Good Things to Know About
Conversation
with the Mayor November
5, 2012
Vicky
Daly
Good Things to
Know About
One of the lesser known treasures of
the region is the Wayne Writers Guild, which meets regularly at Books, Etc. in
Macedon. On November 2nd, the Guild celebrated its tenth anniversary
and the publication of its fifth collection of literary works, Voices from
John’s Back Room, at the Palmyra Town Hall with a reading of some of the
entries. Authors from Macedon, Marion and Palmyra contributed to this work of
both essays and poetry. Simply put, the event was delightful. My understanding
is that new members are always welcome, Contact Beth Hoad, Chuck Martin or John
Cielinski at Books, Etc. for details.
That same day, I was given a copy of
a letter of thanks from the Office of the Adjutant, The American Legion Cottreall-Warner Post, Webster. It was shared
with me because the James R. Hickey
American Legion Post 120, our Post, was
referenced in the thanks received from
the family of Sergeant Metcalf for their participation in his funeral services
in October. Their presence brought solace to the family and friends and honor
to the participants from the Palmyra Post.
At the most recent Village Board
meeting, Ann Guest, Past Commander of the Post, informed the Board and the
public present that evening, that the Palmyra Legion Post, as well as those in
Marion and Williamson, has stepped in to a breach created by a cut in the NY
State budget which eliminated funding for the cost of taps to be played at military
funerals. Commander Guest wants it known that any veteran eligible for a
military funeral will have one. The Legion will see that it happens at no
additional cost to the family,
Finally,
if you are in the gift buying mode for the upcoming holidays, do check out the
local shops. You will be pleasantly surprised at the variety of possibilities
available to you.. Choices range from
handcrafted toys, treats and gifts
for your favorite companion animal to lovely jewelry, new and vintage; gourmet
condiments for your table or locally
made chocolates; the just right accent for your home or wardrobe, or the book
you have been searching for. And don’t
forget gift certificates. They are great for stocking- stuffers and when you aren’t sure just which of the
many choices possible would be best.
Gift certificates for gas from a local station are always well received .
Buying locally benefits you in multiple ways. It’s faster, easier, and keeps
the shops open. Research has shown that when you buy locally, as much as 89% of
the money spent stays here, circulating through the local economy as rent, tax payments, or for purchase
in other local businesses. If we don’t support our local businesses, we won’t
have them.
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