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April 26, 2013
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ome of us are at the point in our lives that we appreciate our aging years. We feel that we knew and enjoyed our country at its very best. Following WWII, we were sure there would never be another war and now we have trouble remembering a time when we weren’t called to some other country’s conflict. We have several things to contend with as we grow older but they are rather personal. Like my friend Ruthie said in one of her e-mails, “My new husband and I are so happy and busy that we hope to live to be 100 together.” Then she shared the following; To my “not so young & not so old friends:” Today is the oldest you’ve ever been, yet the youngest you’ll ever be, so enjoy this day while it lasts! • Your Kids are becoming you... but your grandchildren are perfect! • Going out is good... but coming home is better! • You forget names... it's okay because other people forgot they even knew you! • You realize you're never going to be really good at anything... especially golf. • The things you used to care to do, you no longer care to do, but you really do care that you don't care to do them anymore. • You sleep better on a lounge chair with the TV blaring than in bed. It's called presleep time. • You miss the days when everything worked with just an ON and OFF switch. • You tend to use more 4 letter words— what?...when? ... ??? • Now that you can afford expensive jewelry, it's not safe to wear it anywhere. • You notice everything they sell in stores is sleeveless?!!! • What used to be referred to as freckles are now liver spots. • You have 3 sizes of clothes in your closet... 2 of which you will never wear. Ruthie seems to find things to send that no one has ever shared with me. She even has a few good words from the dictionary that defines our aging years. If you’ve seen some, just enjoy them again. Adult: A person who stopped growing at both ends and is growing in the middle.
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Beauty Parlor: A place where women curl up and dye. Chickens: The only animals you eat before they are born and after they are dead. Committee: A body that keeps minutes and wastes hours. Dust: Mud with the juice squeezed out. Egotist: Someone who is usually medeep in conversation. Handkerchief: Cold storage. Inflation: Cutting money in half without damaging the paper.
You Name It …by Kitty Maiden
Mosquito: An insect that makes you like flies better. Raisin: A grape with a sunburn. Secret: Something you tell to one person at a time. Skeleton: A bunch of bones with the person scraped off. Toothache: The pain that drives you to extraction. Tomorrow: One of the greatest labor saving devices of today. Yawn: An honest opinion which is openly expressed. Wrinkles: Something other people have, similar to our character lines Old is good in some things: old songs, old movies, and best of all, OLD FRIENDS! It's Not What You Gather, But What You Scatter That Tells What Kind Of Life You Have Lived. Thanks for this, Ruthie. I think I will go to the easy chair to watch TV now. If I catnap it won’t last too long because everyone I don’t know now has my phone number… and I feel I must answer, in case it’s you or another old friend. ST
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Ladies will don their best Derby hats to attend the annual Kentucky Derby fundraiser on May 4 with Vince Carter’s Embassy of Hope Foundation. The Foundation will host a Derby fundraiser from 5-7 P.M. (post time 6:24 P.M.), Sat., May 4 at Vince Carter’s, 1250 LPGA Blvd., Daytona Beach. Door prizes also will be offered including two tickets to Disney. Tickets are $27. For reservations and more details, call the Foundation at 386-239-8215.
Join the Aging Tree—Senior Living Products, Services, & Answers for a Health Fair at 985 Harley Strickland Blvd., Ste. 100, Orange City on Sat., May 4, 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. Judy Hahn from ElderSource Shine program will provide free Medicare and insurance counseling at 11 A.M. and a Scooter giveaway will be from 11 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. (Call to register.) For information, call 386-774-2446.
Enjoy Ormond Beach’s 41st annual Art In The Park on Sat., May 4 and Sun., May 5 from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. at Rockefeller Gardens, 25 Riverside Dr. Free parking and admission. Featuring over 100 booths with oils, wood, pottery, jewelry and much more. Best In Show Award given plus eight other awards. Free parking, admission, and kids craft zone. Bring the entire family! For details, call 386-676-3241 or visit the website: ormondbeach.org
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For a few years in the mid-20th century, the water skiing world wasn’t centered on Cypress Gardens. That honor belonged to Gardner’s Seafoods, a popular Port Orange restaurant that formed a ski show on the Halifax River in 1958. Kent Donahue will look back on the restaurant and skiing spectacle during a free presentation at 2 P.M., Wed., May 8 at the Port Orange Regional Library, 1005 City Center Circle. Reservations are not required for this free program. For more information, call the library at 386-322-5152.
