and shrubs separately. Limbs should be left as long as possible.
Logs must be cut as short as possible. All material, except log pieces, will be chipped.
Material not chipped will be collected by another vehicle, possibly the next day. Chips
are available for reuse at the Highway garage storage area and by delivery to the home
upon request. Leaf mulch is also available for reuse.
•Green waste, vines, weeds, sticks, and shrubs shall be piled separately for packer pickup. PLEASE DO NOT BAG. WE WILL NOT PICK UP BAGS AND WE DO NOT PICK UP
GRASS CLIPPINGS. Backyard composting is suggested.
• Metal items and white goods, EXCLUDING dehumidifiers, air conditioners, refrigerators,
and freezers (unless Freon has been removed & Red Tagged). Please call your private
hauler for details regarding those items.
•Rocks, concrete, brick, and dirt. Must be piled separately and not in pieces larger than
12”. PLEASE DO NOT BAG.
• Junk cars. By appointment, and proof of ownership is required.
******PLEASE HAVE ALL DEBRIS READY FOR PICK-UP ON THE SUNDAY EVENING
PRECEEDING YOUR WEEK OF SERVICE.
All inquiries should be directed to the Department of Public Works Office at 889-2630,
Monday- Friday between 7:00a.m. and 3:30p.m. NOTE: May through September,
hours are Monday- Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 3:30p.m., Friday 6:00a.m. -10:00 a.m.
• No Tires - must be off rims to be collected by your private hauler
• Do not place items in concrete gutters, ditches, or on top of storm drains
• Pile materials separately from items to be collected by your private hauler
• No contractor-generated tree debris
• Unreasonably large amounts of debris shall not be placed at the curbside
without prior approval of the DPW. Please contact 889-6156 for help in this
matter.
• No construction debris or building materials
• No furniture, TVs, fuel tanks
• Residents having items which are considered hazardous waste material should call
Monroe County Hazardous Waste at 753-7600 for information on disposal.
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www.townofchili.org
Town News
Assessor’s T
Office
Jennie L. Miller,
Assessor
(585) 889-6132
For more information,
please visit our website:
he Assessment Department
is responsible for assessing
all town property and administering property tax exemptions.
Assessment rolls are open for
public inspection during weekday
office hours or available any time
online at the Town website: www.
townofchili.org
All exemptions must be applied for and filed with the Asses-
sor’s office on or before taxable
status date in order to affect the
applicable year’s taxes.
Exemptions are administered
in accordance with NYS Real
Property Tax Laws. If you move
to a new primary residence, it is
your obligation to notify the Assessor, and make new application at the new address for any
exemptions you may be eligible
for with that local Assessor.
Renewal applications for existing exemptions are mailed in
October 2015 for the upcoming
2016 assessment roll; these applications must be completed
with applicable supporting documentation and filed in the Assessor’s Office no later than taxable
status date.
www.townofchili.org
Working for You
The next taxable status
date is: March 1, 2016
New property owner’s that apply (or have applied) in 2015 for
a NEW or FIRST-TIME Basic STAR
exemption for their September
2016 school bill will receive notification from New York State Department of Taxation & Finance
(NYS DTF) to register.
It is very important to note
that the STAR Registration process, DOES NOT take the place of
submitting an application for the
STAR exemption to your local Assessor – the registration process
is in addition to the application
process. For additional information please visit NYS DTF online:
http://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/
Additional partial tax relief may be available for eligible applicants:
STAR – BASIC
(RP-425)
Owner-occupied, Primary Residence; $30,000 School Tax Exemption
owners total income must be less than (Assessed Value)
$500,000
Primary Residence of homeowners 65 or $65,300 School Tax Exemption
STAR - ENHANCED
Must be 65 yrs old by older with Total Household Income less (Assessed Value)
12/31/2016 (RP-425) than $84,550 for 2014
SENIOR CITIZEN
(AGED)
(RP-467)
Primary Residence of homeowners 65 or
older with Total Household Income less
than $37,400 (T/C, GCSD, WCSD & CCSD);
$28,400 (CMSD)
5% TO 50% of Assessed Value
(based upon income) for Town,
County and School Dist. (if no
school aged children in home,
except CCSD)
ALTERNATIVE
VETERAN
(RP-458-a)
Available to Veterans who served during
a recognized period of war and honorably
discharged. The dates are derived from
Federal and State Law School – currently
only the Cal-Mum School Dist
15% War Vet of Assessed Value,
(Max. $36,000 Twn/Cnty) 25%
for Combat Vets (Max. $60,000
Twn/Cnty) School - As Adopted by
School District
ALT. VETERAN
DISABILITY
(RP-458-a-Dis)
May be granted based on a service-con- 50% of VA Combined Disability
nected disability rating from VA
Rating or Max Ex $120,000
(Whichever is less)
COLD WAR VETERAN
(RP-458-b)
Available to Veterans who served (Sept. 2, 10% Cold War Vet (Max. Ex 10%
1945 to Dec. 26, 1991) on active duty and or $8,000 – County Only)
were honorably discharged or released
(10-Year Term Limit)
COLD WAR
VETERAN DISABILITY
(RP-458-b-Dis)
May be granted based on a service-con- 50% of VA Combined Disabilnected disability rating from VA
ity Rating or Max Ex $40,000
(Whichever is less)
PERSON’S WITH
DISABILITY &
LIMITED INCOME
(RP-459-c)
Available for Primary Residence with Total 5% to 50% of Assessed Value
Household Income less than $37,400 (T/C, (based on income) Twn/Cnty and
GCSD, WCSD & CCSD); $28,400 (CMSD)
School (if no school aged children in home, except CCSD)
** Requirements may vary with local options on assessment and income limits.
Applications and Renewal forms may be obtained in our office or online at the Town website: www.townofchili.org Any questions? Please feel free to call our office at (585) 889-6132 or stop in for assistance.
www.townofchili.org
Town of Chili Newsletter • 7
Town News
Dog
Control
Office
Licensing
The town of Chili, in accordance
with New York State Law, requires
that all dogs 4 months of age and
older be licensed. Dog owners
who have a dog without a license
could be issued an appearance
ticket and be fined up to $250.
To avoid any possibility of this
happening, a dog license can
be obtained at the Town Clerk’s
Office, located in the Town Hall at
3333 Chili Ave.
Want to Contact
Us?
The Dog Control Office
is part of the Code
Enforcement Department.
We are located at 3333 Chili
Avenue, Rochester, New
York 14624. The Dog
Control Officer is Kristin
Yachett and she can be
reached at (585) 8896175 between 9:00am and
5:00pm Monday through
Friday. After hours please
leave a message or if it’s
urgent you can call 911 and
they will contact the on-duty
officer. Kris’ email address
is; [email protected].
In order to obtain a license,
the following two items will be
needed:
• Proof of a rabies vaccination.
•Proof of spay and neutering
from your veterinarian or
animal care provider.
The cost of a dog license is $10
for neutered and spayed dogs
and $20 for non-neutered and
non-spayed dogs. If you are 65
or older, the cost is $5.50 and
$15.50, respectively.
TOWN OF CHILI
BRICK WALK
Established in 2003, “the walk” is comprised of red clay bricks to commemorate your loved one for
an: (anniversary, birthday, holiday, graduation, memorial, or just because).
Located at the Town of Chili, Town Hall, 3333 Chili Avenue, Rochester, NY 14624.
The cost of a single brick is $75.00 and a double brick is $150.00. Each brick will be engraved with
the donor’s choice of names. There will be a maximum 26 spaces each (2 lines for a single brick) and
52 spaces each (4 lines for a double brick).
Bricks take approximately 2 weeks to engrave and install; (installation April – October only). Please
fill out the information below with a check payable to: Town of Chili
________ Number of Single Bricks (at $75.00 each).
Name(s) to be engraved on each brick (maximum 2 lines or 26 spaces each).
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Dog
Control
Office
If for some reason you
think your pet has ingested
something they shouldn’t have
and are unable to contact
your veterinarian, the Animal
Emergency Service of rochester,
located at 825 white spruce
boulevard, is ready to take your
calls concerning any animal
mishaps or questions you may
have. They can be reached 24
hours a day at 585-424-1277.
Winter Health and Holiday Safety Tips for Your Dog
Leash Law
All dog owners must have their
dog on a leash when they are
walking them off their property,
on Town sidewalks, roads, open
areas or Parks. The dog must be
equipped with a collar or harness
that is attached to a leash.
Both collar/harness and leash
must be of sufficient strength to
restrain the dog, and the leash
shall be held by a person who has
the ability to control and restrain
the dog by means of the collar/
harness and the leash. Please
be courteous of your neighbors
while walking your dog. If your
dog decides to do his ‘business’
on someone else’s property,
please remove the waste and
dispose of it properly.
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Bitter cold, numbing wetness,
biting winds and salt can cause
discomfort for our dogs. To keep
your canine companion healthy
and safe this winter here are a
few guidelines:
•
Wind chill causes colder
conditions
than
your
thermometer reads. Dogs
shouldn’t be left outside
for extended periods of
time. Even a half hour in
frigid conditions can cause
problems.
•Always make sure your dog
has access to an appropriate
shelter. Dogs also need relief
from drafty floors and tile. Provide them with a blanket
or pillow.
• Groom your dog on a regular
basis. Shorthaired dogs get
cold more easily. A coat or
sweater will help keep them
warm on frigid days.
• Trim excess hair from footpads
and toes on long-haired dogs
to make it easier to remove
ice and snow from their paws.
•Towel or blow-dry their coat.
If your dog gets wet during
inclement weather, be sure
to dry its fur to shorten any
exposure to hypothermia.
•
Never leave a dog alone
in a vehicle during frigid
temperatures. Leaving the
car running while you are
away from the car may seem
like a good way to keep your
dog warm, but exhaust fumes
from the vehicle’s engine can
sometimes enter the interior
of the car and cause your
dog to be exposed to carbon
monoxide poisoning, which
can be lethal.
• Antifreeze is poisonous to your
dog if ingested. Antifreeze
that leaks onto driveways and
roadways smells and tastes
good to dogs. Please keep
your dog clear of these areas.
•Always wipe your dog’s feet
after a walk to remove excess
salt from their pads. If their
pads become dry and cracked,
a little petroleum jelly may be
useful in moistening them.
• Like humans, sometimes our
pets don’t feel well. Before
giving your dog an over-thecounter medication, be sure
to consult your veterinarian
first.
•
Christmas plants such as
holly, poinsettia and mistletoe
are poisonous to your dog.
•Tinsel also poses a danger.
Tinsel can obstruct your dog’s
intestines and cut off blood
circulation.
•Placing lights on the lower
branches of a Christmas
tree should be avoided or
minimized. The lights can
become hot and burn your
dog’s mouth.
•Avoid using glass ornaments.
As your dog gets curious and
playful, these ornaments can
break, causing harm to their
foot pads as well as their
mouth if picked up.
•Keep all candy and treats
out of your dog’s reach.
Chocolate, alcohol, and
marshmallows are harmful to
your dog and can be toxic.
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Chili Recreation
Chili
Recreation
Michael Curley
Parks & Recreation
Director
Dear Chili Residents:
I want to thank everyone who took part in one of
the many Chili Recreation programs and events
this summer. Whether it was the 26th Annual Chil-E
Fest, the FREE Outdoor Movie Series, the Farmers
Market, a summer camp or any of the other great
offerings…THANK YOU!
Now with the summer sun fading and “back
to school” on the minds on many people, Chili
Recreation is planning for a great Fall and Winter
season. Check out all the programs and special
events inside this edition of the newsletter, you are
sure to find something fun.
I want to take this opportunity to introduce Chili
Recreation’s newest team members. Eric Janovsky,
Recreation Assistant, joined Chili Recreation right
before the busy summer months and jumped right
Michael Curley
Chili
Recreation
Info
Chili Community
Center and
Recreation Office
4400 Buffalo Road
North Chili, NY 14514
Phone: 585-889-4680
[email protected]
Community Center Hours
Monday-Thurs 9 am–8 pm
Friday 9 am–5 pm
Saturday 9 am–2 pm
Mission Statement
The mission of the Chili
Recreation Department
is to provide wholesome
leisure opportunities
and recreational
facilities to the residents
of Chili regardless of
age or ability. Through
a commitment of
professional excellence,
we strive to offer quality
programming and
facilities to enhance
the quality of life
for residents of the
community.
Adam Washbon Ashley Vent
in working the SAFE Afterschool program and the
Summer Day Camp at Paul Road School. Eric comes
from a camp and afterschool program setting and
brings with him experience and fresh new ideas.
The other new member of Chili Recreation is not
a person. During the ground breaking of our new
spray ground we discovered a mysterious egg. The
summer sun led to the egg hatching and to our
surprise it was a Tyrannosaurus Rex that the staff
has adopted and named Chili REX.
Welcome to both Eric and REX.
As always, if you have any questions or suggestions
for new programs, please give me a call or e-mail
me at [email protected].
Sincerely,
Michael Curley, Parks and Recreation Director
Jesse Marano
Recreation Staff
Michael Curley, Director
Adam Washbon,
Recreation Supervisor
Ashley Vent,
Recreation Leader
Jesse Marano,
Recreation Assistant
Eric Janovsky
Recreation Assistant
Chili Rex
Recreation Ambassador
Chili Recreation and its Staff are members of:
National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA)
New York State Recreation and Park Society (NYSRPS)
Genesee Valley Recreation and Park Society (GVRPS)
United States Tennis Association (USTA)
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Eric Janovsky
Chili Rex
Recreation Office Hours
Monday-Friday
9:00 am-5:00 pm
Recreation Committee
James Crelly, Chair
Katie Akin
Mary Fisher
Lynn Fulmore
James McLean
Guy Puglia
Margaret Sheppard
Karen Trott
Anna Valeria-Iseman
How are we doing?
