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Declutter your home Free yourself from clutter with these easy tips.
Create an active, healthier lifestyle Five tips to help.
Editor’s note For some of us spring time just isn’t enough time to get our house together and our lives organized. This month I’ve moved into a new apartment. While packing, I couldn’t believe the amount of well honestly, junk, I’ve accumulated. The house I lived in was so cluttered! Not all of us, I know are as fortunate to move into a new place and get a new start, we have to deal with the clutter we have. But no worries. Check out this month’s feature on declutter your home. It’s sure to help you get your home and life back together again. Happy cleaning!
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For a good time: By Golly's Looking for a fun place to hang out with the whole family? Try By Golly’s! Voted as having some of the best burgers in the area, by Cincinnati Magazine, By Golly’s is a great, affordable place to kick back and enjoy a good meal. One of the best kept secrets of By Golly’s is their spacious basement ready for walk-in groups or reservations from eight to 100. It seats 50, has a big screen TV, dart boards, and pool tables. It’s perfect for any party or special occasion. By Golly’s also features $6 all inclusive lunch specials! It’s your choice of Soup, salad, and drink; lunch entree, salad, and drink/ 10 wings and a drink; or Daily sandwich, chips, and a drink. Drink options include coke products, Gold Peak teas, or Miller
High Life. In addition, kids eat free every Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and All day on Sunday. By Golly’s opened in the early 80’s and thrived well in the Milford area based on local owners and economical food and drinks. When it burned down Thanksgiving Day, 2007, there was no doubt in owner Tom “Earl” Seamans mind that he wanted it back bigger and better than ever. With windows and a fireplace now in the dining room and a fresh up to date menu for the modern American cuisine era. By Golly's is back. The menu and drinks are priced for a cheap night out with the family or friends and great pride is taken for quality service.
By Golly’s spacious basement is the perfect place for your next party!
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‘A New Attitude,’ outlook on life From the moment you walk into A New Attitude Beauty Studio, in Hyde Park, you feel welcome. Suddenly the stress slips right off your shoulders, and you’re right at home. Management and the talented, highly trained staff are committed to providing you with the highest level of service possible and do so in a friendly, relaxing, comfortable environment. “I love the atmosphere, it’s very laid back and not stressful,” said Cynthia Offen, nail technician and esthetician. “Those who work here are really kind and genuine. You feel invited when you come in here. I know that I am
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always happy to see my clients. You get to really become a part of their lives.” Meeting new people and getting to know clients is what Cosmetologist Laura Farley enjoys most. “I enjoy the people – clients become more like friends. I enjoy hearing about what we last talked about – how things turned out,” she explained. “My job is very gratifying.” What really sets A New Attitude Beauty Studio a part is the fact that they are small and privately owned and are able to cater to each client’s personal needs. “This salon is definitely different from
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others. Here you have more of a home-like feel, other salons feel kind of like a factory. It’s more personable here,” said Farley. A New Attitude Beauty Studio is a full-service salon and spa, offering a variety of beautifying rejuvenation services including hair services, facials, manicures and pedicures, professional body waxing, massage therapy, tanning, and professional teeth whitening. The salon exclusively offers Goldwell products. The salon was one of the first in the area to offer Brazilian straightening, which is unlike any other relaxer in that it
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doesn’t alter the hair structure or damage the hair. Instead, it realigns and bonds keratin protein into the hair, making it smooth, shiny, and healthy. Owner and Master Designer John Gay has even developed his own straightening formula, Attitude For Hair. “This is something we really stand behind,” said Farley. “It’s the latest craze, people love it – it’s life changing!” A New Attitude Beauty Studio also offers an opportunity for our to host bridal parties and private parties! They shutdown the salon and cater to you and your guests,
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you’re welcome to bring wine and food. They also host botox parities where local physician, Dr. Lawrence Kurtsman comes in and does medial spa treatments. Education is a big part of life at the salon boutique. The staff is constantly kept up-to-date on the latest styles and trends. And they share this knowledge with their clients, as well – for Lead Esthetician Stacey Parker, this is just another fantastic perk to working at A New Attitude Beauty Studio. “I love educating someone on what transAttitude see page 11