Bishop’s Glen, 900 LPGA Blvd., Holly Hill has a series of free seminars you won’t want to miss during the month of May. Events include: Tues., May 7 the Parkinson’s Group will meet at 2:15 P.M.; Wed., May 10 is Back To Life With Doctors’ Choice at 11 A.M.; Caregiver Support Group on Wed., May 15 at 1:30 P.M.; Exercise Is Good Medicine on Fri., May 17 at 2:30 P.M.; An Ice Cream Show on Fri., May 24 at 6 P.M.; and Fri., May 31, What Is A Speech Pathologist at 11 A.M. Please RSVP to 386-226-9110.
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Open Arms is an outreach ministry for the blind and visually impaired in the Daytona Beach area. You are invited to a free dinner and fellowship being offered at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona, on the second Saturday of every month from 4–6 P.M. RSVP to 386-767-6542 one week prior to reserve your place.
Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona host Lunch Bunch every Thurs. at 12 NOON. Just $5 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. Reservations are required by noon the Tuesday prior. Call the church at 386-767-6542.
Memory Screening Members of the community to be proactive about memory health by taking advantage of free, confidential memory screenings on Tuesday, May 7 from 9 A.M.–11 A.M. in the Fellowship Hall of Coronado Community United Methodist Church, 201 S. Peninsula Avenue, New Smyrna Beach. The screenings consist of a series of questions and tasks and take five to ten minutes. Screening results are not a diagnosis, and individuals with below-normal scores or who have concerns are encouraged to pursue a full medical exam. Appointments are required and can be made by calling 386-253-4700, ext. 204.
Acupuncture Seminar If you or your loved ones are suffering from neck, spine, and lower back pain, attend this free Acupuncture Seminar Wed., May 8, 10 A.M. at Acupuncture & Skin Care Clinic, 725 West Granada Blvd., Ste. 15, Ormond Beach. For information and reservations, call 386-615-1203. Please R.S.V.P. by May 7. Seating is limited.
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Health Screening Take charge of your health today! Prevention Plus, Inc., is conducting tests for stroke, arterial disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, osteoporosis, heart scan, and more on Thurs., May 2 at Daytona Beach Shores Senior Center, 3048 S. Atlantic Ave. Early detection saves lives. These reasonably priced tests don’t require a doctor’s prescription. To register, call 1-888-667-7587.
Computer Classes Adults with little or no computer experience can learn the basics during a series of free classes at the DeLand Regional Library, 123 W. Indiana Ave., Room 301 in April and May. All classes are at 1 P.M. Fridays in the library auditorium. Dates and topics are: May 3: Microsoft Office Word, part 3; May 17: Internet; May 24: Google; and May 31: Tech-savvy tips. Participants may bring wireless laptops. The library has free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Reservations are not required. For details, call 386-822-6430, ext. 20752.
Pet Vet Cruiser Volusia County’s Pet Vet Cruiser offers free and low-cost spaying and neutering for pets. Residents in unincorporated Volusia County can catch the Pet Vet Cruiser, by appointment, around the county in May. This Pet Vet Cruiser’s spay and neuter program is based on income and has a sliding-fee scale. Residents seeking free or low-cost pet spaying and neutering must provide proof of income to qualify. Appointments for service are required and can be made from 10 A.M.–3 P.M., Monday through Friday. Walk-ins are not accepted. For more information about the ordinance and/or cost, qualifications, or to schedule an appointment for the Pet Vet Cruiser, please call 386-323-3575 (Daytona Beach).
Stress Workshop Your spine and nervous system is an engineering miracle that plays a major role in your health and well being. Attend our free workshop Stress: Deal With It Or Do Away With It, Tuesday, May 21 at 6 P.M. provided by Port Orange Family Chiropractic. Call 756-9303 and ask for Jennifer to reserve a seat.
Support Group Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experiences, strength, and hope. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees. Please call toll free, 888756-2930 for more information. Hurting Yourself With Food? Are you tired of Yo-Yo dieting? Are you addicted to food? There is hope. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a solution for all forms of food addiction. People have found recovery from overeating, under eating, and bulimia in FA. For more information and to find a meeting close to you, call the FA Hotline at 386-258-0610.
