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Now & Then
Health
Dangers Associated with Atrial Fibrillation
Wellness
Amazing Facts About Honey
Local Feature The Inferno
Movies & Television
Fun, Excitement, and Thrills at the Fair
Home
Easy Ways to Clean Up Leaves
Travel
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health
Dangers Associated with
Atrial Fibrillation Atrial fibrillation, commonly known as AFib, is a heart condition characterized by a quivering or irregular heartbeat, called arrhythmia, says the American Heart Association. Millions of people across the globe currently live with AFib.
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hen a person has AFib, the heart’s two upper chambers, known as the atria, beat chaotically and do not coordinate with the two lower chambers, states the Mayo Clinic. AFib can cause heart palpitations, shortness of breath and weakness. AFib is not often lifethreatening, and symptoms may come and go. However, side effects of the condition can be dangerous. AFib often results in poor blood flow, which can cause pooling of blood in the atria. The AHA notes that the risks of clotting increase as blood pool. If a clots forms in the atria, it can be pumped out of the heart and reach the brain, potentially blocking off the blood supply to an artery in the brain. This is known as an embolic stroke. AFib also can reduce the heart’s pumping capacity. An otherwise healthy heart may be able to compensate for this reduction in efficiency. But those with damaged heart muscle or valves cannot. AFib can trigger breathlessness and exercise intolerance and potentially coronary artery disease, offers Harvard Medical School. Other problems from poor pumping
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can cause blood to back up into the pulmonary veins, the vessels that return oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to the heart. This can cause fluid in the lungs. Fluid also can build up in the feet, ankles and legs. There are various potential causes for AFib, including the following conditions: • high blood pressure • abnormal heart valves • previous heart attack • congenital heart defects • overactive thyroid • exposure to stimulants • previous heart surgery • lung disease Some people with AFib do not have any heart defects or damage, and the cause is unclear. The Mayo Clinic says treatment goals for AFib include resetting the rhythm or controlling the rate of the atrial valves, known as cardioversion. This can be done electrically or through the use of drugs. Sometimes, other therapies to control atrial fibrillation do not work. In these cases, a doctor may recommend a procedure to destroy the area of heart tissue that’s causing the erratic electrical signals and restore the heart to a normal rhythm. Medication to prevent blood clots and reduce the risk for stroke often are prescribed. Atrial fibrillation can be scary, but it’s manageable and the life-threatening side effects that may accompany it oftentimes can be mitigated.
WELLNESS
Amazing Facts About Honey is perhaps best known for its sweet taste. But beneath that sweetness is a complex, healthy food.
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ees produce honey from the pollen of plants through a complex enzymatic process, turning it into the beloved golden nectar. Many properties make honey a unique food that is not just tasty, but also quite healthy. Here are some facts about honey that might get you buzzing. • When stored in an airtight container, honey can last indefinitely. The substance is naturally acidic and low in moisture, which means it is an inhospitable environment for bacteria. There are small amounts of hydrogen peroxide in honey as well, inhibiting the growth of microorganisms. (Source: Tin Roof Teas) • Honey has antibacterial properties, so it has been relied on as a health food and topical treatment. Burns, cuts, infections, stomach ailments, and more have been treated with honey. (Source: National Center for Biotechnology Information) • Honey is the only food source produced by an insect that humans eat. (Source: Peace Bee Farmer) • Mead is a fermented beverage that is made from honey. It has a storied history as a beverage of choice in many different cultures. (Source: Hidden Legend Winery) • Honey is the only food that includes all the substances necessary to sustain life. This includes enzymes, vitamins and minerals. It also contains pinocembrin, a unique antioxidant associated with improved brain function. (Source: Sirhowy Valley Honey) • A honey bee produces roughly 1⁄12 of a teaspoon of honey over the course of its life. Bees are not the only insect to make honey, however. The honey wasp, native to
Mexico, also can produce honey. (Sources: Golden Blossom Honey and Inverse) • Honey will take on the flavor of the nectar from which it was made. This nectar also will affect the color and the consistency of the honey. (Source: National Honey Board) Honey has a sweet and rich history. At times honey has been referred to as “the nectar of the gods,” and it is still enjoyed for pleasure and medicinal reasons today.