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Superior violin shopping When he found out that his wife had played violin when she was young, Michael Schear wanted to surprise her by purchasing an old, well-made violin for her birthday. Though his knowledge of the instrument was small at the time, Michael dedicated himself to studying the history of the violin in his spare time so that he could buy the best quality model available for his wife. Little did he know that this initial thirst for knowledge would develop from a simple need to give a thoughtful gift to his spouse, to a desire to provide quality instruments to any student who wishes to learn the skill or improve upon them. The search for the perfect gift had piqued his interest, and soon after, Michael became a collector of violins. He started working with the instrument on a more intimate level, learning the craft of restoration and violin-making from a master in the field over the course of seven years. After training for seven years, Michael realized the potential for creating and providing hand-crafted qual-
ity instruments to the public. It started as a small, family owned and operated business, seeking to offer schools and students another choice of well-made violins and violas. The news of their beautiful instruments and outstanding customer service spread quickly through word of mouth and allowed the shop to grow. And now, twenty years since the initial desire to find a great gift, the store has grown to four locations, the newest opening in Anderson Township. Antonio Violins is dedicated to offering the choice of a superior violin shopping experience at four convenient locations. Visit us in Cincinnati, Anderson, Mason, or Columbus.
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Get ‘Broadway Bound’ with dance classes Tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop – Broadway Bound Dance Academy offers all of these classes and more to dancers of all ages. Their smaller-sized classes can offer more personalized attention to make sure students learn good fundamentals and do not develop improper techniques. Broadway Bound Dance Academy is conveniently located at 10580 Loveland Madeira Road in the CVS shopping plaza. Their Summer Programs still have openings and are a great way for students to expand their dance knowledge, try new classes, and meet new friends. Students may choose from dance
camps, dance clinics, hip hop, combo, and musical theater classes. Private voice and dance instruction is also available. Broadway Bound is also excited to announce their first ever competition team! Local students auditioned for the team in April and will work throughout the summer and school year to prepare for the 2010-2011 competition season. The studio will hold an Open House on August 14th from 1-3pm with a special performance at 1:30pm. Fall classes will begin September 13th. Please go to www.broadwaybounddance.com or call the studio at 774-9474 to register for classes.
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veryone does it. You stack, pile and store everything. And now, the closets are so full you fear for your life every time you consider opening the doors; or you can't find a pair of scissors in the junk drawer any more because it's full of, well, junk. Yep, you need to declutter your house. But if the thought of tackling your cleaning project has you collapsing on the couch in exhaustion, consider some of these tips from Savers thrift store to make the task easier - both in sorting your items and getting what you don't want out of your house: • Bring a friend in to help. Not only can the two of you spend a great afternoon together, but your friend can also give you an objective opinion as you sort through items to keep or throw. This allows you to see if your emotions are the only reasons you're holding on to stuff – like your grandmother's old vase that's just collecting dust in your closet. Actually, things like that vase will do a lot more good out of your house than in it. Savers thrift store pays its 128
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nonprofit partners for every item donated either at the Community Donation Center located on-site at its stores or donated directly to its partners. So, all your unused clothing, housewares, furniture and more turn into sustainable funding for nonprofits' programs and services in your local area. • Be organized about getting organized. Start in one corner of one room, and slowly make your way around the room in a circle. Don't move on to the next room until you are finished with the first. If you need to take a break, go for it, but always return back to where you left off. • Designate a place for donations in a handy, but outof-the-way location in your house. Encourage family members to place
items - clothes, toys, housewares - that they don't want any longer into the bin. Your children will see that not everything has to go into the trash, and something they don't want any longer can be used by someone else. When your donation bin is full, you can use Savers new Nonprofit Locator Tool to find a nearby Community Donation Center where you can drop off your goods or get a list of Savers nonprofit partners in your area with donation home pickup service. Simply visit www.commu-
