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that, but you also should have some sort of gripping strips put on your bathroom tub rather than using a shower mat.”

Grab bars also can be helpful near the toilet.

“If you don’t have the strength in your quads to stand up you can go nose over toes and topple over on your head,” Lofton said.

“We always tell people to remember when they stand up not to put their nose past their toes.”

Any part of your home that has steps or an incline also should have railing.

“Make sure it is secure and two sided so you really get good support,” Lofton said.

You also should have clear pathways between your different living spaces.

“Arrange your furniture so you aren’t going in a zigzag pattern around it,” Lofton said. “If you have to turn to get past the coffee table you could throw yourself off balance. Throw rugs also are a no no in other parts of the house.”

Lighting inside a home is another thing to consider.

“As we get older we can have problems with our sight like glaucoma and cataracts that can cause us not to see as well,” Lofton said. “Depth perception also can become a problem with age so it’s important to have good light, get regular eye exams and make sure your glasses and lenses are most appropriate for your COSHOCTON – The snow and ice that often comes with winter needs.” may have you worried about falling outside, but there are actu- A key place in the home to make sure you have lit, especially ally more dangers inside that need addressed as you age. at night, is your pathway from the bedroom to the bathroom.

“Elderly fall more inside than outside and many falls inside “Leave a small hallway light on or a night light and make sure happen in kitchens and bathrooms,” said Kelly Lofton, executive your path is clear,” Lofton said. director of Health Services and Hospice of Coshocton County.

Another good tip is to keep a cordless or cell phone on your Her biggest piece of advice for avoiding accidents in the bedroom floor or at least down low. kitchen is to get rid of the throw rugs.

“This way if you fall you will have easy access to a phone,” Lof “They are not a good idea at all,” Lofton said. “They don’t grip ton said. “You should also keep one down low in the bathroom.” to the floor and can be easily tripped over.”

Another cause of falls can be medication.

In the bathroom, grab bars inside and outside the tub are “If we have patients who are on three or more medications helpful. we screen them for falls,” Lofton said. “Every medicine has a po “A lot of times people fall because they aren’t able to lift their tential side effect and two of the bigger ones are dizziness and legs high enough to clear the tub or standing on one leg throws blurred vision. Years ago we used to go to one physician to treat off their center of balance,” Lofton said. “Grab bars can help with See ‘Tips’ on page 7

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COSHOCTON – Obesity and an inactive lifestyle is one of the main health concerns facing men today. Weight gain can cause diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and high blood pressure, among other health issues.

Cesareo “Dr. Bob” Tongco, MD, and Fred Corder, PA-C at the Family Physicians Medical Clinic believe weight gain can be attributed to fast food or poor dietary choices, stress, and lack of exercise.

“We live in a stressful environment,” said Corder. “Stress produces cortisol and cortisol retains sugar.”

Generally speaking, men are less likely to have an annual check-up with their family doctor than women. Because of this, health-related problems can go undetected and untreated, which is why both Tongco and Corder suggested that the average healthy man should start receiving annual medical exams at the age of 40.

At each visit, men should be expected to have their body mass index (BMI) measured, blood pressure and cholesterol checked, and be screened for colon cancer after the age of 50. You should also discuss risk factors with your doctor such as tobacco and alcohol use, which could also have a negative impact on your health.

To stay healthy, make sure your immunizations are current and that you have had the flu vaccine, pneumococcal pneumonia vaccine, and the DTAP (whooping cough) vaccine.

“A lot of grandparents infect their grandchildren with pertussis because they don’t get vaccinated,” said Corder.

Men can also choose to be screened for other health concerns such as depression, HIV, and lung cancer. Those born between the years 1945 through 1965 should be tested for hepatitis C. Many of these tests and screenings can be completed in one doctor visit

Plan a winter landscape

Some people ask, “Why plan a landscape for winter pleasure? Everything is covered with snow and it’s too cold to go outside and enjoy it.” I say, “Why not?” Landscapes are for our enjoyment year round. Besides, you would be surprised how pretty and unusual the yard can look in the winter with proper planning.

A winter landscape requires a bit more ingenuity and planning because there are fewer elements available to make a landscape statement. By combining multiple kinds of evergreens,

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berry bearing plants, different bark colors and textures; you can create a visually exciting view.