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Local Feature
the inferno by Dan Paulun
There was a mine fire that the miners called “The Inferno” that brought a “hell on earth” to part of Ohio between Shawnee and New Straitsville. What follows is an attempt to reveal the true story about “The Inferno.” The New Straitsville Mining Company founded New Straitsville in the early 1870’s as a company town to serve its coal mines. Mine work was a job filled with much danger. Workers faced the risk of cave-ins, fires, explosions, and poisonous gas. In spite of these dangers, pay for mine workers was quite low. Coal mine operators often forced their employees to live in company towns where they had to pay high rent to the owners. Because they had to buy their food from the company store where prices were high, miners often went into debt to their bosses. In 1884, the coal miners were being paid 70 cents per hour and were offered work of only one to ten days per month. On June 20,1884, the miners were notified by the company of a wage reduction to 60 cents an hour. This offer was rejected by the area’s nearly 3,000 miners who went on strike on June 23. This strike is now known as the Hocking Valley Coal Strike, which idled miners in 46 area mines. Replacement workers began
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working in the mines of July 14. Throughout the strike, which lasted until March 10, 1885, there were numerous disturbances, which caused the Ohio Governor to send four companies of the Ohio militia into the area between August 31 and October 3, 1884, to help maintain peace. On either October 11 or 13, 1884, a group of men at night seized a number of loaded mine cars on a tipple at New Straitsville, poured oil on them, set them on fire and sent them down five different shafts a mile or so underground. Within 24 hours the workings near the town were alive with flames, and within a week the fire was completely out of control. Whether the men who started this fire were “strikers” or “anti-union miners” is uncertain. No one was ever arrested for starting the fire. Reported in 1918: “A part of New Straitsville is being undermined by the fire. A school house was recently condemned and abandoned because of being directly over a section invaded by flames. A short distance from where the school house stands, smoke curls from a mine crater.” Reported in 1922: “The blaze is an inferno, and the draft forces the flames nearly 100 feet, and it can be seen for miles along the hills, resembling a volcano. It is said that the wall of fire extends more than three miles…. There are great fissures in the earth new New Straitsville as a result of the fire.” In the first 50 years of burning, it was estimated that the mine fire of the Shawnee-New Straitsville area spread over an area of six square miles and consumed millions of tons of coal, worth about $50,000,000. By 1936, many acres of woods and farmland had been ruined, some homes hurriedly abandoned, paved highways had caved in, and a church building had been imperiled. People reported that the water in wells were boiling, that highways got so hot
that one could cook eggs on them, and that farmers in the area were able to dig baked potatoes from the ground. In about 1936, pupils of New Straitsville’s $80,000 school complained of the heat, even though the furnace was out. It was discovered that the underground fire was within 25 feet of the building. An emergency crew dug through the basement and around the foundation, removed the smoldering coal and saved the building. In the summer of 1936 an area man discovered that his cistern—his only source of water—had suddenly and unaccountably gone dry. Even as he investigated, the cistern began to emit smoke. Then the terra cotta casing which projected from the cistern began to crack. With the help of neighbors, the man fled the house, and shortly afterward the cistern became a belching chimney. An area farmer was driving his horses home from pasture, and he saw his prize mare stumble and sink almost head first into a fiery chasm. Unable to help the animal, he turned his head away to prevent him from seeing the horse being roasted alive. During the mid-thirties the Depression-born Work Progress Administration, employing about 300 men, failed in three separate projects to extinguish the mine fire. The mine fire became a tourist attraction. The tour companies capitalized on the fame of the mine fire. The companies charged twenty-five cents per person to
"Mine Fire" signs were posted along Ohio Route 216 near New Straitsville cautioning travelers of potential dangers (subsidence and smoke) from an underground coal mine fire. Date unknown. Photo courtesy of The Plain Dealer.