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nitydonationcenter.c om and type in your zip code to identify the most convenient drop off location or a specific nonprofit organization you want to support. • Be realistic about what you think you want to keep. If you haven't worn that sweater in more than six months, it's ready to go. And if you lost weight, congratulate yourself by donating all your larger old clothing. This makes it less tempting and more work if you gain the weight back. Another way to determine what is ready to go is to put items you're not
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sure about into a box. Seal it, and put it into the basement. If you haven't opened that box a year later, donate the entire thing. Chances are, you don't have a clue what's in the box and don't need it. When you donate your unused items to Savers' nonprofit partners, another person can put them to use, which helps save space in landfills, and organizations in your area will benefit as well. And you won't have to fear opening your closet door anymore. Courtesy of ARAcontent
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Customized care from Hill's Compounding Pharmacy If you’re like many women, when hormones are out of balance, you don’t feel like yourself. Perhaps you’ve tried and tried and nothing seems to help, you’re frustrated - you’re desperate to find an answer. Depending on your particular symptoms and time of life, there may be hope with customized hormone replacement therapy from Hill’s Compounding Pharmacy. “We look at your own particular symptoms and time of life. One size doesn’t always fit all,” explains Jill Schad, RN. “We look at your symptoms, time of life, and goals of therapy. Next, we work with your physician to create a customized formulation that’s right for you. For many typical menopausal symptoms that don’t respond to traditional therapies, we are a source for alternative treatment.” To start, call Hill’s Compounding Pharmacy at 831-3735 to schedule a 90minute educational consultation. During this session, Jill is given the chance to get to know and understand your situation. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase a saliva testing kit. Testing is painless and easy in your own home. Lab results are reported back to Hill’s Compounding who will follow up with you. Ultimately, you’ll need a physician’s prescription for the final formulation. The Hill’s Compounding Pharmacy specialists will work together with you and your prescriber to provide customized hormone replacement therapy that provides the needed hormones in the most appropriate strength and dosage form to meet your specific needs. “Hormone replacement therapy should be initiated carefully after a woman’s medical and family history has
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been reviewed,” said owner and pharmacist Jeff Hill. “Every woman is unique and may respond to therapy in her own way. Close monitoring and medication adjustments are essential.” According to Jill, out of the hundreds of women she has helped in the last six years, many have reported success in reducing symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings and others. “It’s about improving the quality of life,” Jill said. “While we are dealing with real hormones and there are always risks associated with that, most women find side effects are minimal. I think women choose this option because today, many women are more informed about health options. Women want to make informed choices about women’s health issues.” For more information, call Hill’s Compounding Pharmacy at 831-3735 or visit their website at www.HillsCompounding.com.
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Five easy ways to create an active and healthier lifestyle The good news is that the tried-and-true approach of regular exercise and smart nutrition will go a long way toward managing weight loss and an overall healthy lifestyle. In fact, the benefits of being more active can be seen within a short time after starting a new routine and include more energy, less stress, lower blood pressure, improved digestive health and a reduction in cardiovascular disease risk. A fitness program doesn’t have to take place in the gym. Beverly Abbs, an award-winning ultra-runner, recommends outdoor fun to get started on everyday fitness. “You don’t have to run long distances in order to reap the health benefits,” says Abbs, a member of UltraRunning Team Sunsweet. “Short distance runs and even outdoor walks are a great way to stay fit and have fun. I got my start competing in athletic
events with just 2- to 3-mile runs. That turned into a lifelong love of ultra-running.” When you add in smart nutritional choices to your exercise routine, the positives pile up further. “As a triathlete and a sports dietitian, I can tell you that plenty of healthy choices are convenient and taste delicious,” says registered dietician Dr. Katherine Beals. So, whether you aspire to
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overhaul your diet and exercise program or are just thinking about taking a few first steps to a healthier life, smart choices can start with a few simple steps. Abbs and Dr. Beals offer these tips for getting started on achieving overall better health.