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elax. While you may have a lot to worry about, there are a few easy ways to reduce the stress of demanding, hectic schedules, work, and family responsibilities. Fortunately, taking the right steps can reduce stress overload and improve your health. “Stress overload harms the body and can eventually lead to cardiovascular, immune, and digestive problems, as well as depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns,” said Douglas Mac-Kay, N.D., vice president scientific and regulatory affairs, Council for Responsible Nutrition. “Incorporating relaxation techniques into our everyday lives is essential for overall health and wellness.” Dr. MacKay offers these tips to help manage stress levels and improve your overall health: 1. Work your mind and your body. Activities such as meditation and yoga have been known to decrease stress levels. According to the Mayo Clinic, exercise can decrease the production of stress hormones and counteract the body's natural stress responses by in-creasing endorphins and improving your mood. 2. Do a diet assessment. Think about incorporating more foods with complex carbohydrates such as whole grains, oats and brown rice, which can increase serotonin levels and help keep you calm.
3. Consider botanicals. Some plants, such as chamomile, lavender, and lemon balm (from the mint family), are known for their relaxing tendencies. In fact, research has shown that the botanical supplement Rhodiola rosea may improve physical endurance and mental performance and reduces stress-induced fatigue in humans. Valerian, another botanical supplement, has been known to help manage stress efficiently by promoting healthy sleep patterns. These dietary supplements can be found in many pharmacies and grocery or health food stores, or through direct marketing companies. 4. Please your nose. Smells that are enjoyable to your olfactory system (or sense of smell) often have a relaxing or calming effect, especially if they evoke pleasant memories. 5. Keep your body's nutrients in check. Excess stress depletes the body of essential B vitamins that are required to keep the nervous system healthy. B vitamins work as a team to maintain healthy brain and nerve cells and help with the production of important neurotransmitters in the brain that help promote relaxation. Taking a B-complex vitamin can provide extra nutritional support during times of stress. 6. Just breathe. And breathe deeply. Long deep breaths are associated with relaxation while rapid bursts are a symptom of stress. Try 10 deep breaths in a row. ST
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The Sky Is Falling! by George Goldtrap
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he sky is falling… really? Wait a minute! I can’t be writing this. The world ended back in October of 2012 didn’t it, or did I miss it? Ha! A lot of people have missed it because it has never happened… in spite of enough predictions to fill the Grand Canyon and then some. The phrase, ‘The sky is falling’ goes way back, maybe more than 25 centuries. It is repeated in folk stories and has come to our language thru preservation of the absurd notion that the world is nearing imminent and disastrous end… ala… the sky is falling. The best know story using the phrase is that of Henny Penny, also known as Chicken Little, a folk character who believes the world is coming to an end. It is associated with negative thinking and paranoiac fear often generated by ill-informed religion, often based in ignorance. In her book, For The Time Being, Annie Dillard says that “throughout history people have thought civilization was on the verge of collapse. Around 300 B.C., Hindus believed they were living in a ‘degenerate and unfortunate time’ known as the Kali Yuga—the lowest point in the so called great cosmic cycle.” That pessimism still abounds and is heard daily. Dillard adds, “In 426 A.D., Augustine mourned that the world was in its last days” (a phrase generally loved by those motivated by superstitions). In the 1800s, renowned Hasidic Rabbi Nachman was grieving for the world's “widespread atheism and immorality.” You can rest easy though. If the accuracy of history is to be valued, the sky is not falling … at least not on the predictions of any fringe group of fear mongers. ‘The sky is falling’ has never failed to be a tool of fear for herding people down a dead end path. Consider the history. The oldest known prediction of the end of the world is recorded on Assyrian tablets… or perhaps in Zoroastrianism topping at about 500 BC, and bearing much which it brought along from the Old Testament era of Abraham and the early Judaic formulas. Later comes Christianity and with it kinder gentler terminology like the second coming. Since this period, the varieties of falling sky are almost endless. They do have a common thread, saying… men become more deceitful and more given to vile practices and adding, the multiplicity of disasters and natural calamities as mentioned in the New Testament… as if these things have not been happening all along. Look out… with every earthquake, volcanic eruption, or hurricane, here comes a flood of warnings—the sky is falling—and soon!
I am amused at highway warning signs that, before interstates and Lady Bird Johnson, were all over the side of the roads in the south. They were concrete crosses with four words… Christ is coming soon. My question is, if soon is absolutely true… why concrete crosses? Why not balsa wood or paper mache? Obviously soon is a relative term.
Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap Warnings of this kind are not limited to one religion… most all have contributed. Even the major modern protestant groups have a record of participation. One of my favorites is a book titled Millions Now Living Will Never Die. It was written by religious leader, Joseph F. Rutherford. The book is no longer available in bookstores, and contemporary followers of Rutherford are not familiar with it… for obvious reason. In 1843, William Miller, an early American leader of a fundamentalist religion, predicted the sky falling in only a few months. He was wrong of course. Don’t forget the ‘rapture theologist.’ Their prediction was May 11, 2011. Wrong again. Egyptian biochemist Rasha Khalifa predicted in 1968 that the world would end in 2240. I probably won’t attend. Let me know how it works out. Then there are the premillennialists who believe that the End Times are occurring now. Toss in Jim Jones, Pat Robertson, Hal Lindsey, and endless others. All wrong … again and again! All of these religionist predictions ignore the words of their leader, Jesus, who said… ‘But of that day and hour knoweth no man, not the angels of heaven…’ Against those odds, some still try. Forgive me if I ignore them. People pester NASA with questions about asteroids hitting our globe and destroying it. It might be just as sensible to ask… what if earth falls off the pedestal? During the 60s I sold bomb shelters because many in euphoric atomaphobia believed we were about to lose the world to atom bombs. Didn’t happen but there are some nice wine cellars out there… converted bomb shelters. (The USPO put out a flyer explaining how to have your mail forwarded in the event of atomic Armageddon). Don’t you just love government experts… almost as reliable as pseudo-psychic preachers. P.T. Barnum would love it! The sky looks pretty safe to me… but what do I know? ST George and Peggy Goldtrap are both actors, speakers, and writers and may be reached at georgegoldtrap@gmail.com
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ancy Lohman, LFD, CFCE and Director of Operations for Lohman Funeral Homes, Cemeteries and Cremation was elected President of the International Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association (ICCFA) during the Annual Convention and Exposition in Tampa. Nancy has been a member of the ICCFA since 1996 and a member of the Board of Directors since 2006. She has served as the Vice President of Education and the Vice President of Membership & Marketing. She chaired the 2010 Annual Convention in San Antonio, TX, the 2009 Fall Management Conference in Naples, FL, and served as a Dean of the College of Leadership, Management, and Administration at the ICCFA University in Memphis, TN for three years. She holds a Certified Cemetery & Funeral Executive designation (CFCE) in recognition of her extensive management experience within the profession. Nancy Lohman was asked by her husband Lowell to become a funeral director. In the 16 years to follow she would learned how truly purposeful and rewarding the profession. In 1997, Lohman and her husband opened their own funeral home on Granada Boulevard in Ormond Beach. The family chain grew to 14 locations in Volusia & Flagler counties. With each family served, the Lohman’s family and staff earned a reputation for the caring and respectful services they provided.
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Acupuncture And Lower Back Pain
Medical Doctors Explore Acupuncture Therapy
things to promote the body’s ability to heal itself. Qi (pronounced “chee”) is a vital energy that flows through meridians, pathways that run throughout the entire body. Qi protects the body from illness and provides nourishment to cells, tissues, mus-
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ccording to the Mayo Clinic, most people will experience back pain at least once in their lifetime. The intensity of lower back pain is in accordance to the intensity of the injury. Pain lasting for day or weeks is considered acute. Pain lasting for months is considered chronic. Lower back pain is usually triggered by a combination of overuse, muscle strain, and/or injury to the muscles, ligaments, and discs that support the spine. This leads to tension on muscles, bones, discs, and ligaments making the low back prone to injuries which cause pain. Symptoms of lower back pain include shooting pain, muscle ache, radiation of pain down legs, poor posture, inflexibility, and limited range of motion. Common causes of lower back pain may include improper or heavy lifting, injury or overuse, sudden or awkward movements, structural problems such as sciatica, arthritis, ruptured discs, or skeletal irregularities. Risk factors that increase development of lower back pain include obesity, aging, strenuous work, stress, anxiety, depression, or a sedentary job. Acupuncture treatments provide a safe, natural way to alleviate lower back pain. The benefits of acupuncture for lower back pain include the clearing of pinched nerves, increasing circulation, relaxing stiff muscles, reducing inflammation, promoting tissues healing, improving range of movement, and decreasing pain by increasing amounts of natural pain relievers in the brain (serotonin, nor epinephrine, and dopamine). Traditional Chinese Medicine sees the human body as an integrated being. It works with vital energies inherent within all living