There are two types of evergreens from which to choose.

Broadleaf evergreens have leaves like deciduous trees, but they don’t fall off in the autumn. Rhododendrons, holly, and groundcovers like ivy are all broadleaf evergreens. Narrow leaf evergreens are what you generally think of when you hear the word evergreen. These include the pines and spruces, yews, and the junipers. They all give the yard beautiful green foliage all year long.

Trees that produce berries can provide additional color to a winter landscape. Most types of flowering crab apple trees produce red or yellow fruit in the fall, which last and are attractive all winter long. For brilliant bright orange or red color, consider plants in the hawthorn family, which is known for its vibrant colored berries, or many of the holly varieties.

For interesting twig color, the yellow or red stemmed dogwood is quite intriguing. The birch, with its various shades of white bark, also makes quite a contrast in the winter landscape.

Bark texture can also create interest in the winter. The winged euonymus or the Paper Bark maples are two examples of trees with very unusual bark.

To really add excitement to a winter landscape, consider some of the more eccentric plants. The interest is with their unusual shapes, and profiled against a stark winter day are sure to grab the spotlight. Harry Lauder’s Walking Stick is named for the 1920s comedian who carried a walking stick taken from the plant. It is a large shrub or small tree that has the ability to grow in every direction but up. It tends to grow in a twisting, turning way, creating all kinds of curly cues and configurations with its branches.

The weeping spruce and weeping flowering crab apple also have unusual shapes. And don’t forget the ornamental grasses.

Their plumes and foliage lend a lot of eye appeal to a dreary winter day. Most ornamental grasses shouldn’t be pruned back until early spring, anyway! You can plan your winter landscapes for next season and enjoy your beautiful landscape year round.

Tammi Rogers is the Program Asst., Ag & Natural Resources & County Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator for OSU Extension Coshocton County

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• Eat more Vitamin B-rich foods: Brown rice and fresh vegetables, whole grains, legumes, soy products and nutritional yeast.

• Take Vitamin D supplement as D3 (cholecalciferol), not D2 (ergocalciferol) as this form is poorly absorbed.

Note: Avoid alcoholic drinks, nicotine, refined sugars, artificial sweeteners especially aspartame (NutraSweet) and caffeine.

Check your prescriptions, too. Some arthritis drugs inhibit the release of melatonin and may worsen SAD symptoms.

Light Therapy: Studies from the University of California at San Diego show that if the body is exposed for two to three hours of full-spectrum light, there is a 35 percent reduction in symptoms such as anxiety or hopelessness in only one week.

Other research shows just 30 minutes of exposure to bright light reduces symptoms for 60 percent to 80 percent SAD patients. Twenty minutes in bright sunlight manufactures 10,000 to 12,000 IUs of Vitamin D. Research published in the “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.”

Exercise Therapy: Try to get outdoor exercise, especially running, walking or jogging, for at least one hour a day. Exercise stirs up your natural brain endorphins, which are great mood enhancers.

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Winter Depression or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects over 35 million Americans. Lack of sunlight resulting in a reduced Vitamin D creation on the skin during winter can cause the body to overproduce melatonin, the sleep hormone.

This leads to extreme fatigue, depression and the desire to compensate for lack of energy by eating more carbohydrates for fuel.

It also decreases serotonin production, the brain that plays a role in sleep, mood, appetite and depression, sometimes leading to radical mood shifts. These depressive symptoms begin as early as September and can continue until spring.

SAD is most common in northern countries where winter sundays are the shortest. SAD also affects people who work in closed environments or the night shift. About 80 percent of SAD sufferers are women because they produce less serotonin than men.

One-third of bulimia patients also have SAD and tend to binge and purge more during fall and winter for this reason. Here’s a quick test to determine if you may have SAD. Do you: 1. Oversleep frequently or struggle to get out of bed, even when you get enough sleep more so during the winter months?