Let us know!
Here at Chili Recreation we strive to provide the best customer service and ensure
that your experience with our programs
and activities exceeds your expectations.
Let us know how we are doing by sending
an e-mail to [email protected] or
by calling us at 585-889-4680.
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Chili Recreation
Preschool
Programs
COMMUNITY CENTER PLAYGROUP
Come to the Chili Community Center and join
other families on the playground. When the
weather turns cooler, Chili Recreation opens
the gym at the Community Center for you and
your toddler. There will be balls, mats, and
other equipment to use and all of this is free!
Who: Up to age 5 (with adult)
When: Mondays (ongoing)
Time:
9:30-10:30 am
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost:FREE
PINT SIZE SCIENCE
Do you have a preschooler who loves to
explore his or her world? Are you looking
for something unique and educational to
do during the day with your child? Join “Pint
Size Science” this fall and you both will be
mesmerized with hands on science activities.
Your child will listen to a story each week and
explore the science of color and the magic
of magnets. You will enjoy building a volcano
with your child and seeing their eyes light up
as it erupts. You will also make raisins dance,
make a gooey concoction and much more.
Who: Ages 3-5 (with adult)
When:
Thursdays, September 24
October 15
Time: 1:30-2:30 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: Mrs. Karie Kilner
Cost: $30/resident or
$35/non-resident
Min: 6 Max: 12
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Online
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BEGINNER TAP, BALLET & TUMBLING
Students will be introduced to basic dance
techniques in tap and ballet. Children will
enjoy learning to dance in a fun, creative and
SAFE environment. Ballet slippers and tap
shoes are recommended.
Who: Ages 3-5
When: Tuesdays, September 29
December 15 (12 weeks)
Time:
4:15-5:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: American Dance Academy Staff
Cost: $110/resident or
$115/non-resident
MELODY KIDS
Wouldn’t your child or children enjoy singing,
dancing and creating to fun songs? This class
is created for young children and parents
to learn musical skills which are taught to
music. Your instructor for this fun class is
Miss Brenda of Melody Kids. Brenda has a
MA degree in Education and many years of
experience teaching young children, as well
as many years of studying cello and voice.
Who: 6 months to 4 years (with adult)
When: Wednesdays
Session 1: September 23-October 21
Session 2: November 4-December 9
(no class 11/25)
Time: 10:00-10:45 am
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: Brenda Lincoln
Cost: $30/resident or $35/non-resident
Min: 4 Max: 10
TINY TOT TIME
Tiny Tot Time is a monthly program just for
preschoolers! Join us for specialized classes
incorporating arts and crafts, sports and
education. All programs will be designed for
children ages 3-5 and require an actively
participating adult. Be sure to dress according
to each class’s theme!
Who: Ages 3-5 (with adult)
When: Second Thursday of each month
Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost: $5 per class (no charge for adult)
Min: 4
Max: 10
September 10 - Lots of Legos
October 8 - Tricks and Treats Halloween Bash
November 12 - Superhero Safari & Princess Party
December 10 - Christmas Magic Celebration
Pee Wee
Sports
PEE WEE SOCCER LEAGUE
This program will introduce your child to
the game of soccer using age-appropriate
activities and games. The main emphasis will
be fun and requires a “feet on” approach by
all parents. Volunteer coaches are needed.
Space is limited, so register early.
Who: Ages 3 and 4
When: Saturdays,
September 19-October 24
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Where: Davis Park
Cost: $40/resident or
$45/non-resident
PEE WEE SPORTS SAMPLER
This introductory program is designed to
introduce youth to the basics of three fun
sports along with the motor skills necessary
to play. Each week Coach Adam, Coach Jesse
& Coach Eric will teach your pee wee players
a different sport in the hopes that one or
many pique their interest. The three sports
covered will be Flag Football, Basketball, and
Floor Hockey. These games will be introduced
through fun activities, parental involvement
and age-appropriate equipment. This program
focuses on the fun of the games without the
threat of competition or fear of failure and will
lead into our full four week programs for each
of these sports.
Who:
Ages 3-5 (with participating adult)
When:Mondays,
September 21-October 5
Time:
6:00-7:00 pm
Where: Chestnut Ridge
Elementary School
Cost:
$15/resident or
$20/non-resident
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PEE WEE FLAG FOOTBALL
This introductory program is designed to
teach youth the basics of flag football along
with the motor skills necessary to play Each
week Coach Adam, Coach Jesse & Coach Eric
will teach kids the game of football through
fun activities, parental involvement and ageappropriate equipment. This program focuses
on the fun of the game without the threat of
competition or fear of failure. Participants get
a t-shirt.
Who:
Ages 3-5 (with participating adult)
When:Mondays,
October 19-November 9
Time:
6:00-7:00 pm
Where: Chestnut Ridge
Elementary School
Cost:
$30/resident or
$35/non-resident
PEE WEE BASKETBALL
This introductory program is designed to
teach youth the basics of basketball along
with the motor skills necessary to play. Each
week Coach Adam, Coach Jesse & Coach Eric
will teach kids the game of basketball through
fun activities, parental involvement and ageappropriate equipment. This program focuses
on the fun of the game without the threat of
competition or fear of failure. Participants get
a t-shirt.
Who:
Ages 3-5 (with participating adult)
When:Mondays,
November 23-December 7
Time:
6:00-7:00 pm
Where: Chestnut Ridge
Elementary School
Cost:
$30/resident or
$35/non-resident
Youth
Programs
KID’S CLUB
Get your friends together for a night out just for
KIDS at the Chili Community Center! Kid’s Club
is the place to be for kids grades K-9 to play the
night away. After a pizza dinner, we will split up
into groups and enjoy activities including sports,
games, crafts, popcorn and more. This program
gives parents the chance to enjoy a special
night while their children are having a fun time
in a safe environment with their friends all at
a low price. Registration for each Kid’s Club
closes the Wednesday before. Please register
early so program is not cancelled.
Who: Grades K-9
When: December 12
Time:
6:00-9:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost:
$10 per child/per night
Recess Camps
GENERAL INFORMATION
Join Chili Recreation Staff and stay busy
during school breaks! Each day will have a
special theme, field trip or visitor, as well as
games, sports, creativity and more. Please
send your child with a bagged lunch and
two snacks unless otherwise noted. We
encourage you to sign up as soon as possible
as space is limited. Below we have listed the
tentative schedule of highlighted events for
each camp.
Who:
Grades K-9 (divided into age
appropriate groups)
Time:
8:00 am-6:00 pm
Chili Paul Plaza Parking Lot
Where all vendors 3240 Chili Avenue, Rochester
MAKE IT, BAKE IT,
or GROW IT!
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9:
AUTUMN ADVENTURE
Crisp air and vibrant colors let us know that
Autumn is here and our adventures with Chili
Recreation Recess Days are too. We will start
our first Recess Camp with a trip to Stokoe
Farms for a day filled with hayrides, pumpkin
picking, and over 35 other activities available
to us. This is a great chance for some good,
old-fashioned family fun on the Stokoe Farm.
Bus leaves at 9:30 AM.
Where: TBD, check online
Cost: $30/resident per day or
$35/non-resident per day
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12:
JURASSIC CAMP
The Dinosaur craze is back, but was it ever
really extinct? Chili Rec will fashion a time
machine to send us back to the roaring times
where larger than life creatures roamed the
world. Campers will have the opportunity to be
engaged in prehistoric activities throughout the
day. Prepare for Chili Rex to make a camp visit.
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost: $30/resident per day or
$35/non-resident per day
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11:
GOLD RUSH!
Howdy Y’all! Round up your friends and join
Chili Recreation as we transform the ghost
town Community Center into a gold miner’s
paradise. The Country theme will shape
our activities and cuisine. Wanted outlaws
beware! We’ve got new sheriffs in town. Keep
in mind not everything that shines is gunna
be gold partner!
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost: $30/resident per day or
$35/non-resident per day
The Town of Chili is pleased to announce the eighth annual FARMERS
MARKET in the center of Chili. Farmers, crafters, and other vendors will
be on hand each week selling their produce and wares. Local non-profits
will also set up booths to promote their organizations. If you would like
more information, please contact Chili Recreation at 889-4680.
• Many local farmers and crafters selling a variety of products.
• Specialty item vendors such as cooking spices and rubs, baked goods, soaps and candles.
• GREAT Community Event where you can see friends and family!
Saturdays through October 31 • 8:00 am-1:00 pm
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16:
NERF WARS
Ready, aim, fire... You’ve been targeted to
have a great time with Chili Recreation! Bring
your Nerf toy and imagination to camp as
we sharpen your skills into a special agent.
Campers will be provided with goggles and
briefed on safety specs for this mission. Be
prepared to train but inside and out! Camo is
encouraged. Troops, label all ammo and toys
before reporting for duty.
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost: $30/resident per day or
$35/non-resident per day
SAFE (Supervised
Afterschool Fun and
Exercise) Program
For those working parents who are looking for a quality
afterschool program that is affordable, Chili Recreation
is now offering SAFE! This afterschool program provides
a quality, fun and safe recreational environment and has
two locations Chili Community Center (Churchville Chili
students) and Paul Road Elementary School (Gates Chili
students). Activities include arts and crafts, free play, and organized group games in
the gym or outside. A daily snack is provided. The program will remain open for schoolscheduled half days, but will close for full-day holidays and breaks.
DECEMBER BREAK:
FROZEN FAREWELL
PAUL ROAD SCHOOL SITE (GATES CHILI STUDENTS)
Chili Recreation will show kids how to have
fun during the winter months as we engage
them with activities to help shake their
winter blues and say farewell to 2015. With
enough snow we will hit the slopes for a day
of sledding and snowman building. Activities
and crafts will turn the Community Center
into a winter wonderland. Special snacks this
week will help campers warm up and get into
the holiday spirit.
When: December 28, 29, 30
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost: $100/resident or
$115/non-resident or
$40/resident per day or
$45/non-resident per day
CHILI COMMUNITY CENTER SITE (CHURCHVILLE CHILI STUDENTS)
Who: Grades K-5
Where: Paul Road Elementary School
When: Monday-Friday, monthly registration
Time: School dismissal until 6 pm
Transportation:School District will bus Brasser students to program
Staffing: Chili Recreation trained staff (ratio of 12 students to 1 staff)
Maximum: 50 students
Cost: $140/student/month
Who: Grades K-8
Where: Chili Community Center (4400 Buffalo Road)
When: Monday-Friday, monthly registration
Time: School dismissal until 6 pm
Transportation:School District will bus students to Community Center
Staffing: Chili Recreation trained staff (ratio of 12 students to 1 staff)
Maximum: 40 students
Cost: $140/student/month
SAFE Program Before Care Gates Chili Students Only
Chili Recreation is now offering before school care for Gates Chili students. The program
is for students attending Paul Road School and Brasser. Brasser students will be bussed
from Paul Road before the start of the school day. This program will also remain open for
school-scheduled half days, but will close for full-day holidays and breaks.
Who: Grades K-5
Where: Paul Road Elementary School
When: Monday-Friday, monthly
registration
Time: 7:30 until school begins
Transportation:School District will bus Brasser
students to school
Staffing: Chili Recreation trained staff
(ratio of 12 students to 1 staff)
Maximum: 50 students
Cost: $95/student/month
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Enrichment
Programs
SPOOKY SCIENCE
Pumpkins, Goblins, and Ghosts, Oh My!
Come explore Halloween science as we do
some “creepy” experiments involving worms,
eyeballs, and ghostly messages! You’ll have a
blast making bubbling potions, glowing goo
and spooky sounds. Join us in the lab this fall
for a ghoulish good time!
Who: Grades 3-6
When: Fridays, October 23 & 30
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: Mrs. Kilner
Cost:
$40/resident or
$45/non-resident
Min: 5
Max: 12
BABYSITTER’S TRAINING COURSE
Taught through classroom discussion,
instructor lecture and supplemented by an
interactive video presentation; this 5 hour
class for boys & girls ages 11 and older
and teaches participants the roles and
responsibilities of a babysitter and includes
skills in: accident prevention, first aid and
abdominal thrusts for choking victims.
Each student will receive a workbook and a
certification card upon completion. Students
are asked to bring a self-addressed, stamped
envelope to class along with a bagged lunch.
Who: Ages 11 and older
When:
Saturday, November 14
Time:
9:00 am-2:30 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: EPIC Trainings
Cost:
$50/resident or
$55/non-resident
Min: 5
FIRST AID FOR KIDS
Taught by EMT’s and Paramedics, this course
teaches 8-14 year old participants the skills
and techniques necessary to respond to
a variety of first aid related emergencies
including: bleeding control, choking, burns,
care for sprains, strains and breaks and
treatment for heat & cold emergencies. Also
addressed are several common medical
emergencies found in many schools today
such as: food allergies, diabetes, seizures
and asthma. This course meets requirements
for several boy/girl scout badges.
Who: Ages 8-14
When: Thursday, November 12
Time: 6:30-8:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: EPIC Trainings
Cost: $20/resident or
$25/non-resident
Min: 5
Paracord Bracelet
NEW!