Acupuncture & Skin Care …by Dr. Lorenzo Phan OMD, A.P. cles, and organs. During an acupuncture treatment, specific acupuncture points are stimulated to balance bioelectric energy circulation. A balance of energy in the body yields mind-body relaxation and optimized physiological functions of the body. The whole procedures last about 20 minutes, during which time patients are very relaxed and comfortable. Acupuncture practitioners recommend a holistic health approach inclusive of herbal remedies, massage, and stretching to achieve optimal relief from pain. Further ways to achieve freedom from back pain include a regimen of exercise which increases flexibility, maintains weight, and strengthens muscles, diets rich in anti-inflammatory, unprocessed and organic foods, stress reduction through breathing techniques such as meditation and yoga and achieving a balance of rest and relaxation. For details, contact Dr. Lorenzo Phan of the Acupuncture & Skin Care Clinic at 386615-1203 or www.acubeautytherapy.com
"I had chronic back pain for more than 10 years, which limited my daily activities and golf games. After acupuncture treatments with Dr.Phan, I am feeling much better. Now I believe acupuncture can really help spine pain." — Dr. Evan Feist, D.V.M. “My chronic lower back pain is much better now. I owe it all to Dr. Phan’s Lorenzo Phan, acupuncture treatments.” D.O.M
“I had extreme pain down my back, buttocks and legs all the way down to my ankles. After acupuncture treatments with Dr. Phan, I am now pain free and able to do daily activities. A nondrug, non-surgical solution—acupuncture has been a tremendous help for my sciatic pain.” —Dr. Romaniello, DMD “I had a nerve compression on my neck which disabled me from turning left or right. Because of the severe neck pain, I could not drive nor sleep comfortably. Dr. Phan’s acupuncture treatments resolved my neck condition. I am now pain free.” —Dr. Revollo Humberto, M.D.
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Acupuncture Proven To Reduce Lower Back Pain etween 70 and 85 percent of adults will experience back pain at least once in their lifetime. According to a study in the Archives of Internal Medicine, acupuncture reduces back pain more effectively than Western medicine and exercise alike. The research study consisted of more than one thousand adults separated into three study groups. One group was treated with conventional medications and physical therapy. The second group was treated with acupuncture and a third was treated with sham acupuncture (common to a placebo effect). Results proved that patients who received acupuncture had a greater decrease in back pain than patients who received the conventional treatments. The benefits of acupuncture for back pain include clearing compression/pinched
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he word stress is used frequently to describe events, choices, and relationships in our lives. Stress is our body’s way of reacting and adapting to challenges. At first we may do very well with adapting, but something happens and the body cannot keep up with the added demands. The inability to adapt disrupts nearly every system in the body which leads to diminished health and an increased propensity to get sick. It is the major cause of 75 percent of all illness. Stress overload effects the nervous system the most. It creates an interference
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Humane Society Update by Tyler Stover
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his week, Halifax Humane Society’s Redinger Spay/Neuter Clinic celebrated the one-year anniversary of its grand opening. In the short time it has been open, the clinic has already made tremendous strides toward reducing and eventually eliminating the pet overpopulation problem in the Greater Daytona area. The Redinger Clinic hosted its Grand Opening celebration on April 12, 2012, and began operations with a soft opening on April 16, performing 13 sterilization surgeries. On April 17, the clinic completed its first full day of operations, completing 32 surgeries. Since opening, the clinic has performed 7,705 spay/neuter surgeries, sterilizing 2,898 dogs and 4,807 cats. Even with adoption numbers on the rise at Halifax Humane Society, reducing intake must be a top priority when combating the pet overpopulation problem. According to national estimates, the surgeries performed at the Redinger Clinic in its first year have prevented over 2,000 dogs and 2,700 cats from entering animal shelters. During the planning stages of the clinic, longtime animal welfare supporters Alan and Mary Ann Redinger made a generous $50,000 donation toward the project. This contribution allowed Halifax Humane Society to outfit the building as a state-of-theart spay/neuter clinic. Alan passed away in 2012, but the clinic continues to move forward in his honor. A PetSmart Charities grant also allowed for the purchasing of the necessary equipment to operate the clinic. The surgical standards at the Redinger Clinic are derived from Humane Alliance, an organization that has been a catalyst for, and strategy behind, a nationwide movement to execute the best defense against euthanasia, namely prevention by sterilization. So far, over 115 new spay/neuter clinics across the United States have opened under its mentor program. Spay/neuter surgeries at the Redinger Clinic start as low as $25, and prices vary based on species, gender, and weight. The surgeries are subsidized in part by grants from PetSmart Charities. To schedule a spay/neuter surgery for your pet, please call
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Senior Service Line Bad Mood? Skip Junk Food by Matilda Charles