In around 1997 there was a report of smoke rising from a pit in the earth in the Shawnee—New Straitsville area—112 years after the fire was started. Is “The Inferno” still burning? Many people say “no,” but some say “maybe.” You be the judge. “The Inferno” was featured in the NBC Red radio network program “Believe it or Not” on Feb. 5, 1938, and in the Nov.25, 1996, “Ripley’s Believe it or Not!” nationally syndicated newspaper panel strip cartoon. The town of New Straitsville considers itself the birthplace of the United Mine Workers of America, although Columbus claims the official founding onJ an.25, 1870. Today New Straitsville proclaims itself as “The Moonshine Capital of the World.”
Heat generated from the underground coal-mine fire near New Straitsville could boil water for instant coffee and cook eggs in a frying pan. Date unknown. Photo courtesy of The Plain Dealer.
view the effects of the fire. To enhance the visual effects, the companies would dump tires into pits in the ground so that the flames would burn higher and create more smoke, and hid fans in a cave to make the fire burn brighter. Local children were hired to fry eggs and percolate coffee over burning cracks. Tourists were shown boiling streams where one could make coffee quickly, cracks in the earth from which enough heat poured out that one could fry an egg in a frying pan, and places where one could see flowers blooming in the winter, and very dry and charred soil in the summer. The tourism business died, but “The Inferno” did not. The mine fire caused a portion of Ohio Route 216 southeast of New Straitsville to subside and buckle in 1959. This resulted in the posting of “MINE FIRES” highway signs and requiring the construction of a new highway to bypass the affected area.
Sources
Burke, James L. and Davison, Kenneth E. Ohio’s Heritage Revised. 1992 book, page 106. Crowell, Douglas L. History of the Coal Mining Industry. 1995 book, pages 90, 92, and 94. Ellison, Evelyn. “Appalachia Rises,” Ohio magazine: September 1996. Hartmann, Martin. “The Return of Straitsville Special,” Now & Then magazine: 2014 issue. Pohlen, Jerome. Oddball Ohio. 2004 book, page 196. Schmidt, J.K. “Ohio WPA Fights World’s Costliest Coal Fire,” Cleveland Plain Dealer: February 28, 1937 Taylor, Tiffany. “The World’s Greatest Underground Mine Fire,” Southeast Ohio magazine: Spring 1999.
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Movies & Television
Fun, Excitement and Thrills at the Fair by Randy Wilson Now & TheN Contributor
I watched Ma and Pa Kettle at the Fair (1952) again yesterday, as I generally do every year at fair time. Do not expect a profound masterpiece here; the humor and some of the jokes are telegraphed, but you will laugh your head off anyway. Pa thinks up several ways to earn money to help his daughter, Rosie, with her collage expenses. Probably the funniest is when he gets the bright idea to apply for unemployment. Rosie reminds Pa that one has to have worked before one can get unemployment. Apparently the only work Pa has ever done is to sire his brood of 14 children. The brokendown old mare that Pa has been tricked into “purchasing” has a secret that turns her into a real terror, and here we find one of those “telegraphed” jokes. “Emma” runs away with Ma at the reins, and they charge across a plowed field straight toward a scarecrow. You will just know what is going to happen, but I just about collapse in gales of laughter when it does—twice! The writers of this seven film series used similar
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situations more than once, such as in one where the farm animals get into the moonshine, and, in this case, when a couple of crows pick at Ma’s cementbaked loaves of bread and the obvious happens here, too! Ma and Pa Kettle at the Fair is a worthy member in the series, so just settle back and enjoy the yuks as Marjorie Main and Percy Kilbride lead the hilarious backwoods brood to the county fair as Ma enters the bread and pie competition and Pa enters the horse races…all in hopes of raising tuition money for their college bound daughter (Lori Nelson). Jim Best co-stars. A couple more county fair themed movies include County Fair (1950) "Ma" Ryan (Florence Bates), who runs a burger stand at the county fair, asks daughter Loretta (Jane Nigh)