Workshop
Functional and fashionable! Come learn how
to use paracord to make Survival bracelets,
key chains, necklaces, belts and more. In this
workshop you will learn the 3 basic types of
braids you can use to make various crafts
for years to come. Each participant will get a
bracelet kit which includes the paracord and
clasp.
Who: Ages 8 and up
When: Session 1: Saturday, October 10
Session 2: Saturday, November 14
Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: Treeline Outdoor Sports
Cost: $25/resident or
$30/non-resident
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Physical
Activity
Programs
KARATE
These Karate classes are designed for
students of all abilities, from beginner to
advanced black belts. Instructor Dave Mason
teaches a diverse curriculum which offers
belt rankings in Tsunami-Ryu Karate-Do.
Registrations accepted at all times and fee
will be prorated!
Who: Ages 5 & up
Sessions: Monthly
When: Tues. & Thurs. 6:00-7:00 pm &
Sat. 9:00-10:30 am
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: Dave Mason, 10 Degree
Black Belt
Cost: $55 resident/month or
$60 non-resident/month
Dance Classes with
American Dance
Academy
BEGINNER TAP, BALLET & TUMBLING
Students will be introduced to basic dance
techniques in tap and ballet. Children will
enjoy learning to dance in a fun, creative and
SAFE environment. Ballet slippers and tap
shoes are recommended.
Who: Ages 3-5
When: Tuesdays, September 29
December 15 (12 weeks)
Time:
4:15-5:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: American Dance Academy Staff
Cost: $110/resident or
$115/non-resident
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TAP, BALLET & TUMBLING
TAP, BALLET & JAZZ (LEVEL 3)
For those students ready to take the next step
and learn new dance techniques in tap and
ballet. Children will enjoy learning to dance in
a fun, creative and SAFE environment. Ballet
slippers and tap shoes are recommended.
Who: Ages 5-7
When: Tuesdays, September 29
December 15 (12 weeks)
Time: 5:00-5:45 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: American Dance Academy Staff
Cost: $110/resident or
$115/non-resident
Students with 3+ years previous dance
experience or permission from the instructor
will further develop their technique in tap and
ballet and jazz dance. Tap and ballet shoes
needed.
Who: Ages 8-13
When: Tuesdays, September 29
December 15 (12 weeks)
Time: 7:00-8:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: American Dance Academy Staff
Cost: $145/resident or
$150/non-resident
HIP HOP
Sports
Programs
For those students who want to learn the
latest dance moves, this class is for you.
Students will learn the moves of their favorite
popstars, other hip-hop moves, as well as a
dance routine. This is a high energy, exciting
class!
Who: Ages 7 and up
When: Tuesdays, September 29
December 15 (12 weeks)
Time: 6:30-7:00 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: American Dance Academy Staff
Cost: $80/resident or
$85/non-resident
TAP, BALLET & JAZZ (LEVEL 2)
Students with previous dance experience or
permission from the instructor will further
develop their technique in tap and ballet.
Jazz dance will begin at this level in lieu of
tumbling. Tap and ballet shoes needed.
Who: Ages 7-10
When: Tuesdays, September 29
December 15 (12 weeks)
Time: 5:45-6:30 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: American Dance Academy Staff
Cost: $110/resident or
$115/non-resident
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BOYS FLAG FOOTBALL
You asked and we delivered. New this season,
we will play 9 weeks! Also new this season,
we will dive right into the excitement, taking
our traditional first week skills evaluation
and transforming it to the Skills Competition
we previously held the final week. Just more
reasons to join us on the gridiron for our safe
alternative to tackle football. Our league gives
kids the opportunity to play football in a fun,
action-packed league and learn the basic
fundamentals of the game. Coaches will play
quarterback so all players will be playmakers.
Keep in mind late registration will likely result
in placement on the waiting list. Volunteer
coaches need. Mouth guards are required.
Our season ends on a Friday night with a
game under the lights at Merante Field. Teen
Flag Football on page 17.
Who: Boys
Grades 1-2
Grades 3-4
Grades 5-6
When: Saturdays, August 29-October 23
Time: 9:00-10:15 am
Where: Davis Park (Chestnut Ridge
Road entrance)
Cost: $50/resident or
$55/non-resident
NEW! GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL
Game on girls! It’s time for a league all to
yourself that gives you the opportunity to play
football in a fun, action-packed league and
learn the basic fundamentals of the game.
Coaches will play quarterback so all players
will be playmakers. We need your help! If
we don’t get enough girls to have a stand
alone league, girls can join the boys league.
Volunteer coaches needed. Mouth guards are
required. Our season ends on a Friday night
with a game under the lights at Merante Field.
Teen Flag Football on page 17.
Who: Girls
Grades 1-2
Grades 3-4
Grades 5-6
Grades 7-9
When: Saturdays, August 29-October 23
Time: 10:15-11:30 am
Where: Davis Park (Chestnut Ridge
Road entrance)
Cost: $50/resident or
$55/non-resident
BOYS YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
(GRADES 1-6)
Chili Recreation has is kicking it up a notch!
Our Coaches attended conferences on
youth basketball and are bringing their
findings to our community. Join Coach Adam
for a 10 week league where we introduce
fundamentals and discover the flow of the
game. New this year we are introducing an
active 3 on 3 format for the first 3 weeks.
After Thanksgiving break we will introduce
the 5 on 5 format and more traditional rules.
Each team will need a volunteer coach.
Please register early, team size and divisions
are dependent on registration numbers.
Who: Grades 1-2
Grades 3-4
Grades 5-6
When: Saturdays, November 7
January 30 (10 weeks - no games
on 11/28, 12/26, 1/2)
Time:
Week 1- Skills Evaluation
Grades 1-2 – 8:30-9:30 am
Grades 3-4 – 9:45-10:45 am
Grades 5-6 – 11:00 am-12:00 pm
(*Team Schedules TBD based on
enrollment)
Where: Paul Road School Gym
Cost: $60/resident or
$65/non-resident
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Chili Recreation
GIRLS YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
(GRADES 1-6)
This league is just for girls and their basketball
skills development. Join Coach Adam for
a 10 week league where we introduce
fundamentals and discover the flow of the
game. New this year we are introducing an
active 3 on 3 format for the first 3 weeks.
After Thanksgiving break we will introduce
the 5 on 5 format and more traditional rules.
Each team will need a volunteer coach.
Please register early, team size and divisions
are dependent on registration numbers.
Who: Grades 1-2
Grades 3-4
Grades 5-6
When: Saturdays, November 7
January 30 (10 weeks - no games
on 11/28, 12/26, 1/2)
Time:
Week 1- Skills Evaluation
Grades 1-2 – 8:30-9:30 am
Grades 3-4 – 9:45-10:45 am
Grades 5-6 – 11:00 am-12:00 pm
(*Team Schedules TBD based on
enrollment)
Where: Paul Road School Gym
Cost: $60/resident or
$65/non-resident
KINDERGARTEN BASKETBALL
LEAGUE
Join Coach Adam and Coach Eric for a six
week league just for Kindergarteners! The
Paul Road School gym is transformed into
a mini arena where we introduce elements
of basketball but put a primary focus on
fun. Players will be using age-appropriate
equipment to give kids the opportunity to
play basketball without the fear of failure in
a non-competitive league. Volunteer coaches
are needed. Recreation skill will implement
skills and guide practice with the support of
coaches.
Who: Kindergartners (Coed Division)
When: Fridays, November 6
December 18
(no games on 11/27)
Time:
6:00-8:00 pm (1 hour games, times will vary)
Where: Paul Road School Gym
Cost: $40/resident or
$45/non-resident
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GAGA NIGHT
This crowd favorite has been showcased at
Chili Recreation family events and camps and
now has its own special night! This fast-paced
safe alternative to dodgeball is great for all
ages and abilities. Come spend an entire night
playing your favorite game as we host hours of
open matches. If you have never played come
see what you’re missing out on. The game is
quick and easy to learn. Parents, we want to
see if you have what it takes to hang with the
kids so feel free join in the fun! We will have
pizza and refreshments available for purchase.
Registration is required, no walk-ins.
Who: All ages
When: October 16 and January 8
Time: 6:00-8:30 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost: FREE, food available for
additional fee
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Teen & Adult
Programs
Physical Activity
Programs
DANCING WITH THE GIRLS
This class is for those who have always dreamed
of becoming a Rockette or being involved in
a Broadway show. If you enjoy moving to all
types of music including Latin, disco, country,
hop-hop and oldies, this class is for you! No
experience is necessary and two “left feet” are
always acceptable. Participants should wear
comfortable clothing and sneakers.
Who: Adults
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and
Thursdays
Fall Session:
September 28-December 17
(no class 9/7 or 11/26)
Winter Session:
January 4-March 24
Time: 6:15-7:15 pm (Mon/Thurs)
5:45-6:45 pm (Wed)
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: Pat Dykstra, Certified Fitness
Professional
Cost: $50/one day a week,
$90/two days a week,
$105/three days a week
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Chili Recreation
KARATE
These Karate classes are designed for
students of all abilities, from beginner to
advanced black belts. Instructor Dave Mason
teaches a diverse curriculum which offers
belt rankings in Tsunami-Ryu Karate-Do.
Registrations accepted at all times and fee
will be prorated!
Who: Adults
Sessions: Monthly
When: Tues. & Thurs. 7:00-9:00 pm &
Sat. 9:00-10:30 am
Where: Chili Community Center
Instructor: Dave Mason,
10 Degree Black Belt
Cost: $55 resident/month or
$60 non-resident/month
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS
Tai Chi is a “soft” martial arts program that
incorporates a system of moving meditation.
The emphasis of Tai Chi is on stress relief and
releasing unnecessary tension. In this class
for beginners, you will learn the Tai Chi warm
up, breathing techniques, and 12-postureform. This activity has many health benefits
for people, including those with Fibromyalgia,
Rheumatoid Arthritis, joint problems, MS,
high blood pressure and more.
Who: Adults
When: Thursdays, September 17
November 5
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost: $45/resident or
$50/non-resident
Instructor: Andrea King, Sifu at
Northeastern Martial Arts Institute
Min: 5 Max: 15
INTERMEDIATE TAI CHI
NEW! This intermediate class is for
students who attended the beginner Tai
Chi class, and/or need a refresher for their
existing skill set. In this class we will fine tune
or finish the 12-posture form and our warmup Qi-Gong exercises. We will also work on the
awareness and deepening of our breathing
and relaxation of our body while in motion.
Who: Adults who have completed Beginner Tai Chi
When: Thursdays,
January 21-March 10
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost: $45/resident or
$50/non-resident
Instructor: Andrea King, Sifu at Northeastern
Martial Arts Institute
Min: 5 Max: 15
CROSSFIT BEGINNER BOOTCAMP
Get fit, burn fat, and get motivated in a fun
atmosphere. This class is for those who are
new to high intensity workouts and want to
jump start their fitness. In this class, you will
learn the basic CrossFit movements and be
led through a warm-up, workout and cooldown. All workouts can be performed by
ANY skill level. The fee includes three 1 hour
classes per week, any day you choose. If a
class has already begun, we will pro-rate the
remaining classes.
Who: Ages 15 and up
Where: CrossFit Ambition, 3240 Chili Ave
in the Chili-Paul Plaza
When:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday,
Sunday (attend any 3 classes
per week)
Time: Tues. & Thurs. 8:00 am-9:00 am
or 7:00 pm-8:00 pm, Sat. & Sun.
8:00 am-9:00 am
Session 1: September 8 - October 3
Session 2: October 6 – October 31
Session 3: November 3 – November 28
Session 4: December 1 - December 26
Session 5: December 29-January 23
Instructor: Kris Caswell
Fee: $75/resident or
$80/non-resident
Sports
Programs
TEEN FLAG FOOTBALL
LEAGUE - The league
NEW
NS!
IV
D ISIO
continues to expand to
give high school students
recreation opportunities. Help spread the
word so we can keep having a platform for your
young adults. New this season, we will play 9
weeks! Also new this season, we will dive right
into the excitement, taking our traditional first
week skills evaluation and transforming it to
the Skills Competition we previously held the
final week. Just more reasons to join us on
the gridiron for our safe alternative to tackle
football. Our league gives kids the opportunity
to play football in a fun, action-packed league
and learn the basic fundamentals of the
game. Coaches will play quarterback so all
players will be playmakers. Keep in mind late
registration will likely result in placement
on the waiting list. Volunteer coaches need.
Mouth guards are required. Our season ends
on a Friday night with a game under the lights
at Merante Field.
Who: Grades 7-8
Grades 9-10
When: Saturdays, August 29-October 23
Time: 9:00-10:15 am
Where: Davis Park
(Chestnut Ridge Road entrance)
Cost: $50/resident or
$55/non-resident
Register
Online
AND PAY
USING A
Credit Card
at www.townofchili.org
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Chili Recreation
TEEN BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Looking for a place to play basketball on
those snowy winter Fridays? Chili Recreation
is offering a five week basketball program
that continues to give junior high and high
school students recreation opportunities. The
program is an open gym format basketball
league on Friday nights for students in grades
7 thru 9. This is a high energy league where we
emphasize sportsmanship and a great time. If
any parent is willing to volunteer as a coach or
referee, please make a note on the registration
form. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY so the program
does not get cancelled.