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revealed that people who ate junk or comfort food were more likely to be depressed—by 51 percent. The more junk food, the more depression. One of the biggest concerns about seniors and junk food (and fast food is included) is that many of us have smaller appetites than before. Maybe it's because food doesn't taste like it did, or maybe a medication we're on has reduced our appetite. Many seniors are at risk for malnutrition even if we're never hungry, because the types of food we eat don't support good nutrition. If we turn to junk food, we might not have enough appetite left to eat the foods we should. If we eat to help a bad mood, we could be making it worse. ST
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Section B April 26, 2013 Art In The Park
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he 41st annual Art in the Park will be held in Rockefeller Gardens on Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5. Thousands of people attended last year’s event. This year, the event is sold out with over 100 participants, including artists and crafters, entertainment, food vendors, and activities to please all. Art and crafts will be judged. In the fine arts category, a single award of $1,500 will be made for “Best In Show.” Eight others, four fine artists and four crafters will receive a total of eight awards: First Place $400, Second Place $300, Merit Award $200, and Honorable Mention $100. For the young artists, the event will feature a Kids’ Craft Zone (free) which will be located inside The Casements. Kids are invited to come and make a special gift for their mother for Mother’s Day and they can also contribute to the mural. A caricature artist will also be inside with caricatures beginning at $5. There will be arts to please everyone from acrylics to wood, and every-
thing in between. With Mother’s Day only a week later on May 12, this is a great event to find unique and lasting gifts from among beautiful paintings, photographs and distinctive pieces of hand crafted work. While shopping, strolling, or dining, there will be a variety of musical entertainment. The Docs Of Dixie, Brad Yates, and Mo’- Mentum will perform on Saturday and on Sunday 2 Guys With Horns and Dan Allen will entertain. Food vendors will offer an array of items to satisfy every appetite. Greg’s Seafood and Bar-B-Que will have ribs, chicken, hamburgers, hotdogs, shrimp, fish, and fried food on the menu. Joe’s Lemonade will serve a variety of lemonades plus salads, gyros and snacks. You can get Hershey’s Ice Cream and in addition to kettle corn, Holy Cow Kettle Corn will have of other fun snacks. You can celebrate with the artists and your community each of the two days between 10 A.M. and 4 P. M. In addition, The Casements will be open for tours on both days providing an
excellent opportunity to see this beautiful historic building. When touring The Casements, you may like visiting the Children’s Art Exhibit in The Gallery presented by the Or-mond Beach Art Guild. Come out and have a great weekend of culture, history, shopping, fun and food at this amazing annual event.
Free parking is available at The Casements and at Fortunato Park. Rockefeller Gardens is located in front of The Casements at 25 Riverside Drive, at the southeast corner of the Granada Bridge. For more details, please call 386-6763241 or visit www.ormondbeach.org
May 2013 Tuesday May 7 2:15 pm Florida Room
Two Parkinson’s Monthly Groups …One For People With Parkinson’s Disease …One For Their Caregivers Parkinson’s disease creates challenges for loved ones and caregivers, as well as for Parkinson’s patients. A Parkinson’s diagnosis is life-altering and from the moment of diagnosis people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones may feel a sense of loss and various other emotions. People with Parkinson’s and their loved ones share this journey but it effects each person differently. Each support group will allow for participants to: share experiences, support one another, learn ways to decrease stress, and to balance daily challenges and responsibilities. Support Group Facilitators: Karen Grant, LCSW Julie Randolph, LCSW Halifax Health, Hospice of Volusia/Flagler
Wednesday May 10 11 am Auditorium
Back to Life with Doctors’ Choice The Back to Life with Doctors’ Choice wellness series is an educational seminar, designed to equip seniors with easy to use and understand information. We bring education to the public that can change the course of their health through knowledge. This is a fun and exciting series of seminars that focus on core healthcare issues. In May we will bring the topic of Posture For Less Pain. Learn some key tips to help ease pain and arthritis and give you better balance. Learn about core muscle strength and how easy it can be to activate your trunk stabilizers. This all takes place in a fun interactive environment. Tim Richards, Physical Therapist Assistant, has worked in the Physical Therapy/ Rehabilitation field for 19 years. He has had the pleasure of working with patients in hospital, outpatient, and long term/rehab settings, and has been in the home/health care field for seven years. Tim Richards, PTA • Director of Program Development & Training, Doctors’ Choice Home Health
Wednesday May 15 1:30 pm Florida Room
Caregiver Support Group Stressed, Tired, Overwhelmed? Learn ways to decrease stress, balance the mind, body and daily activities, reduce feelings of guilt and to take care of you. Michelle Jones • Bishop’s Glen Retirement Community Liz Knowlton • VITAS Innovative Hospice Care Please bring your loved one and Bishop’s Glen will care for them during the session.