2. Feel lethargic or have poor concentration during the day?

3. Suffer from more eyestrain or headaches during the winter?

4. Have difficulty adjusting to cold weather?

5. Feel overwhelmed with simple tasks? Feel more anxious about things than normal?

6. Have unusually strong cravings for sweets or carbohydrates (especially heavy starches)?

7. Gain weight (up to 10 to15 pounds.) in the winter?

8. Feel depressed or have low-energy in the winter? Do short periods of sunlight noticeably lift your spirits?

9. Experience a summer high starting around June where you feel elated and full of energy? Though traveling to southern states or countries helps relieve symptoms temporarily, science is now validating natural treatments, which you can start immediately to conquer winter blues.

Diet Therapy: Many people don’t store Vitamin D very well, especially dark skinned people. In an Australian study, SAD patients, who took 800 IUs of Vitamin D3 daily, showed significant improvements in mood compared to those on a placebo.

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Home fall prevention checklist Floors: Look at the floor in each room.

Q: When you walk through a room, do you have to walk around furniture?

Ask someone to move the furniture so your path is clear.

Q: Do you have throw rugs on the floor?

Remove the rugs or use double-sided tape or a non-slip backing so the rugs won’t slip.

Q: Are there papers, books, towels, shoes, magazines, boxes, blankets, or other objects on the floor?

Pick up things that are on the floor. Always keep objects off the floor.

Q: Do you have to walk over or around wires or cords (like lamp, telephone, or extension cords)?

Coil or tape cords and wires next to the wall so you can’t trip over them. If needed, have an electrician put in another outlet.

Stairs and Steps: Look at the stairs you use both inside and outside your home.

Q: Are there papers, shoes, books, or other objects on the stairs?

Pick up things on the stairs. Always keep objects off stairs.

Q: Are some steps broken or uneven?

Fix loose or uneven steps.

Q: Are you missing a light over the stairway?

Have an electrician put in an overhead light at the top and bottom of the stairs.

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Q: Do you have only one light switch for your stairs (only at the top or at the bottom of the stairs)?

Have an electrician put in a light switch at the top and bottom of the stairs. You can get light switches that glow.

Q: Has the stairway light bulb burned out?

Have a friend or family member change the light bulb.

Q: Is the carpet on the steps loose or torn?

Make sure the carpet is firmly attached to every step, or remove the carpet and attach non-slip rubber treads to the stairs.

Q: Are the handrails loose or broken? Is there a handrail on only one side of the stairs?

Fix loose handrails or put in new ones. Make sure handrails are on both sides of the stairs and are as long as the stairs.

Kitchen: Look at your kitchen and eating area.

Q: Are the things you use often on high shelves?

Move items in your cabinets. Keep things you use often on the lower shelves (about waist level).

Q: Is your step stool unsteady?

If you must use a step stool, get one with a bar to hold on to.

Never use a chair as a step stool.

Bathrooms: Look at all your bathrooms.

Q: Is the tub or shower floor slippery?

Put a non–slip rubber mat or self–stick strips on the floor of the tub or shower.

Q: Do you need some support when you get in and out of the tub or up from the toilet?

Have a carpenter put grab bars inside the tub and next to the toilet.

Bedrooms: Look at all your bedrooms.

Q: Is the light near the bed hard to reach?

Place a lamp close to the bed where it’s easy to reach.

Q: Is the path from your bed to the bathroom dark?

Put in a night–light so you can see where you’re walking. Some night–lights go on by themselves after dark.

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2. Be careful how you get up – When you go from a lying to standing position don’t forget to sit. Take a minute to sit up and dangle your legs over the side of the bed and let your body catch up to your mind. The same goes for sitting to standing. Take a moment and scoot forward.

3. Carrying and reaching for items – Don’t try to carry handfuls of items through the house, reach for the top shelf in a cabinet or stand on a ladder or step stool. Make things you need easily accessible. Reaching/grabbing tools also can be helpful.

However, one of the most important tips Lofton could probably give someone is to not be afraid to ask for and seek help.

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It’s also a good idea to use one pharmacy for all your prescriptions.

“Sometimes pharmacists also can help you identify if something being added or subtracted can cause a problem,” Lofton said.

Proper footwear inside and outside also can keep you safe.

“We have a tendency to come home and want to take our shoes off and just be in our socks or stockings,” Lofton said. “When you do that you don’t have any support so you need to make sure you have something on with good gripping. Elderly people also tend to want to use their furniture or wall to help them move around. If you need a walking aid use it even if you are at home.”