Who: Grades 7-9 (Girls)
Grades 7-9 (Boys)
When:
Fridays, January 9-February 6
Time:
6:15-7:15 pm
7:30-8:30 pm
Where: Paul Road School Gym
Cost: $25/resident or $30/non-resident
BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING CLASS
Have you ever wanted to paint like the worldfamous Bob Ross but you feel that you do
not have the artistic ability? Well, now you
do! This class requires no previous art expe­
rience, and all students will take their com­
pleted artwork home with them the day of the
class. Bob Ross Certified Instructor CC Walker
will provide all the materials and the instruc­
tion to create your own masterpiece. Come in
painting clothes and get ready to impress your
family and friends with the end result! Please
bring baby wipes and art smock.
Who: Age 18 and up
Session 1: Tuesday, September 29
Session 2: Wednesday, October 21
Session 3: Tuesday, November 17
Session 4: Wednesday, December 9
Time: 6:30-9:00 pm
Where:
Chili Community Center
Cost: $60 per session/resident or
$65 per session/non-resident
Instructor: CC Walker, Certified Bob Ross
Instructor
Looking for a dog
obedience class?
Family &
Special
Events
GRANDPARENTS’ DAY - BREAKFAST
FOR DINNER
NEW
Save the date and join as we
TIME!
celebrate Grandparent’s Day!
This event is a great way for
grandparents and their grandchildren to
share this special day together. This is sure
to be a special time for both. Breakfast for
dinner will be accompanied with a craft and
everyone’s favorite activity; BINGO! Be sure to
register early, space will be limited.
Who: Grandparents & Grandchildren
When: Friday, September 11
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost: $5 per person
FALL FUN DAY
Join Chili Recreation on
September 26 for the
annual Fall Fun Day in Davis Park. This fun
filled community event is FREE and includes
inflatable activities, wagon and pony rides,
games, face painting, and vendors. All of this
is FREE and guaranteed to be FUN! Food will
be available for purchase. A special thank
you to MVP Healthcare for their sponsorship
of this event.
When: Saturday, September 26
Time:
11:30 am-2:30 pm
Where: Davis Park (Chestnut Ridge side)
COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN PARTY
Chili Recreation is stirring up a witch’s brew,
the only ingredient we’re missing is you! Float
or fly to the Chili Senior Center as we begin
our Halloween celebration with kid’s games
and activities, where everyone can play and
win. The grand finale of our event will be a
Costume Parade to the Chili Farmers Market
where you will show off your imagination and
creativity with your costume. Prizes will be
awarded to the top costumes, and all little
monsters will take home some treats from
our Farmers Market Vendors. Play games
and activities at the Chili Senior Center until
12:00 pm, and then show off your costume
and collect candy at the Farmers Market.
Who:Families
When:
Saturday, October 31
Time:
10:30 am-12:30 pm
Where: Chili Senior Center and
Farmers Market
Cost:Free
PUMPKIN CARVING AND PAINTING
CONTEST
Does your family love to carve or paint
pumpkins every fall? If so, Chili Recreation
wants to see. Send us a picture of your scary,
spooky, happy, funny, and/or silly pumpkins
between the dates of October 1-31. Judging
will be done in early November and winners
will be announced and contacted shortly
thereafter. Please include names of the
pumpkin carvers or painters and contact
information with your submissions. There will
be categories for both carved and painted
pumpkins. Winners will receive a prize and
their photos will be used in department
promotional material. Be creative and have
fun! FACEBOOK JUDGING: Submitted photos
will be posted on our Facebook page for a
public vote. As we’re making our final decision,
we’ll take into consideration the most popular
pumpkin in the Facebook vote.
Who:
Chili Residents
When:
October 1-October 31
E-Mail:[email protected]
View At: www.facebook.com/
chilirecreation
Cost:Free
Chili Rec has those.
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Chili Recreation
NEW! FOOTGOLF
Something new for all of you soccer
fans! We are taking 2 sports and putting them
together for your enjoyment. Footgolf is the
newest craze sweeping the country and Chili
Recreation is bringing it to the community
with a little creativity. The game is played the
same way as golf, except players use a soccer
ball instead of a golf ball, and the ball is kicked
rather than hit with a golf club. Golf etiquette
and rules will apply, no cleats please. Widener
Park is home to one of the area’s premier
Disc Golf Courses but for our event we will
transform it to the ultimate Footgolf course.
Watch out for all the bunkers, trees, hills and
water hazards that make up Widener Park.
Food will be available for purchase at the turn.
Please register online to secure a spot in the
shotgun start.
Who:
All Ages
When:
Saturday, October 10
Time
12:00-2:30 Shotgun Start
Where: Widener Park
Cost: $2 per person
EVENING FOR THE GIRLS
No boys allowed! This is the ultimate
pajama party! Get excited for a night of fun,
entertainment and laughter in celebration of
mothers and daughters. Chili Recreation has
planned an old-fashioned pajama party filled
with girly goodies including manicures, trivia,
snacks, and more! Come dressed in your
more comfortable pajamas and get ready for
a great time. Make sure you register early and
tell your friends, space is limited.
Who:
Girls ages 4-14 (with
participating female adult)
When:
Friday, November 20
Time:
6:30-8:30 pm
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost:$5/person
Register
Online
Credit Card
AND PAY
USING A
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
NEW
Chili Recreation has once again
TIME!
arranged for Santa Claus to
make a special stop in Chili to visit all the
good girls and boys. Enjoy a breakfast and
entertainment followed by time to sit with
Santa Claus to take photos!
When:
Saturday, December 5
Time:
9:00 am-11:00 pm
Seating starts at 9:00 am
Breakfast served at 9:30 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost:$6/person
COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS TREE
LIGHTING
Bundle up as we bring the holiday cheer to
Chili. Seasonal songs will set the mood as
we start our celebration by welcoming Santa
and special guest to light the Town Complex.
Following the tree lighting, stick around for
the Winter Carnival! The night will be filled
with festive fun outside the Chili Senior
Center, including carols, children activities led
by Recreation Staff and horse-drawn wagon
rides. Food will be available for purchase. See
special info on joining the Parade of Lights.
When: Friday, December 4
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Where: Senior Center (3235 Chili Avenue)
Cost:Free*
*Please consider adding to the donation drive
to collect items for the Veterans Hospital.
Look for a list of needed items in the event
flyers and newspaper ads a few weeks before
the event.
Christmas Parade of Lights
Join Chili Recreation for the 2nd Annual
Christmas Parade of Lights as we brighten
the night and bring in the holiday season.
The Parade of Lights serves as the kickoff
to the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on
December 4. Residents, businesses, and
local organizations are invited to participate
by decorating their vehicles, campers,
boats, and floats and parading down Chili
Avenue. Help make the 2015 parade bigger
and brighter by joining in the festive fun! If
you are interested in participating, call Chili
Recreation at 889-4680 or e-mail us at
[email protected] by November 1.
When: Friday, December 4
Time:
6:00 pm
Where: Chili Avenue parade route
ending at Chili Senior Center.
Parade route TBD
Cost:Free
VALENTINE’S DANCE
Chili Recreation is pleased to announce a
very special evenings for the girls of Chili. Chili
Recreation will hold its Annual Valentine’s
Dance for those adult males who would love
to treat their special girl to evening of fun and
memories in the Community Center. There will
be dancing, refreshments, and goody bags for
all the girls who attend.
Who:
Girls 12 and under (with adult)
When:
Saturday, February 5
Time:
6:30-8:30 pm
Where: Chili Community Center
Cost:
$20/resident family or
$30/non-resident family
Registration begins on January 1 online at
www.townofchili.org and at the Recreation
Office. This event will sell out so register early.
at www.townofchili.org
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Town of Chili Newsletter • 19
Chili Recreation
26th Annual Chil-E Fest, Thank You!
The 26th Annual Chil-E Fest, once again held on July 4th, saw great weather, great
crowds and many smiling faces. This popular community event included the 9th annual car show,
a variety of music on two stages, community groups, food vendors, and the best fireworks in
Monroe County! On behalf of the Town of Chili, Chili Recreation would like to thank the following
sponsors whose financial support of this event helped make it the success that it was.
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www.townofchili.org
Registration Form
Chili Community Center 4400 Buffalo Road, North Chili, NY
Use Our Online
Registration!
Town
of
Chili
N E W S L E T T E R
Chili Recreation uses an online
registration system that allows for users
to register their entire family for multiple
programs and make payment with
the click of a mouse or the touch of a
Smartphone.
Fall 2015
Inside
• The Erie Canal and
Chili’s Cobblestones
• Recreation Programs
• Senior Programs
• Community
Spotlight
Go to www.townofchili.org and set up a
Family user account to make registrations
and payments easy and fast.
Town
Supervisor
David Dunning
This system also allows Chili Recreation to
send out e-mails with program information
regarding current and upcoming programs
so you never miss out!
Town Board
Jordon Brown
Tracy DiFlorio
Michael Slattery
Mary Sperr
Town of Chili
Chili Town Hall
3333 Chili Avenue
Rochester, NY 14624
www.townofchili.org
585-889-3550
From the
A
Supervisor
s fall approaches, so does budget season. By
the time you read this I will have submitted
my 2016 tentative budget for the Town Board
to review and consider. With a less than 1% tax
cap this year comes additional challenges, my
2016 proposed budget meets those challenges,
thanks to the help and support of the town
department heads. Since the adoption of the tax
cap I have maintained that we will comply and
we will maintain the services that our residents
have come to appreciate. Most recently the
State added an additional challenge by enacting
a tax freeze, requiring efficiency plans from
local governments, however this was not a new
challenge for us. This new mandate is actually
two fold, first we must comply with the tax cap
and second we must submit an efficiency plan
that provides for efficiencies that equal at least
1% each year for the next 3 years. Since taking
office in 2008, I challenged the staff here to
find better more efficient ways to do business,
without sacrificing the quality of services we
provide. I have partnered with our neighboring
towns to share services creating cost saving
partnerships and will continue to seek new
opportunities. Today I am pleased to report that
the Town of Chili has submitted an efficiency plan
that exceeds the States requirement for each
and every year of the tax freeze. Stable property
taxes, efficient operations and superior services
have been and will remain at the forefront of this
administrations goals and objectives.
Looking at things
around town, Chili
Center has been the hub
of activity this summer.
Chili Paul Plaza is under
new management and
showing signs that
some much needed
improvements are in
sight. The new building
going up next to the
diner will be the new home of Mavis Tire. I have
to say the planning board did a real nice job on
this one. What a nice looking building this will be
and fitting for a new look center. Also McDonalds
is getting a much needed makeover. The new
modern building will be up and running again
soon, again improving the look of Chili Center.
Dunkin Donuts is going strong in North Chili and
construction on the new apartment complex
at Union Square is progressing nicely. Our
Chili Center Master Plan continues to discuss
opportunities and welcomes your input. Please
take a minute or two and visit the Town web site.
www.townofchili.org , click the link for the survey
and let us know what your thinking. As always it is
and has been an honor and privilege to serve as
your Supervisor, should you have any questions
or concerns about anything going on around
town, please stop in, email or call me. 889-6111,
[email protected].
For mail-in registrations please return this form along with a check payable to: Town of Chili
Household Information
(Must be completed by parent/guardian/self)
Primary Account Holder
M or F
Street Address
Primary Phone
City
Zip Code
Email
Participant Name
M
F
Date of Birth
Volunteer Coach: q Yes q No
Special Requests (Coach, Teammate, etc.):
Grade
Shirt Size:
Program Name
Fee
Total: $
q Cash q Check #___________
For office use only.
All requests will be considered by Chili Recreation, however they are not guaranteed.
Release Waiver (Must be signed)
I hereby waive, release and discharge the Town of Chili, the Chili Recreation Department, all officers, agents and employees, from all liability and damages that may
occur from taking part in the activity indicated in this agreement. I further agree for my child and/or myself, in the event of injury while participating in said activities,
to indemnify and hold harmless the organization, all employees, to include all contracted individuals, and its participants. I further understand that health insurance is
not provided, and I must supply health coverage for my child or self. I give my permission for treatment by a medical professional to be administered in the event of an
emergency. I also understand that photos may be taken of all participants including myself and/or child. I acknowledge and agree that Chili Recreation or its designee
may use the likeness of program participants on websites, brochures, and other marketing collateral at no cost.
Participant Signature______________________________________________________________________ Dated________________________
(Must be signed by parent/guardian if participant is a minor)
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Town of Chili Newsletter • 21
Chili Parks
Party Games
Package Rental
Bring the fun to your party with
our new Party Games Package
that is available to rent. The
package includes basketballs,
soccer balls, kickballs, a volleyball, Baggo, Ladder Golf, and
KanJam. The package can be
rented in addition to a Union Station Lodge Rental or on its own
for the weekend. We only have
two party packages available
so make sure to reserve one for
your party as soon as possible.
Rental equipment is subject to
damage and replacement costs
if anything is broken or lost.
Cost: $20/weekend
$50 refundable security
deposit required. Call 8894680 for rental information.
Explore
Chili
Parks
Union
Station
Lodge
Rental fees are $150 for
residents of Chili, and
$200 for non-residents.
Alcoholic beverages are not
allowed in the park or in
the lodge. Call 889-4680
for further information
and available dates.
Park Spotlight
Widener Park
This 28-acre recreational area is located at 400 Chili-Scottsville Road. The property is home to
an 18 hole disc-golf course, a picnic pavilion available for rent, beautiful landscapes and a trail
perfect for exploring the park.
*Foot Golf Event October 10 Details on page 19.
Ballantyne Park
This is a two acre park located on Ballantyne Road, next
to the Arc of Monroe County.
Park amenities include a playing field and playground.
Chili Community Center
The Community Center is located at 4400 Buffalo Road in
North Chili and is home to various recreational programs,
special events and meetings.