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ing activities two days a week, according to the U.S. Health and Human Services department. Fortunately, it is easier than you might think to incorporate exercise into your routine. For example, take the stairs instead of the elevator and find the parking spot that is farthest away to get extra steps in between your car and your destination. Play tag with your kids, or consider signing up for Health see page 11
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Try scuba diving at the Scuba Shack.
Local scuba diving season has begun When people think of scuba diving, many places come to find – Fiji, Hawaii, the Cayman Islands, St. Lucia, the Bahamas, the Red Sea, Galapagos and Australia. But what those same people may not realize is that every weekend, from June through October, hundreds of Cincinnati residents head out for a day or two of scuba diving at local recreational dive sites. “Local scuba diving may not be diving in a tropical paradise, but it does allow certified scuba divers to enjoy a few of the things they love about diving, such as spending time in another world, and experiencing the weightless wonder of ‘flying without wings’,” said Jim Barrie the owner of The Scuba Shack in Florence. “While there are no tropical fish or ocean sea creatures in our local waters, there are numer-
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ous fresh water fish and turtles. And even though there are no beautiful coral reefs here, there are a myriad of interesting rock formations and underwater plants. We also have plenty if sunken boats, airplanes, helicopters and other things to explore underwater at our local dive sites.” The Scuba Shack is located on Route 18, “just around the corner from Florence Mall.” In addition to scubacertification training, The Shack offers certified scuba divers the opportunity to go on Instructor-escorted local dive outings most weekends from June through October. They also conduct several special even diving days, that include the Great Underwater Scavenger Hunt in August, and the Great Underwater Pumpkin Carving Contest in October. A typical local day consists of meeting with dive
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buddies, driving to a local site, gearing up, and doing a few dives to depths of 20 to 40 feet. Between dives, ‘surface interval’ time is spent eating, socializing and planning the next dive. “Because scuba diving is 95 percent social, divers also gather for The Scuba Shack’s social gatherings that we call Club Aquarius events,” said Barrie. “We have ‘Shack Doggie’ cookouts, ‘Walk In’ outdoor movie nights and Travel parties , which are frequently held on Shack’s Party Patch behind the shop.” So if scuba diving is on your list of things to do someday, The Scuba Shack offers free ‘Try Scuba’ sessions in their indoor heated pool. Visit the Web site, www.TheScubaPlace.com, or call 859-283-1550 for more information, or to schedule your very own Try Scuba Experience.
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Cedar Village Residents and Staff at a recent outing to the Great American Ballpark. This wonderful event was sponsored by the Berg Family Fund and Chai Hopes, which grants wishes for Cedar Village Residents.
Healthy summer living As much as many of us love the sun and the warmer weather, summer has some risks associated with it. Although we all know about sunscreen and staying hydrated, we may not know that high temperatures put our senior population at greater risk. The good news is that there is a lot we can do to prevent summer health problems for seniors, we just need to be aware and be prepared! One of the most important things to consider is keeping cool. Not everyone has, or can afford, air conditioning and homes can become overly warm. If you have an elderly friend or family member, it can be helpful to check their windows, make sure that there are window coverings sufficient to keep the sun out but let breezes circulate. If the
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weather is extreme, you might consider taking your elderly friend or family member somewhere that there is air conditioning, whether it is your home or a mall or movie theatre, just to get them out of the heat. Outdoors, sunscreen is vital for everyone and seniors especially. Fragile skin can burn quickly so use sunscreen every day, even if plans are not to be outdoors. You never know when that can change and overcast weather can produce sunburns just as well as sunny days can. Hats and sunglasses are also important. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate is also a summer theme. Seniors will sometimes limit liquids in an effort to limit restroom visits (maybe there are stairs involved or a long
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walk too) and that can be dangerous. Water and fruit juice are great choices with a goal of eight or more 8-ounce/day. Coffee and alcohol are not great choices because they are diuretics and won't help with that all important hydration. Summer attire also matters. Loose fitting clothing in light colors and natural fabrics will enhance comfort. And if your summer plans include vacation, plan for the senior's health needs. Make sure you have plenty of prescription medicine to take along. Carry a list of medications and time of administration, as well as a list of any allergies and physician phone numbers. A little thought and preparation can help keep summer healthy for everyone!