When you are outside it’s important to have properly fitting shoes, ones with low heals and if it’s snowy and icy make sure they have good traction.

Other ways to stay safe outside are by keeping the pathways to your home clear, having properly applied gripper strips on steps and if you use a walking aid getting help to make sure it’s the right one for you.

“You want to make sure a walker or cane is properly fitted to your size and frame,” Lofton said. “Health Services can help you with this and making sure you are using it properly.”

Health Services also has a handyman service to help with jobs such as installing grab bars in the bathroom, can do physical and occupational therapy consultations and can help you work on enhancing access to your home.

Lofton also offered these tips to help avoid falls.

1. Exercise, exercise, exercise – There is that old adage that if you don’t use it you will lose it, but that doesn’t mean you have to run a marathon. If you are sitting in a chair do leg lifts. Anything like that will help you keep your mobility.

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COSHOCTON – A few minor changes can go a long way when it comes to living a healthier life.

“As health professionals we really push the fruits and vegetables,” said Coshocton Hospital’s Registered Dietitian Krista Mathews. “People can get annoyed with us over that, but a lot of times when you sit down to dinner you are starving. If you eat your fruits and vegetables first you are going to fill up faster and want less of the foods like mashed potatoes. Fruits and vegetables also are going to be your lowest calorie options.”

Another suggestion she gives people is to vary their protein.

“A lot of time people will come to us and say they really like hamburgers, but think we are telling them they can’t have them anymore,” Mathews said. “You just need to get the leanest meat or make substitutions like turkey burgers or veggie burgers.”

Another good idea is to watch your sodium intake. Mathews

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and Jen Bylaw, who is a dietetic technician at Coshocton Hospital, both advise people to watch the added sodium.

“Keep the shaker in the cupboard,” Bylaw said.

Another key to living a healthy life is proper hydration and trying to have at least eight cups of water a day. Other beverages like coffee, tea, alcoholic ones such as wine, and pop should be consumed in moderation.

“You should try to think water first and it is ok to not just have plain water and flavor it with something like lemon juice,” Mathews said.

The pair also encourages Boomers to get in the habit of doing cardiovascular workouts like walking and to not forget the weight bearing exercises to help prevent lean body mass loss.

“This will help keep your metabolism higher,” Mathews said.

“When you lose lean body mass you also are prone to more infections and fractures.”

Another piece of advice that Mathews had for Boomers specifically was not to be afraid to take care of themselves.

“A lot of Boomers have taken care of others their entire life and have a difficult time focusing on taking care of themselves,” she said. “They need to make that effort though for their family.

They want to be healthy so they can run around with their grandchildren. This also will help keep them out of the hospital and from getting sick.”

Mathews and Bylaw often have clients referred to them by doctors, but people wanting to learn more about proper nutrition are welcome to contact them to check on costs and possible insurance coverage.

“We will work with people and get them pointed in the right direction,” Mathews said. “We can invite them to classes that are offered at the hospital and even print information out for them.”

Most of all remember to not look at making changes to your eating habits as a diet, but a lifestyle change.

“Eating should be enjoyable and cooking should be fun,” Mathews said. “Don’t look at this as something negative, look at it as something positive. These changes also don’t have to be expensive. Find what you like and if things like frozen vegetables are on sale, stock up on them. We just have to learn to shop smarter.”

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Another pastime I enjoyed as a kid and still do today was feeding the birds. Dad built a feeder on the huge fir tree outside the front window and all kinds of birds came to it. But, one pair was really fun to watch, the crafty nuthatch and his “victim” the redbellied woodpecker. The woodpecker would carefully tuck seeds under the bark for safe keeping and when it left, the nuthatch would sneak down and steal it. This went on for a time, until the woodpecker hid and caught the nuthatch in the act. The chase was on and the game came to an end, but it was fun for us to watch.

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According to Tongco and Corder, one of the major health problems facing men locally is not only an unhealthy weight, but obesity coupled with smoking, which is the perfect recipe for a variety of health concerns including heart attacks, strokes, and cancer.

“Get up and move,” said Corder. “Get some type of daily exercise. Eat healthy, exercise, moderate your alcohol use, and avoid tobacco.”