The building consists of meeting rooms, a program room,
as well as a gymnasium.
These facilities are available
for public, non-profit groups
to use. Along with the Center,
the property has a baseball
field, basketball court, and
playground.
Chili Nature Trail
The Nature Trail is located off
Chili Avenue, behind the Chili
Heights Apartment complex.
This 36-acre park is made up
of various trails, an open field,
scenic pond and two overlook
areas.
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Davis Park
Davis Park is a 52-acre park
with two separate entrances.
The park can be accessed
from either Chestnut Ridge
Road or Paul Road. Davis Park
is home to six baseball fields,
five soccer fields, two open air
pavilions which are available
for rent, restrooms, tennis
courts, and two playground
areas.
Hubbard Park
This seven acre park is located in North Chili on Union
Street near Parkway Drive.
Hubbard Park consists of a
baseball field, tennis courts,
a basketball court, and a playground.
Memorial Park
Located at 3235 Chili Avenue,
this 11.6 acre park is home to
many playing fields, a basketball court, tennis courts, and
a playground. Memorial Park
playing fields include six baseball fields, two of which have
lights. Merante Field, which is
a premier soccer/football field
with lights, is also located at
Memorial Park.
Union Station Park
The Town of Chili is proud to
offer our lodge at Union Station Park which is available
to rent for family and community events. Access to the
park and lodge is off Union
Street in North Chili at the
end of Rock Island Road. This
enclosed lodge offers accommodations for up to 80 people, indoor restroom facilities,
kitchenette, and a full paved
parking lot. Recreation facilities surrounding this lodge include playground equipment,
a nature trail, access to Black
Creek, 2 athletic fields, a basketball court and a paved trail
perfect for walking and biking.
*Lodge reservations are only
accepted online and can be
made one year in advance.
If you do not have access to
register online call Chili Recreation for assistance at 8894680.
Yolanda Park
Yolanda Park, a 3.7 acre park,
is located on Yolanda Drive
and consists of a soccer field
and playground equipment.
www.townofchili.org
Senior Center
wait and wait for summer and the
Senior Wewarm
weather, and before you realize it, the seasons are evolving again... The
Center cooler weather is a great time for some out-
Mary Anne Sears
Director
Programs for the Aging
door activities or even some of our regular
indoor ones! Put on your hiking shoes, grab
a sweater and come and play with us! Check
out some of the great programs that we have
to offer at the Center. If you have never been
here, how about stopping in, meeting us and
Mary Anne Sears
Senior
Center
Info
Michael Ferugia
sign up for a free lunch! It’s amazing how
many people still don’t know that we are
here! We are an active group of young seniors that know how to have fun! We are not
your typical “Senior Citizens”! Come and see
for yourself!
Sincerely,
Mary Anne Sears, Director
Programs for the Aging
Gwen Machulskis
Pam Holihan
Chili Senior Center
Senior Center Hours
Senior Center Staff
3235 Chili Avenue
Rochester, NY 14624
Phone 585-889-6185
Monday-Friday
9:00 am-4:00 pm
Mary Anne Sears, Director
Michael Ferugia, Clerk Assistant
Gwen Machulskis, Clerk Assistant
Pam Holihan, Clerk Assistant
Mission T
Statement
he Chili Senior Center supports adults in their effort to remain healthy, active and
independent members of the community by providing socially, intellectually, and
physically enriching activities for senior adults age 55 and over. The Chili Senior Center
also serves the senior community by acting as a resource for senior related issues.
Elder Source Services: We have a
representative from Lifespan here at the
Center once a month, generally on a Monday
from 10:00 am-12:00 pm. If you need help
with a medical, financial, or legal issue and
don’t know where to turn, stop in. Are you
concerned about a family member, a health
or housing issue, please come and talk with
our representative. Appointments are not
required. Please call the Senior Center to
verify dates.
www.townofchili.org
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Senior Center
Meals on Wheels
Books to People Program
The Monroe County Office for the Aging contracts with Visiting Nurse Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. (585-787-8313)
to assist with better health through nutrition.
Often mealtime becomes a real challenge for
individuals who are recuperating from an illness or who are too ill or frail to prepare a
meal. “Meals on Wheels” is a service that provides valuable nutrition needed. To be eligible
for this service a person must be:
• 60 years of age;
• homebound;
•Living alone or with someone who is unable to prepare nutritious meals and/or is
absent during the day.
Visiting Nurse Service has numerous meal
programs. The meals funded by the Office
for the Aging have a suggested donation of
$3.00 per meal.
Are you, or someone you love, unable to come
to the library in person due to health reasons? If so, the Chili Public Library’s Books
to People Program is for you. This program is
made possible by the Friends of Chili Public
Library and is available to residents of Chili
who are restricted from driving for health
reasons. “Books to People” provides free delivery of library materials to your home on a
regular basis. A librarian will select materials
for you based on the interests you indicate on
your application. A volunteer member of the
Friends will make deliveries to your home and
pick up materials for return to the library. To
register for this program, please fill out the application which can be obtained at the library
or on the library’s website www.chililibrary.org
under Friends/Services. If you have any questions, please contact the librarian at the Information Desk or Friend’s Board Liaison Marcia
Johnson at 889-2200.
AARP Smart Driver Courses:
The Chili Senior Center offers AARP Smart
Driver courses, for our Chili residents. If space
allows, we will accept non residents, two
weeks prior to the class starting date. Classes are held on Tuesday and Friday mornings
from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. You must attend
both sessions. The fee for this class is $20
if you are a member of AARP. If you are not a
member, the cost is $25 per person. Please
bring your membership card to the first class.
You must sign up in advance. The fall dates
for 2015 are: Tuesday, September 15th and
Friday, September 18th , Tuesday, October
20th and Friday, October 23rd, Tuesday, November 17th and Friday, November 20th .
There is not a class in December.
Chili Loan Closet
Do you need to borrow some medical equipment? Feel free to contact the Loan Closet.
They will do their best to help you out. To contact the Loan Closet for medical needs, or to
make a donation please call (585) 594-0839.
If you are struggling with transportation issues and need some direction, please consider calling TRAC. This program offers an easy,
safe and quick answer, to some of your transportation needs. This program is sponsored
by Eldersource and partially funded by the
New Freedom Funds and United Way of Rochester. Call 325-2800 for more information.
STAR Program (Support to Aged
Residents)
Is a unique program in Monroe County. It is
the only program that offers individualized
services to frail, elderly persons over 60 years
of age, either by a donation-based or small
fee for service program. We need your help!
Volunteers are needed to do simple things
that many of our elderly neighbors cannot do
for themselves. It just takes an hour or two of
your time each month to brighten a life. For
more information call please call 262-7057.
Services: Essential transportation: grocery
westside express
The Towns of Chili and Gates are happy to
announce that the “Westside Express” is up
and running! The mission of this transportation service is to provide safe, efficient and accessible transportation for our residents. Our
goal is to address the complex and multifaceted mobility needs of the elderly in our area,
with the purpose of improving their quality
of life by providing non-emergency vehicular
transportation. If you would like more information on this program, please call us and we
will send you a brochure. The direct number
for Westside Express is 889-6104. Leave a
message and one of our awesome volunteers
will get back to you. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!
PLEASE STOP IN AND SEE US! If you think
you might be interested in driving or dispatching, or like more information, please stop in
at the Senior Center. Even if you only have
4 hours of time a month, that would be awesome!
Be crazy. Be stupid.
Be silly. Be weird.
Be Whatever.
Because life is too short to
be anything but happy.
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Trac
shopping, banking, medical transportation,
prescription pick-up. Occasional needs:
friendly visiting, telephone reassurance, yard
work and chores.
Food Cupboards: There are many sources
of food in the Chili area for your needs. If
you are running a bit low and need some
assistance, please feel free to contact one.
These locations are: Pearce Food Cupboard
at 594-9488, Grace Covenant Food Pantry
at 889-2130. There is no reason that anyone
should go hungry. All calls are confidential.
Community Resources
Handy Phone Numbers
Chili Senior Center................ 889-6185
Chili Public Library................ 889-2200
Chili Town Hall....................... 889-3550
Highway Department............ 889-2630
Assessment Office................ 889-6132
Lifespan................................. 244-8400
Elder Source.......................... 325-2800
Meals on Wheels...................787-8397
Chili Lions Loan Closet......... 594-0839
Roberts Dining Room........... 594-6380
Pearce Food Cupboard......... 594-9488
Grace Covenant Pantry........ 889-2130
WestSide Express..................889-6104
www.townofchili.org
Senior Center
Monroe County
Office for the Aging
Programs
Lunch Club 60 Program
The Lunch Club 60 Program
is a congregate meal
program for people aged 60
and older. It is administered
by the Monroe County Office
for the Aging. It was created
in 1972 as part of the Older Americans Act,
and is designed to help the older person enjoy
better health through improved nutrition. The
suggested meal contribution for Lunch Club
60 is $3.00 per person. Meal selections
change often. If you are under the age of 60,
lunch cost is $6.00 per person.
Lunch Club 60 programs are located
throughout Monroe County and each program
is unique. Most locations offer activities and
events based on the interests of the people
who attend. The Chili Senior Center offers
lunches on Mondays and Thursdays. If you
have never been here, we would like to invite
you as our guest, so you can see what it is
all about. If you are interested, please call the
Center at 889-6185 and we would be happy
to review this with you.
Disclaimer: No person shall be denied
benefits or subjected to discrimination under
any program or activity receiving Federal
Assistance on grounds of race, color, sex,
religion, national origin, disability, or marital
status.
MONROE COUNTY
DENTAL PROGRAM
Monroe County Executive
Maggie Brooks has partnered with Health
Economics Group, Inc. (HEG) to provide
residents with a new voluntary County Dental
Network Card Program. At a cost of 10 cents
per day for an individual, or a dollar per week
for a family, the program will make going to
the dentist more affordable and easier for
seniors and families throughout the county.
Call the Senior Center or stop in for more
information.
MONROE COUNTY’S
NY CONNECTS
Monroe County’s “New
York Connects” is your answer to LongTerm Care Services. NY Connects provides
comprehensive and unbiased information
and assistance for all long-term care
services regardless of age. This information
includes screening for social and medical
needs, financial status, and available
service options regardless of payer source,
comprehensive needs assessment, service/
care coordination and public education. This
is a service that is free for all to use. Call
325-2800 for more information.
PRESCRIPTION
DISCOUNT PLAN
Save Money On Costly
Prescription Drugs!
Monroe County Executive
Maggie Brooks launched the new Monroe
County Prescription Discount Program,
a County-sponsored initiative that helps
local residents save money on the cost of
prescription drugs. This program is sponsored
by Pro-Act Pharmacy Services. For more
information, please call 1-877-776-2285.
LIFESPAN
Phone: 585-244-8400
Caseworkers and trained volunteers provide
a voluntary money management services to
people that may need guidance. Individuals
requesting assistance receive a variety
of services including needs assessment,
financial planning, and assistance in obtaining
benefits, credit counseling, and bill paying.
LEGAL SERVICES
Monroe County Legal Assistance
Corporation
Phone: 585 325-2520
Assistance and/or advocacy is provided to
older Monroe County residents in regard to
legal issues including Social Security, SSI,
Medicaid and other public benefits, landlordtenant problems, simple wills, utility problems,
and power of attorney.
Funding
This program is funded by participants’
contributions, U.S. Administration on Aging,
N.Y. State Office for the Aging, N.Y. State
Department of Health, and Monroe County
Dept. of HS/Office for the Aging.
BREAKFAST CLUB 60
Start your day with a balanced,
nutritious, affordable hot
breakfast, shared with great
friends! The Chili Senior Center now offers
breakfast each Wednesday. We ask that you
sign up in advance, but walk-ins are always
welcome! Suggested contribution is $3.00 per
person. Great meal selections! Serving hours
are from 8:30-10:00 am.
www.townofchili.org
Weekly Recreation Programs
Mondays: Decorative Painting, “Silver Chords”, Senior Chorus, Lunch Club 60, Double Bingo.
Tuesdays: Bridge, Stretch and Strengthen, compliments of “Agape” Physical Therapy, Table Tennis
Wednesdays: Chili Woodcarvers, Euchre, and the Chain Gang (crochet and knitting group).
Thursdays: W-IN, (Weight Loss Support group) Lunch Club 60, Bingo, and Stretch and Strengthen.
Fridays: Special events and programs, Movies, Table Tennis.
*In addition to these regular activities, we offer a wide variety of activities, based on the season and special
events that may be taking place in the community. We encourage you to stop in the Center often and check
out our ever changing programs!
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Senior Center
Program Registration
Reminders
•You must be a registered member of
the Chili Senior Center with a completed
registration card on file to sign up for
programs.
•Each person must individually fill out an
Event Forms COMPLETELY Including:
Full Name, Address, Phone Number
Make sure Resident or Non-Resident is
circled.
Complete event name, date, cost and
signature.
Separate forms must be filled out for each
program as well as for the different months,
a program takes place in.
•If there is a fee for a program, cash (correct
change PLEASE – we do not have change)
or checks (made out to “Town of Chili” NOT
the Senior Center) are accepted as payment
for programs. We must have payment in full
BEFORE you will be registered.
Monroe County Office
for the Aging Events
Monroe County Bingo
Join the Chili Seniors as we once again host BINGO for many of the seniors in Monroe
County! This event sells out each year and is awesome. After BINGO, we will enjoy a
picnic lunch, provided by ABVI, right at the Center. Tickets are limited in number, so be
sure to sign up early.