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Exercise Is Good Medicine We do not stop exercising because we grow old— we grow old because we stop exercising. —Dr. Kenneth Cooper, Cooper Institute. Starting an exercise program can sound like a daunting task, but just remember that your main goal is to boost your health by meeting or exceeding the basic physical activity recommendations. These include 150 minutes per week of moderateintensity physical activity through, for example, 30 minutes a day of moderate-intensity exercise, five days per week. No matter what your health challenge, there is an exercise that can help you to maintain or improve your fitness. Lynn is looking forward to sharing some of her ideas for getting in your 30 minutes of exercise each day. Lynn Lauretta, is the Wellness Coordinator for the EnerG by Aegis program here at Bishop’s Glen. She is an ACSM Health Fitness Specialist and a Certified Intrinsic Coach®. For the past 33 years she has enjoyed teaching a variety of fitness and wellness classes in the Daytona Beach area—Aerobics, Step, Aquatic Exercises, Water Walking, Tai Chi, Ai Chi, as well as coaching individuals in making positive lifestyle change. Lynn Lauretta, Wellness Coordinator for the EnerG by Aegis program here at Bishop's Glen.
Friday May 24 6 pm
An Ice Cream Show “Everybody loves ice cream. It's cool, it's sweet—and delicious! It's also the tantalizing topic of this happy documentary program that takes viewers to ice cream places across America from Vermont to Hawaii, highlighting outstanding places to get a bowl. An Ice Cream Show features mostly small ice cream shops where people take great care with the product. We meet many ice cream lovers—from makers and eaters, to collectors and cone-makers.” Jim Phillips, a former Assistant State Attorney, will present this enjoyable program and will sprinkle it with sweet trivia of his own.
Friday May 31 11 am
What Is A Speech Pathologist & What Do They Do? A speech pathologist does more than just work on speech sounds with children. Speech pathologists work with various medical conditions, such as Post CVA, Parkinson's Disease, and head and neck trauma. Are you or anyone you know experiencing difficulty with: • Memory • Following Directions • Word-finding • Speech Production • Language • Swallowing Our speech pathologists at Bishop's Glen, coupled with Aegis Therapies, utilize state of the art technology ranging from computer-based language exercises to Geriatric Enhanced Modality Equipment and Vital Stimulation Equipment. Come see what a speech pathologist does to help the adult population. Don't miss this stimulating experience. Presenters: Megan Kealy M.A., CCC/SLP, RPC Ashley Retz M.A., CCC/SLP
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What’s In The Stars
For The Week Of April 29
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A little woolgathering is okay. Don't let that dreamy state linger beyond midweek, when you'll want to be ready to take on new workplace responsibilities. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Love rules the week for single Bovines seeking romance. Attached pairs also find joy in their relationships. Friday may bring news about a business opportunity. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Home becomes the center of a new social whirl, as you show your talent for hosting parties. Expect to impress a people who've never seen this side of you. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The Moon Child might have to raise those powers of persuasion a notch to get a still-wary colleague to agree to go along. Find facts to back up your position. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Hold off trying to fix the blame for an apparent mishandling of a work situation. A full investigation could reveal surprising facts on how and why it really happened. VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) Your ability to find details others might overlook gives you an advantage in assessing a possibly too-good-to-be-true offer. A trusted colleague has advice.
LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Expect to be called on again to act as peacemaker in a long-simmering dispute that suddenly flares up. Offer advice, but be careful to stay out of the fray. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Your organizational skills help you line up your priorities so that you get things done without added pressure. The weekend could hold a special surprise. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) New ventures are favored. Don't launch yours before rechecking all facts and sources. Also, be sure you can rely on support from certain people. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Don't be pushed into renegotiating an agreement, even though it might help avoid a potential impasse. Get legal advice before you sign anything. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Helping others is what Aquarians do so well. This time, someone wants to help you. Expect to hear some news that will both surprise and delight you. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Things go so swimmingly that you're tempted to take on more tasks. Best advice: Finish what you have now, then enjoy a well-earned relaxing weekend. ST
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pring is a time of rejuvenation in nature and spirit. Here in Florida, spring-like temperatures last only a brief time before hot, humid days set in. It’s a great time to get outside and re-connect with your surroundings. Walk around the yard and neighborhood and look for the signs of spring that are popping out all around. Lawns are turning greener, leaf buds are appearing on trees and leafing out, and even flowers are poking their heads up. Taking in the sweet smells of the season will stimulate your senses and lift your moods. Gardening can have many benefits for seniors. Gardening is an enjoyable pastime for many while providing exercise for mobility, flexibility, and use of motor skills. It allows you to stay active and productive. Other beneficial aspects of gardening are helping to improve strength and endurance. However, it is a good idea to perform some warming-up stretchs before starting your gardening activities so as to reduce any muscle soreness you may experience later on. It’s important to take caution and follow some safety rules, such as: Drink plenty of liquids to keep your body well hydrated. (Avoid alcohol) Be sure to take care of cuts, bruises, scrapes, and insect bites right away to help avoid infections. If you start to see signs of redness or swelling, seek treatment.