Above all, listen to what your body is telling you. If you have chest pains, arm pain, frequent migraines, or any other health concerns, contact your family physician and schedule an appointment. Make this year the best year for your health.

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When I was in high school, my best friend Peggy Sue would sometimes come home with me on the weekends and if there was enough snow, we were out riding most of Saturday. Dimples, our basset/beagle mix loved to join us. For a long, short dog, she could take up that hill in a hurry and be waiting when we reached the top. Then we’d all pile on the sled with Dimples in front and go swishing down the hill. There was one hazard to sledding in a cow pasture, frozen cow patties! We found that out the hard way; as the sled runner hit one and Peggy Sue and I went tumbling off in different directions. We climbed up to see Dimples back end sticking out of a snow drift, tail wagging furiously! We dug her out and laughed as she went tearing back up the hill, ready to go again. We moved to another area of the hill too. Mom would have hot chocolate and either cookies or toast waiting when we got

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Volunteering is a great way to give back COSHOCTON – There are many organizations and agencies in Coshocton County who desperately need volunteers. This year, why not make it your new year’s resolution to get out and volunteer at an organization of your choice.

“It’s always wonderful for younger people to realize when they are older, they are still going to have purpose,” said Lynn Mizer, director of United Way. “These people still have something to give back to the community. We might learn something by sitting at their feet and listening.”

Volunteering is a great way to stay active physically and socially and make new friends. United Way is a great place to get started when looking for places in the county to volunteer. Their partner agencies are listed on their website at coshoctonunitedway.org/CommunityPartners/Partners.

“Every non-profit agency has a different way to volunteer and some rely solely on volunteers to be run,” said Mizer.

Another good place to start looking for volunteer ideas is at the Coshocton County Senior Center through the Coshocton Senior Volunteer Program. Formerly known as Retired Senior Volunteer Program, this organization has 140 volunteers with 30 being under the age of 60. They place volunteers throughout the community where volunteers are most needed. Currently, they have 20 non-profit worksites.

“Anyone who is wanting and willing to help the community and share their skills and interests is welcome to volunteer,” said

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Volunteers can work as little or as much as they want and there are instructors at each worksite to guide you through your job. If you are interested, contact Shryock at 622-4852 or fill out a form at the Senior Center. Shryock will provide each applicant with a list of the 20 worksites and each volunteer can chose where they would like to work. Applicants will be interviewed by Shryock and also by another person at the worksite.

In addition to working out in the community, volunteers also help at the Senior Center in food distribution and the mobile food market.

“I’m very grateful for all the volunteers who have worked and given their time and energy back to the community,” said Shryock.

The Coshocton Senior Volunteer Program is sponsored by Kno-Ho-Co and funded through the Coshocton Senior Levy and United Way. For those who are more interested in being outdoors and working with nature, consider becoming a Master Gardener volunteer. Master Gardeners are very active in the community and host seminars and programs educating the public on the best practices of gardening.

To become a Master Gardener, volunteers must fill out an application with references and pass a fingerprint background check. They also must complete a minimum of 50 hours of class time and a minimum of 50 hours volunteering in training for one year. Once you become a Master Gardener, you must be comfortable answering question about gardening to the general public.

Master Gardeners volunteer in a variety of ways throughout the community. They may help out at Clary Gardens by labelling plants, collecting data at Lake Park that has been used nationally for the last 10 years, speak at other organizations or in schools about gardening techniques, and even spending time at the Farmer’s Market.

Master Gardeners will not be accepting new volunteers until next year, but they will still be hosting classes and seminars that you can attend and ask questions if you are interested in becoming a Master Gardener next year. Their next workshop is Feb. 17 at the County Services Building in Room 145 at 6:30 p.m. Registration is due one week before the workshop.

The fee to get started is $120 and includes all educational materials. Classes cover the basics of botany, soil, invasive plants, and other gardening information.

“Master Gardeners in Coshocton County do a fantastic job,” said Tammi Rogers, coordinator of the Master Gardeners. “If anyone has a question, feel free to come to one of our sponsored classes or if you know a Master Gardener, ask one of us.”

To find more ways you can volunteer in the community, a good place to start is the Coshocton County United Way website at coshoctonunitedway.org/CommunityPartners/Partners.aspx.