to put a bet on a horse that Loretta's boyfriend Tommy (Warren Douglas) is riding. Unfortunately, Loretta mistakenly places the bet on the wrong horse. When she discovers her error she tries to get the cashier to exchange the ticket for the horse she wanted, but the cashier refuses. Peter Brennan (Rory Calhoun), standing in back of her in line, buys the ticket for the horse Loretta wants and then exchanges it with her. It turns out that Peter is from a wealthy family that owns racehorses, and Peter is a horse trainer himself. He soon begins to fall for Loretta, and Tommy doesn't like it one bit. Complications ensue. Country Fair (1941) is an American comedy film directed by Frank McDonald and written by Dorrell McGowan and Stuart E. McGowan. The film stars Eddie Foy, Jr., June Clyde, Guinn "Big Boy" Williams, William Demarest, Harold Huber and Ferris Taylor. Now to the state fair with a movie so popular it was made three times! State Fair (1933) with Janet Gaynor, Will Rogers and Lew Ayres as an Iowa family who finds adventure, love and heartbreak when they spend a week at the state fair. State Fair (1945) with Jeanne Crain, Dana Andrews and Dick Haymes as The Frake Family of which each member has its own reason for attending the Iowa State Fair and State Fair (1962) with Pat Boone, Bobby Darin and Pamela Tiffin as Texan farmers the Frake family who head for the Texas State Fair in Dallas. The parents are focused on winning the competitions for livestock and cooking. However, their restless daughter Margy and her brother Wayne meet attractive new love interests. The three versions are similar, yet different in many ways which you’ll see while watching. You might even discover some similarities to the Ma & Pa Kettle film. Not to be left out is the world’s fair with It Happened at the World’s Fair (1963) Mike (Elvis Presley) and Danny (Gary Lockwood) fly a crop duster, but because of Danny's gambling debts, a local sheriff seizes it. Trying to earn money, they hitch-hike to the World's Fair in Seattle. While Danny tries to earn money playing poker, Mike takes care of a small girl, Sue-Lin (Vicky Tiu) who’s Uncle Walter (Kam Tong) has disappeared. Being a ladies' man, he also finds the time to court a young nurse, Diane (Joan O’Brien). Three memorable scenes featuring fairs include The Sandlot (1993) where the kids head to the fair for shenanigans and fun. One of the funniest is the tilt-a-whirl scene…you can guess what happened there. Strangers on
a Train (1951) Bruno and Guy, two strangers that met on a train, formulate a plan…… for murder. Bruno will kill Guy’s abusive wife, while Guy will kill Bruno’s father. Things don’t go as planned and Guy backs out of the deal, but Bruno has already fulfilled his part of the arrangement. Seriously, check this movie out if you haven’t. Anyways, the story culminates in a fight…on a carousel?! Only Alfred Hitchcock could tell it this way. Lastly is Grease (1978) Danny and Sandy met over the summer. After singing about it, they try to find out if they can rekindle that love. Well of course they do. At the end of the film they enjoy a day at the fair and we realize that Danny and Sandy really DO go together like rama lama lama ka dinga da dinga dong in one of the largest carnival scenes ever. On a local note, a faithful reader, Elton Boyer, gave me some interesting facts on the 1936 and 1937 Wayne County Fair. The fair was four big days and four big nights and more into mid-September than it is now. Visitors were promised fun, excitement and thrills at Wayne County’s big fair! The interesting thing was over $1,000 in cash prizes plus two new cars were to be given away in 1936 and over $2,000 cash (no cars this year) in 1937. How you ask? All you had to do was visit a vast list of participating Wayne County merchants, make a purchase or payment to your account and you would be given an entry coupon for every 25c you spent. Prizes in various amounts were awarded for first and second places twice a day all four days of the fair. Remember any of these names Wooster Tire Sales, Jolliff & Messmore, Martin & McClelland Texaco, City Book Store, Beulah Bechtel Shop, Nobil’s Shoes, The Wm Annat Co., H. Freedlander Co., Nick Amster, The Ideal Dairy, The Sweet Clover Dairy, S.H. Boyd Co., Texas Market, Wooster Cash Market, Lee’s Grocery, Alvin Rich & Co., Aunt Molly’s Restaurant, Lincoln Highway Feed Mill, Younker’s Garage, Leedy Bros. and this was just a few of the places where you could pick up entry coupons. The Wayne County Agricultural Society promised a full program of entertainment everyday day and every night of the fair and 1937’s fair would be a bigger and better fair than ever! Wouldn’t it be fun to bring back the give-away promotion even for one year.