Try to work in the garden early in the day or late in the day to avoid the hot, midday sun and heat. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and add gloves to protect your hands and a hat to protect from the sun. Use sunscreen to protect against sunburn and sun damage. Keep gardening tools sharp, well oiled, and in good working condition. This will help your tools to work easier with less resistance, making it easier on you.
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(L) Representative Dave Hood, District 25 and the Rev. David Schillinger on the House floor. over thirty years. Rep. Hood is very committed to serving his constituents. He is continuously involved with activities and organizations that are dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents in our community. Hood was for a two-year term in November 2012. Elected by House Speaker Will Weatherford to serve on five committees for the 2012-2013 legislative session, he has brought a wealth of information to those committees: Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Education K-12 Subcommittee, Government Operations Appropriations Subcommittee, Health Innovation Subcommittee, and Joint Administrative Procedures Committee. ST Hoods district office is located in Daytona Beach, telephone 386-239-6285.
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rmond Beach octogenarian Sam Hossler has released his seventh and eight novels, the Silversmith Chronicles and Beasts Of The Frontier. Hossler’s earlier books were historical fiction, with actual places, events, and people woven into stories of the 1700s. The new books are a departure from this and delve into fantasy in the 1800s. The scene is set in the rolling hills of western Pennsylvania. Farm animals were being slaughtered by an unknown beast. Jake Housa’s farm had lost a good part of their sheep herd. It was time to find and kill this unknown animal. With his friend Ned Duncan they set a trap. Their adversary turned out to be more than they could handle. Werewolves were thought to be tales to scare kids, they now know better. The sequel to this story is Beasts Of The Frontier. Ned and Jake decide to go on a winter hunting trip. As they travel up river huge foot prints are found. Thought to be a giant bear it became the object of their hunt. Continuing up river they find a family where the husband had disappeared while hunting. Taking the family to relatives further up river the boys continually find evidence of this strange beast. The hunters become the hunted. Author Sam Hossler sold his first magazine story in 1966 and that was the beginning of a lifelong love affair with putting words on paper. Over the years he has writ-
ten literally hundreds of articles and columns as a free lancer and newspaper reporter. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh in Natural Science it was natural that he focused his writing on outdoor subjects, fishing, hunting, and hiking. This was enlarged to include some travel articles later in his career. His early books, The Summer Of 1763, The Great Land Grab, and A Bloodstained Land are historical fiction covering life in western Pennsylvania during the 1700s. His aim is to bring history alive, not the dry dates and events of high school history class. To achieve this he researched items from old newspapers, letters, and family histories. These were then woven into an exciting story based on actual events. Hossler’s last two books depart from the historical fiction, but not too far. Again actual places of the early 1800s were woven into the stories. He has been pleased with the reviews saying the stories may be enjoyed by not only the younger crowd but everyone. Both of his new books are suitable for ages twelve and up. ST Hosslers two new releases are available from www.samhosslerwriter.comwww.gr annyapplepublishing.com Amazon, or your favorite book seller. For author signed copies please e-mail samhossler@gmail.com or call 904-274-0221.
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ST PALs (Seniors Today Professional Advertising League) ST PALs (Seniors Today Professional Advertising League) is a networking group organized by Seniors Today newspaper and made up of professional people in our community that all have businesses that serve our seniors. The group was the first of its kind in this area, was formed over 15 years ago, and is the longest running networking group dedicated to seniors in the Volusia/Flagler area. ST PALS prides itself on Sheila McKay-Vaughan Chesley Bennett Kathy Whitby Mandy Moore Amber Frazzini Jennifer Corbett Maria Vides Rodrigo Guillen Sarah Albanese Marjorie Marcus Tanya Andersen Holly Mulvey, RN, BSN Chrissy Bramblett Roni Jackson Todd Register Betty Worley Marion Flom Dave Lynn George Gonzalez Patrick Forestell Greg Thifauft Terri Perry
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