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Chicken Pot Pie Recipe courtesy of Ina Garten Ingredients: 3 whole (6 split) chicken breasts, bone-in, skin-on 3 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 5 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade 2 chicken bouillon cubes 12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter 2 cups yellow onions, chopped (2 onions) 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 cups medium-diced carrots, blanched for 2 minutes 1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas (2 cups) 1 1/2 cups frozen small whole onions 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley leaves For the pastry: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 1/4 pound cold unsalted butter, diced 1/2 to 2/3 cup ice water 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash Flaked sea salt and cracked black pepper Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet and rub them with olive oil. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, or until cooked through. Set aside until cool enough to handle, then remove the meat from the bones and discard the skin. Cut the chicken into large dice. You will have 4 to 6 cups of cubed chicken.

In a small saucepan, heat the chicken stock and dissolve the bouillon cubes in the stock. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter and sauté the onions over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until translucent. Add the flour and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add the hot chicken stock to the sauce. Simmer over low heat for 1 more minute, stirring, until thick. Add 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and heavy cream. Add the cubed chicken, carrots, peas, onions and parsley.

Mix well.

For the pastry, mix the flour, salt, and baking powder in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Add the shortening and butter and mix quickly with your fingers until each piece is coated with flour. Pulse 10 times, or until the fat is the size of peas.

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This chicken pot pie recipe is great for cold winter days. You can use up leftover chicken and vegetables to create a warm and comforting meal for those cold winter nights! This recipe is from Ina Garten and is written to perfection for a great meal. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Warm winter blessings, may you all stay healthy and warm for the New Year.

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Looking for a way to heat things up this winter? Visit the library and check out a romantic movie. Then order a pizza and snuggle up with your honey for a cozy (and cheap) date night.

According to the American Film Institute’s list of the top 100 romantic films of all time, “Casablanca,” starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, is number one. In a nutshell, it’s about a man and woman who are in love, but sacrifice their love for a higher cause.

Released in 1943 a few weeks after the allied invasion of North Africa, “Casablanca” won three Academy Awards for best picture, director, and screenplay. Its main characters, memorable lines, and theme song have all become iconic. The film has consistently ranked near the top of lists of the greatest films of all time.

Here are the other films from AFI’s top 10: “Gone With the Wind” (1939); “West Side Story” (1961); “Roman Holiday” (1952); “An Affair to Remember” (1957); “The Way We Were” (1973); “Dr. Zhivago” (1965); “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946); “Love Story” (1970); and “City Lights” (1931).

An interesting note of trivia: The stars who made the most appearances in the top 100 were Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn.

In addition to these classic films, you might enjoy a more modern approach to romance. Surprisingly, there are quite a few romantic movies featuring mature characters. This is undoubtedly due to the Baby Boomer influence. Boomers want to see movies about people their own age, dealing with the similar life situations. I think you’ll find these movies to be smart, thoughtful, entertaining,

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and of course, romantic: “Hope Springs” (Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones); “As Good as it Gets” (Jack Nicholson and Helen Hunt); “Something’s Gotta Give” (Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton); “Last Chance Harvey” (Dustin Hoffman and Emma Thompson); “It’s Complicated” (Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin, and Steve Martin); “And So It Goes” (Diane Keaton and Michael Douglas); and “Enough Said” (James Gandolfini and Julia Louis-Dreyfus).

And for something a little different, you might enjoy Richard Linklaters “Before” trilogy. The first film, “Before Sunrise” (1995) introduces a young couple, Jesse and Celine (played by Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy), as they meet on a train in Vienna and spend a passionate 24 hours together. “Before Sunset” (2004), picks up the story nine years later when Jesse and Celine’s paths intersect once again, this time in Paris. In the final film, “Before Midnight” (2013), we meet Jesse and Celine, now married, as they vacation in Greece.

The movies focus on conversations between the two characters as they explore the nature of love and long term commitment. The films have a “real life” feel to them, as we watch the characters age and see how they handle their more complicated lives.

For more romantic films, visit the Library, or call us at 6220956. If we don’t have what you want, we can order it for you.

As with all of our DVDs, there’s no rental fee and you get to keep them for seven days.

Holli Rainwater is the outreach coordinator at the Coshocton Public Library.

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