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to clean up leaves Autumn is marked by colorful foliage and plummeting temperatures. Once those leaves reach peak color, they fall from the branches and collect on lawns, necessitating cleanup projects. For homeowners with big yards, such a project can be tiring and time-consuming. However, there are ways to make leaf cleanup easier.
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One of the easiest ways to clean up leaves is to reach for a lawn mower rather than a rake. The mower will cut leaves down to smaller sizes, creating an effective mulch that can add nutrients back into the lawn. Davey, a lawn and landscape solutions service, says that mowed leaves also can be collected in a mower bag and added to garden beds or compost piles. For those who prefer manual raking, select a rake with tines that will not skewer the leaves in the process. Big rakes also can make faster work of gathering leaves into piles. The home improvement resource The Family Handyman advocates for the use of a lawn sweeper. This is a manual device that has a rotating sweeping brush that gathers up lawn debris and leaves into an attached hopper bag. Like mowed leaves, the bag can be emptied into a compost pile or distributed where needed. Raking leaves onto a large tarp is another option. Once it’s full, the tarp can be taken to the curb where many towns will collect the leaves seasonally. Otherwise, the tarp can be used as a funnel to put leaves into a gardening bag or another appropriate receptacle. Leaf blowers remain a fast option for cleaning up yards, but they require electricity or gas and can be noisy. Still, they are a popular choice for large landscapes or when quick work needs to be made of leaf clean-up. Leaves will fall in autumn, but luckily homeowners have various methods at their disposal to tame the mess.
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The wilderness is awe-inspiring. The great outdoors is a wonder to behold, and each year millions of people experience the great outdoors firsthand, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
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he popularity of outdoor activities is perhaps the greatest testament to the beauty of nature. According to the Outdoor Industry Association®, roughly half of the United States population ages six and over participated in at least one outdoor activity in 2017. Statistics Canada notes that the great outdoors is perhaps even more popular just north of the U.S., where nearly seven in 10 Canadians participated in outdoor or wilderness activities in 2016. As breathtaking as the wilderness can be, it also can be dangerous. Safety is of paramount importance when spending time in the wilderness. Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorsman or a novice experiencing the wilderness for the first time, accidents can happen. Preparation can help people avoid potentially life-threatening situations in the wilderness. In fact, the U.S. Forest Service notes that the most effective way to prevent mishaps in the wilderness is to adequately prepare for a trip into the wild. The following tips, courtesy of the USFS, can help make trips into the wilderness safer. • Never go it alone. The USFS advises against going it alone in the wilderness. Without a travel companion, outdoor enthusiasts may find themselves without any help in the case of emergencies like injuries or accident. The USFS recommends traveling in groups no smaller than four people when visiting remote areas. In such instances, one person can stay behind with an injured friend while the others leave to seek help. In addition, never travel to a remote area without being accompanied by someone who’s familiar with that area. • Share your itinerary. Leave a detailed copy of your
itinerary with someone who won’t be joining you. Include details like the make, year and license plate number of your vehicle as well as the equipment you’re bringing. List the weather you’re anticipating on your itinerary and where you’re planning to go, including trail names, if possible. If unexpected and dangerous weather rolls in, the person holding your itinerary can alert local forestry professionals. • Be in good physical condition. The wilderness is a challenging place, so only those with the skills and the physical ability to negotiate it should attempt to do so. When planning a trip, design it with the weakest member of your group in mind. People with medical conditions should discuss their plans with their physicians prior to entering the wilderness. • Stick to developed trails. Footing near cliffs can be difficult, and nearby trees and shrubs might not be reliable sources of support. So stick to developed trails or dry, solid rock areas that provide adequate footing. • Study the forecast. Study the forecast and any predictions that might affect conditions on the day(s) of your trip. Weather can change quickly in the wilderness, so make sure to pack the appropriate attire for any potential weather suggested in the forecast. • Learn basic first aid. Basic first aid can save lives. Learn how to identify and treat injuries and illness. Contact a local parks department to learn the basics. The wilderness is an awe-inspiring yet sometimes dangerous place. For more tips on wilderness safety, visit the U.S. Forest Service at www.fs.fed.us.