When: Friday, October 30th
Time: Reception starts at 9:15 am ~ BINGO promptly starts at 9:45 am
Where Chili Senior Center
Cost: $8.00 per person includes BINGO board, prize money and picnic lunch.
Must sign up and pay in advance.
“The only way to keep your health is to eat what you
don’t want, drink what you don’t like, and do what
you’d rather not.” ~ Mark Twain
Blood Pressure Check
It’s important to have your blood pressure
checked on a regular basis. Blood pressure
checks will be available to you on the first
Thursday of the month, from 10:30 am
-12:00 noon. No appointment is needed.
Please note: this does not take the place of
regular check ups by your doctor.
When: Thursdays, September 3,
October 1, November 5 and December 3
Time:
10:30-12:00 noon
Where: Chili Senior Center
Excellus Health Care
A health care representative will be available
again at the Center in January. Check
your local newspaper for locations of open
enrollment meetings that will be held
through out Monroe County during the open
enrollment period.
Doctor, doctor,
why are some jokes
painfully funny?
...It must be the
punch lines.
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Chili Senior Center
Clothing Drive
Time to clean out the closets, go through your drawers and donate clothes that may no
longer fit the way you would like them to! We are looking for men’s, women’s, children’s,
infants, grandma and grandpa’s clothes and more !We will accept sheets, towels, linens,
shoes, purses, and backpacks!
Please be sure that the items are in good shape, clean, and not in need of repair.
Clothes are then sorted and given to several organizations that are less fortunate. We
especially need warmer
clothes for the upcoming
seasons.
We will be accepting
donations until the end
of October. Please do not
leave these items outside
of the center. Our hours
are Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
If you have any questions,
please feel free to give us
a call. We thank you in advance for your generosity.
www.townofchili.org
Senior Center
Motor Coach
Trips
Buffalo and More!
Tuesday September 22nd
Depart at 8:30 am and return
approximate at 6:00 pm
Enjoy a visit to the Made in America Store,
guided tour of the Darwin Martin House, designed by Architect Frank Lloyd Wright, luncheon buffet at Chef’s Restaurant, admission
and tour of the Herschel Carousel Museum in
North Tonawanda and shopping time at Kelly’s Country Store on Grand Island.
Cost: $73.00 per person
DAY TRIP PARTICIPATION
Chili residents will be given the first opportunity to register for Motor Coach and local trips
offered through the Center. As space allows,
trips will then be open to non residents. Higher program fees may be applicable. Please
take a few minutes and review our upcoming
trips. Please note: individuals requiring assistance must sign up with a companion.
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Contact Center for Availability!
Including Frankenmuth, Michigan and Thunder Bay Resort
Sunday, September 6 – Thursday,
September 10, 2015
Sign up now!
Includes 4 overnight stays at first class hotels, four breakfast buffets and one boxed
luncheon. Grand Buffet at the world famous
Grand Hotel, three dinners including one
unique dinner at Thunder Bay Resort, Ferry
from Mackinaw City, MI to Mackinac Island
and return to St. Ignace, horse drawn sightseeing carriage tour on Mackinac Island, driving tour of Frankenmuth and shopping time at
Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland., visit to The
Cross in the Woods, site of the world’s largest
crucifix, admission to the Call of the Wild Wildlife Museum, narrated Elk Viewing, Carriage
Ride at Thunder Bay Resort.
Cost: Twin Rate $850/person,
Single Rate $970/person.
Oktoberfest Cruise,
Watkins Glen, NY,
Tuesday, October 6th
Depart at 8:30 am, return
around 6:30 pm
The day includes a 2 hour Seneca Lake luncheon cruise aboard the Seneca Legacy with
lively traditional Oktoberfest entertainment.
Stop in at the Center for more information
and to sign up.
Cost: $95.00 per person
The day includes admission to Cortland’s
Country Music Park and Hall of Fame for an
afternoon of favorite Christmas songs, performed by Donna and the Country Mystics.
Enjoy over 2 miles of illuminated Christmas
lights and displays on the shores of Onondaga
Lake. One entrée for all: Turkey dinner with all
the fixings, beverage and dessert.
Cost:
$80 per person
For more information contact:
Chili Senior Center 889-6185
Arrangements made by Koning DayTours, Inc. 349 West Commercial Street, Suite 1500,
East Rochester, NY 585-385-0670
The Seniors are going to
Ireland
And that’s no Blarney!
March 2016!!
We still have a few spots left!
Stop at the Senior Center for more
information! Based on availability!
•Sightseeing highlights include:
•Ring of Kerry
•City Tour of Dublin
•Orientation of Waterford, Limerick
and Galway, King Johns Castle,
St. Mary’s Cathedral
•Visit the famine ship in New Ross,
Kiss the Blarney Stone, Cliffs of
Moher and Bunratty Folk Park
Costa Rica
ECO
ADVENTURE
November 5-12, 2016 7 nights/8 days
Limited number of seats available!
Sightseeing Highlights
•Visit Tortuguero National Park,
Sarapiqui and Monteverde Clud
Forest Reserve with its canopy skywalk
•View Arenal Volcano
•Amazing wildlife with over 2.500 plant
species, 100 species of mammals, and
400 bird species.
www.townofchili.org
Country Mystic’s Christmas
Show, Cortland, NY
Wednesday, December 9th
Depart at 9:00 am, returns
approximate 8:30 pm
•And so much more, including zip
lining!
• Includes 7 full breakfasts, 3 lunches
and 5 dinners.
• Watch for informational meeting to
be scheduled!!
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Senior Center
Educational
Presentations
Unity Health Presents “Stroke
Education”
Dr Chris Burke, Stroke
Medical Director, will be
here at the Center to share
his wealth of knowledge and
expertise with us. This is an
excellent presentation that
I strongly encourage you to
attend. It may save your life.
Some of the topics we will discuss are:
•Define stroke
•Understanding the impact of stroke
•List common risk factors for stroke
•Recognize the major signs of stroke
•Know what to do if you suspect a stroke
•Know ways to prevent a stroke
•Note: there will be a drawing and a special
treat for all that attend.
When:
Friday, September 18th
Time:
1:00 pm
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost:
Free, please sign up at the desk.
Medicare Update for 2016
The Medicare Open Enrollment period for
2016 is October 15 through December
7, 2015. This presentation by a Lifespan
HIICAP Counselor will include updates to
Medicare benefit and coverage for 2016,
including Medicare Parts A, B and D as well
as Medicare Advantage plans. The speaker
will also distribute Lifespan’s Medicare
Advantage comparison chart for 2016
When: Tuesday, November 10th
Time: 10:00 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost:
Please sign up at the desk if you will
be attending.
The Importance of Walking:
My grandpa started
walking five miles a day
when he was 60. Now he’s
97 years old & we
don’t know where he is.
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“Easy Way to Shave Off
Calories”
Almost everyone wants to lose weight but no
one wants it to be too difficult to fit into their
current lifestyle. Learn easy tips that fit your
eating habits, how making a few little changes
in your eating habits could equal painless
weight loss, how losing just a few pounds
can add up to big health benefits, and how
everyday activities can be “pumped up” to
help you lose calories. You will leave with tips
that are simple and easy to follow.
When: Tuesday, November 17th
Time: 11:30 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost:
Free, please sign up at desk
HEALING POWER OF MEDITATION
Meditation is not just about being quiet nor is
it about the absence of challenges; it is about
being the witness or observer of one’s life experiences. Through meditation one is able to
promote deep relaxation, relieve stress and
bring their self back to a calmer, less stressful
place. A 5 week class will be offered starting
in October, watch for details!
Join us for this presentation and experience
what it can do for you.
When: Friday, September 4th
Time: 10:00 am
Cost: Free, please sign up the desk.
Children seldom misquote
you. In fact, they usually
repeat word for word what
you shouldn’t have said.
A Matter
of Balance:
This program emphasizes practical
strategies to manage falls.
You will learn to:
• view falls as controllable
• set goals for increasing activity
• make changes to reduce fall risks
at home
• exercise to increase strength and
balance
Who should attend?
• anyone concerned about falls
• anyone interested in improving
balance, flexibility and strength
• anyone who has fallen in the past
• anyone who has restricted activities
because of falling concerns
Chili Senior Center
3235 Chili Ave Rochester, NY 14624
Thursdays, 1pm - 3pm
September 10–October 29, 2015
Classes are held once a week for 8
weeks for 2 hours each.
This session is free for participants!
Snacks and workbooks are provided.
For more information please call
The Senior Center 889-6185
FLU SHOTS
Once again, the University of Rochester will be providing 2015/2016 seasonal influenza
vaccinations for our seniors. The clinic will be held at the Chili Senior Center. Please sign
up at the desk if you plan on receiving a
shot. All ages are welcome.
When: Wednesday, September 9th
Time: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Cost: Bring your insurance card and/
or Medicare card. If you do not have insurance, the cost is $30 by cash or check.
www.townofchili.org
Senior Center
CORNER
Veterans
Einstein Comes Alive!
Albert Einstein is everyone’s favorite scientist!
Instantly recognizable with his shaggy hair
and mustache, his science and his humanity
touched all the important events of the
20th Century. He was a kind man; he never
allowed his acclaim to stop him from working
with people, especially children. With all the
changes in the world, it makes one wonder,
“What would Einstein say about all this?”
“Einstein’s Dilemma?” Come to the Center
and go back in history....
When:
Tuesday, September 29th
Time:
10:00 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost:
Free, please sign up at the desk.
“The History of Zweigles”
In 1880, C. Wilhelm and Josephine Zweigle
opened the doors of their butcher shop
at the corner of Joseph Avenue and Kelly
Street in Rochester, NY. Soon thereafter, the
small store became known for producing
great tasting “Old World” German products
including Frankfurts, Wieners, Sausages,
Bloodwurst, Weiswurst, Liver Sausage and
more. As a family operation, C. Wilhelm and
Josephine’s children were active members of
the business, becoming involved early in their
childhood by helping clean up around the
shop and running deliveries to the saloons
and neighborhood markets that placed
daily orders. As the business expanded,
commitment to quality established by the
founders was passed on from one generation
to the next. This is an awesome story that I am
sure many of you remember! Be sure to mark
it on calendar! There may even be samples!!
When: Friday October 16th
Time: 11:00 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost:
$2.00 per person, please sign up and pay in advance at the desk!
www.townofchili.org
VETERANS CELEBRATION
Once again the Chili Senior Center will be celebrating and honoring our
Veterans. Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 7th! Watch your
mailbox for your invitation!!
SOLDIERS WISH LIST
We are collecting items to send to our men and women who are serving
overseas. Please stop in at the Center to see how you can help. Monetary
donations to cover and defray the cost of shipping items overseas are
also welcome!
SWEETS FOR OUR SOLIDERS! TRICK OR TREATS!
Please consider bringing your leftover wrapped candy to the Center to
send to our men and women overseas. If you don’t have any left, how
about buying some? Bring all candy to the Center no later than Saturday,
November 7th.
“STUFF THE STOCKING”
Our stocking program for the soldiers will be done a bit differently this year! We want to make it as easy as possible for you
to take part! We will have a list available at the Senior Center
of suggested items that our soldiers need. After you purchase
one or two items, bring them to the Center and put them
in our “Giant” stocking! The items will be picked up on a
regular basis, sorted accordingly and sent to our men and
women overseas! Thank you for your generosity!
TREES FOR TROOPS
Send a Christmas tree to our Soldiers! Once again, the Chili Senior
Center will be working with Stokoe Farms to help get some trees
overseas. Please pick up information at the Center.
The Senior Center will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, September 7th Labor Day
Monday, October 12th Columbus Day
Tuesday, November 3rd Election Day
Wednesday, November 11th Veterans Day
Thursday and Friday November 26th and 27th Thanksgiving
Monday, December 21st -Monday, January 4th 2016
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Senior Center
Yummy foods
and Fixings!
FAREWELL SUMMER PICNIC
Summer is winding down, but our appetites
are not! You asked for the steak roast again,
your wish is my command. Enjoy a NY Strip
Steak, macaroni salad, fresh fruit, dessert
and beverage! Sign up early!
When: Wednesday, September 2nd
Time: 11:30 am
Where: Sunnyside Lodge, Black Creek Park
Cost: $8.00 for Chili residents, and $10.00 for non-residents.
JAMMING WITH MELANIE AND
MORE!
Get out your aprons and your rolling pins! We’ll start the day early with making not only
jam, but pies as well!! We are tentatively
planning on making grape pies, based on
availability! Class size will be limited. When: Tuesday, September 22nd
Time: 8:30 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost: $10.00 per person, includes all
CLAMBAKE
“ BEEF STEW” COOK-OFF
Its that time of year again, to dig in and enjoy
a good old fashioned clambake! Sink your
taste buds into 2 doz. steamed clams, baked
chicken, red salt potatoes, corn on the cob,
salads, dinner rolls, beverage and dessert.
When: Friday, October 9th
Time: 11:30 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost: $15 for Chili residents and $16 for non-residents. Extra clams are $4.00 per dozen and must be ordered in advance.
The Chili Cook off competition was very close,
declaring our Michael as the winner! Its time
for a rematch! Supervisor Dunning will once
again be challenging Michael. Bring your
hearty appetite for a piping hot bowl or two
of stew and some warm biscuits! You be the
judge! Don’t worry; their jobs are not at stake!
When: Friday, November 13th
Time: 11:30 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost: $5.00 per person
Must sign up and pay in advance.