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S E N I O R Health from page 8 a community fun run 5K. Not only do these runs usually provide an opportunity to race for a good cause, you can use it as training motivation.
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Go for convenience: Abbs says dried fruits like Sunsweet Ones, individually wrapped prunes, are a convenient and nutritious snack whether you’re training for a marathon or just a busy person on the go. “These delicious snacks are portable, don’t spoil and deliver calories that count.” Plus, prunes are known to support digestive health.
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After an intense workout: Carbohydrate-rich foods that are energy dense, easy to digest and familiar and appetizing - like bagels, granola bars, crackers, dried plums and fruit juices - are good choices for post-workout fare to replenish any lost nutrients. Exercise also increases the loss of water from the body, primarily through sweat, so the harder and longer the workout, the more lost fluid that needs replacing. “Drinking fluids like water, sports drinks, and fruit juices or eating water-containing foods can replace these lost fluids and, in the case of fruits, fruit juices and vegetables, replace much-needed potassium,” Dr. Beals says. Regardless of your current level of activity and commitment to nutrition, it is never too late to make smart decisions. Make the commitment today and take these steps toward a more fit and healthy you. Courtesy of ARAcontent
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New physician at Montgomery ENT Center The staff at Montgomery ENT Center is proud to announce the addition of Dr. E.C. Tinker to the family. Dr. Tinker joined the practice this past January. He received his Bachelor Dr. Tinker of Science degree from the University of Cincinnati and attended Wright State University in Dayton for his medical degree. His internship was performed at Jacobi Medical Center in Bronx, New York. He completed his residency at The Medical College of Pennsylvania. He obtained his Board Certification from the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American Board of Emergency Medicine and an Associate Member with the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Tinker worked for the practice during his years in undergraduate school and enjoys seeing many of the returning patients from
years ago. Dr. Tinker's hobbies include following professional sports, especially the Cincinnati Bengals! He has also become quite the home chef. He and his wife have a daughter and live in the Anderson area. Dr. Tinker joins Dr. Mark Grosinger, Dr. Amy Holland and Dr. Angela Byrd. Together they form a tightly knit team of health care professionals that are ready to help patients with any of the ear, nose and throat problems, including hearing loss. The team is lead by Dr. Mark Grosinger, a board certified Otolaryngologist, who founded the practice 25 years ago. Montgomery ENT Center has offices located in Cincinnati, Wilmington, Hillsboro and Middletown. You can call 513-891-8700 or 937-382-2000 to make an appointment at any of their convenient locations, or visit their website at www.montgomeryent.com for more information. Make the decision to bring your ears to the experts at Montgomery ENT Center and discover what you've been missing. You'll like what you hear!
Attitude from page 4 forms their skin,” she said. “Not a skin type or skin problem, but their personal skin type and problems.” Creativity plays a big role in life at the salon, especially for Stylist Leslie Bohl. “I like the fact that I’m encouraged to be creative and think outside the box,” she said. She enjoys working with clients to create a look not only she can be proud of, but that they will love – something that really expresses who they are and who they want to be. Best of all, A New Attitude Beauty Studio is
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a place where you are known rather than seen. “I really enjoy the collectic feel, says Bohl. “It’s about more than providing a service. We’re a place where people can come and share and celebrate their lives. This is the first salon I’ve worked where clients interact with each other too. It’s a friendly atmosphere every body chats it up!” Schedule your appointment today online at www.anewattitudebeautystudio.com or by calling 533-0109 to start your serene experience. You’ll leave with a new attitude on life.
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