OCTOBERFEST (PREPARED BY
DAVID DUNNING)
LUNCH CLUB 60 HOLIDAY PARTY
Enjoy fresh grilled Bratwurst, sauerkraut,
German potato salad, dessert
and beverage, and music!
When: Tuesday, October 13th
Time: 11:30 am
Where: Chili Senior Center
Cost: $8.00 per person
Please sign up and pay in advance.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 17th! It’s our Christmas party!
Menu will be available soon! Start thinking of
a White Elephant gift you can bring it, for our
Chinese auction.
HARVEST LUNCHEON AT THE
LEGACY PARKLANDS
Enjoy a delicious meal prepared by Chef Matt
in a very elegant dining room! The menu will
be: Pumpkin and Pear Bisque, cranberry and
pecan stuffed pork loin with apple cider glaze,
maple whipped yams, corn soufflé! Dessert
will be apple crisp with vanilla ice cream,
coffee or tea! Limited sign up! This will be a
sell out luncheon! There will be entertainment
for your listening pleasure.
When: Tuesday, October 27th
Time: 11:30 am
Where: Legacy Parklands!
Cost: $8.00 per person.
Must sign up and pay in advance.
Step 1: Go to the Pet Shop
Step 2: Buy Bird Seed
Step 3: Ask cashier how long it will take for birds to grow
Step 4: Watch reaction!
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www.townofchili.org
Senior Center
Music for your Outdoor
Enjoyment!
Fun and
Marcy Downey “Hits and Bits
Adventure!
of the Sullivan Show”
Includes music by: Liza
Minelli’s Cabaret; Sophie
Tucker’s Red Hot Mama;
& Sammy Davis Jr’s Mr.
Bo Jangles; plus hits from
frequent guests Rosemary Clooney, Connie
Francis, Wayne Newton, Judy Garland, Barbra
Streisand, & others, including a “duet” by
Sonny & Cher (hint: they’re both Marcy!). Then
get ready to laugh your head off as Marcy
recreates the comedy of Phyllis Diller, Minnie
Pearl, and even a cameo appearance by “Miss
Piggy.” It’s going to be “A really big shooow!”
Friday, Sept. 4th 1:00 pm
Cost: $3.00/person~ includes refreshments!
Please sign up and pay in advance.
Traveling Cabaret Show
Join us for fun, laughter & listen to this
popular Broadway, movie & pop musical
revue! Celebrating 25 years of entertainment!
A great way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon!
Sunday, September 27th at 2:00 pm
Cost: $3.00/person~ includes refreshments!
Please purchase tickets in advance.
Just for Fun!
Enjoy some down home music and good
times! These musicians bring their style and
fun wherever they go! Sit back and relax or
sing along!
Wednesday, September 30th 1:00-3:00 pm
Free Event, all are welcome!
Please sign up at the desk!
Brockport Community Band!
Christmas Concert
When:
Tuesday, December 15th
Time:
7:00 pm Free!
Christmas Concert!
When: Friday, December 18th
Time: 10:30 am
Cost: $2.00 per person,
includes refreshments!
Please sign up and pay in advance!
Christmas Brass!
When: Saturday, December 19th
Time: 12:30 pm
Cost: Free, please sign up at the desk if attending.
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Fall Hiking Schedule
If you like to explore and spend time in
nature, consider signing up for some of our
hikes! We have a great group of hikers and
we love to have fun!
Hikes begin on Wednesday September 2
and will end on October 7th with a picnic!
Schedule will be available at the Center!
Stokoe Farm Fun!
Dig out the overalls and enjoy day of laughter, fresh air and exercise! Take a wagon ride,
choose your pumpkin, get lost in the corn
maize, ride the slide!
Wednesday, October 21st ~ depart the
Center at 9:30 am, return around 2:00 pm.
More information will be available at the
Center
Mystery Trips!
You may sign up for ONE only!
Chili Residents have priority!
Friday, September 18th ~ depart at
10:45, and we will return by 2:00 pm.
Not much walking! $3.00 per person, includes lunch!
Wednesday, September 23rd ~ depart
at 10:45, and we will return around
3:30 pm
Some walking! $18 per person, includes
lunch!
Wednesday, October 14th ~ depart
at 10:00 am, and we will return by
2:00 pm
Little walking, $2.00 per person, plus
lunch money ($4.00-$5.00)
Vicki Lawrence & Mama!
Tuesday, October 20th
Comedienne Vicki Lawrence is one of the
most beloved television personalities of
her generation. This very funny show is a
mixture of stand-up comedy, music and
observations about real life. Join us as we
head to Kodak Theater on the Ridge!
Tickets are $35 per person
and limited availability
Chili Residents have priority!
Watch for more details!
Quilts and Travel Memories
Designing quilts from travel memories using their travel memories in journals, scrapbooks, photo albums, and sometimes even
quilts. Peggy has traveled to England, Greece
and Italy extensively. She will share how she
recorded her travel memories by incorporating colors and classical motifs that she found
in architecture, mosaics, paintings, marble
floors and more. Mark your calendar and
come and enjoy this wonderful presentation.
When: Thursday, November 24th
Time: 10:30 am
Cost: Free, please sign up at the desk if you are coming.
I joined a health club last
year, spent about 400
bucks. I haven’t lost a
pound. Apparently you
have to go there.
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Chili Public Library
Chili Mission Statement
The Chili Public Library is the center of
Public
lifelong learning for our community, and a
Library
welcoming responsive place people come
to for the discovery of new ideas, the joy of
Info
Library Address
3333 Chili Avenue
Rochester, NY 14624
Phone: 585-889-2200
Online
www.chililibrary.org
Hours
Mon-Thurs
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9 am-9 pm
9 am-5 pm
9 am-5 pm*
1 pm-4 pm**
The library is closed the
first Friday of every month
from 9 am-11 am for staff
development meetings.
*The library is open on
Saturdays from Sept.-May.
**The library is open
on Sundays from
October-April. reading and the power of information.
From the Director
Jeff Baker - Director, Chili Public Library
CPL-on-the-Go!
CPL-on-the-Go! is a new service that brings the library to various
locations within the Town of Chili in order to inform the public about
the services, materials and programs provided by the Chili Public
Library. The service also promotes literacy by giving away new
books to children and teens, along with donated books to adults.
By using the service people can also register for new library cards
and soon they will be able to check out books and DVDs library staff
brings to these locations. This new service is supported from proceeds raised by last year’s Gates-Chili
Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament and Dinner Auction. Do you have an idea where CPL on the
Go! should pop up? If you do, contact the library (https://goo.gl/Jvcyd0). And when you see our pop-up
library please stop by and say hello!
Friends of the Chili Public Library
Become a Friend of Chili Public Library today!
Mission Statement
The Friends of the Chili Public Library is a non-profit group which
promotes and supports the library by providing supplemental
financial assistance for the purpose of purchasing special materials
and equipment and sponsoring programs for the cultural and
educational life of the community.
The Friends of the Chili Public
Library Board
Chili Public Library
Director
Jeff Baker
Chili Public Library
Board
Jill Wynn, President
Susan Ackerman
Lorraine Ahearn
Judith Kharbas
James Lechner
Andrew Lucyszyn
Karen Reifenstein
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FRIENDS OF THE CHILI LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP FORM
Annual Membership Dues
q New q Renewal
Date______________________
q Pal $5 q Friend $10 q Good Friend $25
Name:__________________________________________
Mailing Address:__________________________________
q Best Friend $50 q Library Lover for Life $200
_______________________________________________
Any Contribution Welcome $________________________
City:____________________________________________
Total Amount Enclosed $___________________________
Please make checks payable to Friends of the Chili
Public Library. Return to Treasurer, Friends of the Chili
Public Library, 3333 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624.
All contributions are tax deductible.
State:__________________________ Zip:______________
Phone:__________________________________________
Email:__________________________________________
Interested in volunteering? q Book Sales q Call as needed
All of the library’s programs are supported by the Friends of the Chili Public Library. Become a member today!
http://www.chililibrary.org/chili-friends.html.
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Chili Public Library
Library
Programs
You may register for programs right on our
website at www.chililibrary.org or call the
library at 889-2200.
Chili Public Library welcomes people of
all abilities to participate in our programs.
Please let us know if you will need any special
accommodations. We strive to make your
library visit an enjoyable one!
Children’s
Programs
BABIES & BOOKS
AMERICAN GIRL® CLUB
For babies and toddlers up to age 24 months
with an adult. Join us for stories, songs, and
fingerplays followed by an open play session.
No registration required. Meets Tuesdays at
10:30 am:
September 15, 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10, 17
For children ages 5-12 with an adult. Join
us for a book discussion, crafts and more
all about the American Girls®! Stop by the
Checkout Desk to pick up this month’s book.
No registration required. Meets the first
Monday of the month at 4 pm:
(No meeting in September – Labor Day)
October 5
November 2
December 7
PRESCHOOL PALS
For children ages 3-5 with an adult. Join
us for stories, songs and a simple craft.
Registration is required and begins August
24. Please choose one class time when
registering.
Tuesdays at 10 am:
September 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10, 17
Wednesdays at 10 am or 1:30 pm:
September 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10, 17
SIMPLY STORIES
TODDLER TIME
For children ages 2-3 with an adult. Join
us for stories, songs, and fingerplays at
the library! No registration required. Meets
Mondays at 10 am:
September 21, 28
October 5, 19, 26
November 2, 9, 16
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For children of all ages with an adult.
Join us for a special storytime full of stories,
songs, and fun! No registration required.
Meets Thursdays at 10 am:
September 24
October 8, 15, 22, 29
November 5, 12, 19
PAJAMA STORYTIME
For children of all ages with an adult. Join
us for an evening storytime in your pajamas
and with your favorite stuffed friend! No
registration required. Meets Thursdays at 7
pm:
October 8, 15, 22, 29
November 5, 12, 19
TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS
For children ages 12 and under with an
adult. Come and read to a therapy dog--they
make wonderful listeners! This is a great
opportunity for children who are learning to
read and emerging readers. No registration
required. Meets the following Mondays at
4 pm:
September 14
October 19
November 9
December 14
LEGO® CLUB
For children ages 12 and under with an
adult. Come to the library and have fun
building with LEGO® bricks and making
new friends. Each month we will provide the
bricks and a new cool theme for building your
creation. No registration required. Meets the
first Tuesday of the month at 4 pm:
September 1
October 6
November 3
December 1
HIS & HERSTORY BOOK CLUB
For children in grades 3-5. Have you ever
wondered what it would be like to live long ago?
Do you like to read about girls and boys from
different places and different times? We’ll
travel through his and herstory, discussing
books and learning how people lived in
times gone by. Stop by the Children’s Desk
to pick up this month’s book. No registration
required. Meets the third Wednesday of the
month at 4 pm:
September 16
October 21
November 18
December 16
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Chili Public Library
CHESS CLUB
For ages 18 and under. No registration
required. Meets the first and third Mondays of
the month at 6 pm:
September 21
October 5 & 19
November 2 & 16
December 7 & 21
ZING GO THE STRINGS!
Thursday, September 3 at 10:30 am, for
children ages 3-5 with an adult.
Join the Hochstein School of Music & Dance
as they introduce children to the sounds and
sensations of string instruments with a mini
concert followed by a hands-on instrument
petting zoo. Our teachers will also introduce
the Suzuki method for studying string
instruments. Registration is required and
begins August 17.
TINY TALENTS WITH ROCHESTER
CONSERVATORY OF DANCE
Thursday, September 10 at 10 am, for
children ages 2-5 with an adult.
Alana Batrowny of the Rochester Conservatory
of Dance will be at the library to share the
basics of dance and movement with our
youngest dancers. Watch your little ones
light up as they dance around the room!
Registration is required and begins August
24.
LIFE-SIZE SCRABBLE® FOR
FAMILIES
Wednesday, September 16 from 4-6 pm.
Bring your whole family to our floor-sized
Scrabble® board and enjoy a life-sized game!
Registration is required and begins August
31.
SESAME STREET LET’S GET READY
Thursday, September 17 at 10 am, for
children ages 3-6 with an adult.
This program uses games and various
activities to teach young children and their
families how to prepare for emergencies
and stay safe. We’ll cover the essentials for
buckling up in a vehicle and crossing the
street, along with community members who
are there to help, like police officers and
firefighters. Registration is required and
begins August 24.
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SESAME STREET FIRE SAFEFY
PROGRAM
NUTCRACKER READING WITH THE
ROCHESTER CITY BALLET
Friday, October 9 at 10 am, for children
ages 3-6 with an adult.
This program teaches preschoolers the
essentials of fire safety, including fire
prevention, and what can be done in the
event of a fire. These skills help instill life-long
fire safety habits and awareness. It is a great
way to keep safe! Registration is required and
begins September 28.
Wednesday, November 11 at 2 pm, for
children ages 12 and under with an adult.
Join Clara and a friend from Rochester City
Ballet’s The Nutcracker as they read the
magical story. This interactive event will allow
children to learn basic ballet terminology and
dance with the characters! Dancers will also
be available for pictures and autographs.
Registration is required and begins October
26.
FAMILY FORTS AFTER HOURS
Friday, October 16 at 4:30 pm, for children
ages 12 and under with an adult.
Calling all fort builders – bring your favorite
blankets, pillows and a flashlight to the
library to create a cozy place to cuddle up
and read with your family! We’ll enjoy stories,
snacks and building in this fun after-hours
program. Registration is required and begins
September 28.
TRICK OR TREAT AT THE LIBRARY
Saturday, October 24 at 10 am, for children
ages 10 and under with an adult.
Bring your littlest ghouls and goblins dressed
in costume to our annual Halloween Party.
Listen to stories, make a craft, and enjoy trick
or treating around the library. Registration is
required and begins October 5.
SCRUBBY BEAR
Thursday, December 3 at 10 am, for
children ages 3-6 with an adult.
Learn about what germs are and how
they spread, and why hand washing is so
important, in this program presented by the
American Red Cross. Registration is required
and begins November 16.
HOLIDAY STORYTIME WITH MRS. A
& MISS JILL
Monday, December 7 and Thursday,
December 17 at 10 am, for children ages 8
and under with an adult.
Join us for special storytimes celebrating the
holiday season, including songs and a craft.
No registration required.
MAKE IT & TAKE IT – HOLIDAY
EDITION
Sunday, December 20 at 2 pm, for children
ages 12 and under with an adult.
Make a holiday-themed craft to take home
with you or to give to someone special.
Registration is required and begins December
7.
NOON YEAR’S EVE
Wednesday, December 31 at 11 am, for
children ages 12 and under with an adult.
Come to the library for family-friendly
festivities and a Noon Year’s Eve countdown
to ring in the New Year! Registration is
required and begins December 14.
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Chili Public Library
Teen
Programs
MONDAY MINECRAFT MADNESS
QUIDDITCH WITH THE U OF R
THESTRALS
Saturday, September 12 from 3-5 pm, for
ages 12-18.
Come out and hear more about the popular
Wizarding sport of Quidditch that is being
played the Muggle way on college campuses
worldwide! Members of the U of R Thestrals
will be here to share information about the
sport, how to get involved, and stories of
their Quidditch World Cup experiences. If
the weather is good, we will go outside for
the second hour and play a quick Quidditch
match! Registration is required and begins
August 18.
DINNER “WITH” KATNISS
Wednesday, November 11 from 6-9 pm, for
ages 12-18.
Eat pizza to fight off hunger. Watch part one
of a certain movie to prepare yourself for part
two coming to theaters on November 20.
Registration is required and begins October
11.
Held the second Monday of the month at 6
pm, for all ages. Bring in your tablet and your
Minecraft knowledge. Some computers will
be available. Registration is not required.
SUPERWHOLOCK WEEK
JUNIOR FRIENDS
Monday, December 28 from 2-3:30 pm, for ages 12-18. Are you a member of the
Superwholock fandom—or just a fan of one or two of the three shows involved? Come out
and join us as we celebrate the TV fandoms with themed snacks, games, and activities.
Registration is required and begins November 30.
Held the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6
pm, for ages 12-18.
Share your library passions with other teens.
Join us for volunteering opportunities and help
write our monthly newsletter. No registration
required.
ANIME GROUP
Held the fourth Saturday of the month at
12:30 pm, for ages 12-18.
Share your passion for all things manga and
anime. Help add to our collection and enjoy
some lunch at the same time! Registration is
required so that we know how much food is
needed, and begins the month before each
meeting.
(December 28 - 31):
TV FANDOMS: SUPERWHOLOCK
SUPERWHOLOCK: BINGE WATCH PART 1
Tuesday, December 29 from 10 am-2 pm, for ages 12 and up. Come out and watch
four hours of episodes about everyone’s favorite time-traveling alien in his four most
recent incarnations. No registration required.
SUPERWHOLOCK: SONIC SCREWDRIVER WORKSHOP
Tuesday, December 29 from 2-3 pm, for ages 12-18.
Join us as we create our own sonic screwdrivers. Registration is required and begins
November 30.
SUPERWHOLOCK: BINGE WATCH PART 2
Tuesday, December 29 from 3-7 pm, for ages 12 and up.
Come out and watch four hours of episodes about the popular eccentric consulting
detective. No registration required.
SUPERWHOLOCK: CASE STUDY
Tuesday, December 29 from 7-8 pm, for ages 12-18.
Join us as we become consulting detectives to solve a case. The game is on. Registration
is required and begins November 30.
SUPERWHOLOCK: AFTER HOURS
Wednesday, December 30 from 8-10 pm, for ages 12-18.
Come out and run through the library to find and destroy all the supernatural obstacles.
Registration is required and begins November 30.
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Chili Public Library
Adult
Programs
**All adult programs are for persons age 18
and older unless otherwise specified.**
MYSTERY LOVES COMPANY
LIFE-SIZE SCRABBLE®
A daytime mystery book discussion that
meets the third Friday of the month at 2
pm. No registration required.
September 18 – The Accident by Chris Pavone
October 16 - The Art Forger by B. A. Shapiro
November 20 - True Evil by Greg Iles
December 18 - Duck the Halls by
Donna Andrews
Wednesday, September 16 at 7 pm, for
adults only.
Back by popular demand! Come out and join
us as we play on a giant floor-sized Scrabble®
board! Registration is required and begins
August 31.
ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: NEIGHBOR
NEXT DOOR CAREGIVER EDUCATION
SERIES
15 MINUTE BASIC TECH TUTORS
The library has a way of offering Internet, email
and OverDrive classes to the public. Contact
the library’s Information Desk to fill out a
form with your specific needs regarding basic
Internet, setting up an email account, using
OverDrive to download books, or using social
media websites, along with your available
times and we will arrange an appointment to
help you attain your goal.
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION
Held the first Tuesday of the month at 7
pm. No registration required.
September 1 – Captive Queen by Alison Weir
October 6 – The Shack by Paul Young
November 3 - TBD
December 1 - TBD
Each session meets from 7–8:30 pm.
Registration for each session begins
September 7.
September 23 – How to Talk with Your Doctor
October 28 – Healthy Habits
November 18 – Caregiving at the Holidays
December 16 – Home Safety
ANCESTRY.COM TRAINING
Library staff will teach a basic class
on researching your family tree using
Ancestry.com.
Ancestry.com is a genealogy database to
which the Chili Public Library now subscribes.
Space is limited. Ancestry.com may be used
in the library at any time whether or not you
take the training class. Registration begins
September 7 for these sessions which will be
held at 10 am on the following Wednesdays:
September 23
October 7
October 21
November 18
AUTUMN IN CHAUTAUQUA: A
TRAVELOGUE WITH CHRISTY
SIMONS
Wednesday, September 9 at 7 pm.
Join us for some armchair traveling as we
travel to Chautauqua to see all that this
wonderful town has to offer in the crisp
autumn months. Registration is required and
begins August 24.
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PASSPORT PROGRAM
Monday, October 5 from 5:30-7:30 pm.
Registration begins September 14.
Please contact the library by phone or in person
to register. There is no online registration for
this program. Members of the County Clerk’s
staff will be present and readily available to
provide a range of passport services, including
expedited applications as well as passport
photos. For further information on the official
documents required for registration as well as
any other questions, please visit the official
Monroe County Clerk’s website at: www.
monroecounty.gov/clerk-passports.php.
ZENDOODLING WITH CLAIRE
TALBOT
Wednesday, October 7 at 6:30 pm.
Want to draw, but think you have no talent?
Zendoodle is for you! If you can write
your name then you can create beautiful
drawings, and it’s a wonderful stress reliever!
Registration is required and
begins September 21.
SINGING IN THE RAIN: WEATHERING
THE STORM OF DEMENTIA
Wednesday, October 14 at 6:30 pm.
Vicky Ruppert and Ann Henderberg give talks
about dementia, the difference between that
and Alzheimer’s, and give tips for caregivers
from what they have learned in traveling the
journey. They will talk with you about how
they came to write their book, “Singing in the
Rain: Weathering the Storm of Dementia with
Humor, Love, & Patience”. They will also read
some humorous and enlightening excerpts
from the book. Their book is a compilation
of the e-mails they wrote to each other as
they acted as each other’s main emotional
support during the last three years of their
husbands’ lives. Registration is required and
begins September 28.
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Chili Public Library
PROTECTING YOURSELF AGAINST
FRAUD AND IDENTITY THEFT WITH
SUMMIT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
THE SONS OF OLD MONROE: THE
140TH N.Y. VOLUNTEER INFANTRY
IN THE CIVIL WAR
Wednesday, November 4 at 7 pm.
Learn how to battle this widespread problem
that is almost certain to affect you or
someone you know. The Summit has outlined
the keys to avoiding fraud and identity theft
while providing valuable information that can
be put into practice today. Registration is
required and begins October 19.
Wednesday, November 18 at 7 pm.
The 140th New York was a typical Union
regiment in many ways, but its story also
has several notable elements. Formed in
mid-1862 of men from all across Monroe
County, the motivations of its recruits, a mix of
immigrants and native-born Americans, were
more complex than those who joined in the
first rush of volunteers. Schooled by its West
Point-educated colonel, Rochesterian Patrick
O’Rorke, the 140th rose to a level of drill
and discipline that few volunteer units would
attain and played a pivotal role in the Union
victory at Gettysburg. Program presenter Brian
Bennett has been researching the 140th N.Y.
for close to 30 years. He is the author of three
books related to the regiment. Registration is
required and begins November 2
AARP SMART DRIVER PROGRAM
HOOP DANCE FOR ADULTS WITH
ROCCITY HOOP DANCE
Wednesday, October 21 at 7 pm.
DanceFit is a choreographed fitness hoop
class that inspires students to dance in their
hoops with simple, accessible movements
and techniques which provide a great cardio
workout to hoopers of all levels. Think you
can’t hoop? Come join Keith Moore, CEO of
Cerceau™ Hoop Fitness who has a 100%
success rate with his hoop students and hoop
your way to health and happiness! Hoops will
be provided. Registration is required and
begins October 5.
Saturdays, November 14 and 21 from 9:30
am-12:30 pm.
Participants must attend both sessions.
You must have a valid NYS driver’s license.
Fee is $20 for AARP members and $25 for
nonmembers and must be paid by check
made out to AARP at the first session. Please
bring your valid NYS driver’s license and your
AARP membership card if you are a member.
Registration is required and begins October
26.
ORPHAN TRAIN MOVEMENT WITH
MICHAEL KEENE
Wednesday, December 2 at 7 pm.
From the author of Mad-House; Folklore and
Legends of Rochester; and Murder, Mayhem
and Madness comes Abandoned: The Untold
Story of Orphan Asylums. Within the pages
of Abandoned, author Michael Keene delves
into the “age of orphan asylums” in midnineteenth century New York. Abandoned
presents eye-opening, true-to-life tales of
the Five Points area of New York City and
the desperation of a million Irish immigrants
who hoped to find better conditions in New
York. Within a few years, the area was home
to 30,000 orphaned and homeless children.
As a result of this crisis, the age of orphan
asylums began, culminating in the Orphan
Train Movement where everyday heroes
endeavored to rescue and liberate these
children who were lost to the streets or in the
hands of uncaring institutions. Registration is
required and begins November 16.
*To get email updates about programs and events, sign up at our website:
www.chililibrary.org.*
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Chili Public Library
Save the date!
Mark your calendars for the
Friends of Chili Public Library
Semi Annual
Book Sale!
Friends Preview Sale
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
(Memberships are available at the
door for as little as $5)
Open to the public:
Thursday, October 1 through
Sunday, October 4
Hours will be posted as we get
closer to the dates!
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Community Spotlight
Mike DaVia
is proud to be a Chili Fire Department
Firefighter and also works currently for the Town of Chili Highway
Department. Mike is a self-taught artist in acrylic, sketch and watercolor
and has been painting/drawing most his life.
In 2015 commissioned by the
Chili Fire Department DaVia set
out to design and paint a mural
for their training facility. It is hand
painted on 8 moisture resistant
fiberglass panels then protected
with an exterior clear coat as well
as a layer of permanent graffiti
protectant. The mural was then
mounted on pressure treated
lumber and plywood and secured
to one of the training buildings,
located at Co. 1, 3231 Chili
Avenue, Rochester, NY 14624.
The firefighters depicted in
the mural; are past members
who have answered their last
call and have passed on, but not
before inspiring and helping to
get our fire department and its’ members where it is today.
Mike’s talent goes beyond his service to our community, and we
want to thank him for his dedication and the use of his talent to honor
those who too served us well. Thank You Mike!!
Thumbs Up!
Thumbs up to Peter J. Morris, Ogden, NY:
Retired from the Gates/Chili School District as the Director of
Transportation & Facilities in 1994 with over 31 years of service; Peter
was responsible for the safety of children getting to and from school
and for maintenance. Peter’s passion is for old antique tractors and
currently owns P&A Old Tractor, LLC. Peter has for the past four years
on a weekly basis volunteered to cut the grass around our “Welcome
to Chili” signs on 490; using his own tractor. The Town of Chili would
like to sincerely “Thank” Peter for his outstanding service, commitment
and dedication to our town.
Thumbs up to Richard J. Schickler, Scottsville, NY:
R.J. Schickler owns and operates R.J. Schickler Landscaping and
Nursery in Scottsville, NY and serves as a member of the Town of
Chili Conservation Board. Richard has donated and planted all the
flowers around the “Welcome to Chili” signs on 490 since they were
installed. The Town of Chili would like to sincerely “Thank” Richard for
his outstanding service, commitment and dedication to our town.
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September 11
Grandparents’ Day Event
September 26
Fall Fun Day
October 16
Gaga Night
October 10
Foot Golf
October 12
Recess Camp
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NOVEMBER
OCTOBER
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October 31
Community Halloween Party
November 11
Recess Camp
November 20
Evening for the Girls
December 4
Christmas Parade of Lights
Community Tree Lighting
December 5
Breakfast with Santa
December 12
Kid’s Club
Arriving in your mailbox in early January 2016