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Recipes
Spicy Peach and Bacon
Salad
Serves: 4
Hands on time 20 minutes
Ingredients: 6 strips applewood-smoked bacon 6 peaches, pitted and cut into wedges ½ cup roasted peanuts, chopped 1 (0.75-ounce) package fresh mint, leaves chopped ½ serrano chile, very thinly sliced ¹∕₃ cup extra-virgin olive oil Juice of 1 lime Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Directions: 1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. On a parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange the bacon with at least one inch of space in between each slice. Bake until the bacon is crisp, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly. Once the bacon is cool enough to handle, chop into one-inch pieces. 3. In a large bowl, combine the peaches, peanuts, mint and chile with the cooked bacon. Add the olive oil and lime juice and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Recipes
Corn Souffle
Serves: 6
Hands on time 10 minutes
Ingredients:
Directions:
3 large eggs ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 ½ teaspoons salt 1 ¹⁄₈ teaspoons baking powder 3 cups heavy cream 2 cups fresh or frozen and thawed yellow corn 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. 2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs and sugar at medium speed until lightened, 3 minutes. Add the flour, salt and baking powder and continue to beat for 3 minutes. Stir in the cream, corn and melted butter until combined. 3. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake until lightly browned, puffed, and just set in the center, to 45 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
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Recipes
King Ranch Casserole
Hands on time 30 minutes
Serves: 8
Ingredients:
Directions:
2 tablespoons salted butter 1 large onion, chopped 1½ poblano peppers, chopped (about 3/4 cup) 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup ½ cup chicken broth 1 (10-ounce) can Ro-Tel Original Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper Freshly ground black pepper 12 (8-inch) corn tortillas 4 cups chopped, cooked chicken (see note) 8 ounces shredded medium cheddar cheese
1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees. 2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium high heat. Add the onion and poblano peppers and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and translucent, about 7 minutes. 3. In a large bowl, combine the soups, Ro-Tel, broth, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and cayenne. Stir to combine and season to taste with pepper. 4. Stack and cut the tortillas into four equal pieces. Quartered is best for round baking dishes; strips are best for rectangular or square dishes. 5. Evenly spread half of the chicken across the bottom of a 3-quart casserole dish. Top with half of the soup mixture, followed by half of the tortillas, then half of the onion mixture and, finally, half of the cheese. Repeat with the remaining ingredients in the same order. 6. Bake, covered, for 25 minutes. Remove the cover and continue baking until the cheese is browned and the casserole is bubbly, about 10 minutes. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
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Recipes
Double Crust
Peach Cobbler
Hands on time 30 minutes
Ingredients: Cobbler
2 pie crusts, rolled into 10-inch squares 1 cup cold water ½ cup cornstarch ¼ cup peach brandy ²∕₃ cup light brown sugar, packed ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon nutmeg ¼ teaspoon salt 30 ounces frozen peaches, thawed
Caramel Topping ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter 1 tablespoon cold water 1 ½ cups walnuts, coarsely chopped
Directions: 1. To make the cobbler: Heat the oven to 275 degrees. Spray an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with cooking spray. 2. Fit one piecrust securely in the pan, lining the sides as well as the bottom. Make sure to seal all tears in the dough. Bake until dough is soft and looks "melted," 10 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack and increase the
Serves: 9 oven to 350 degrees. 3. In a large saucepan, whisk together the water and cornstarch. Whisk in the peach brandy. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture is thick and goes from white to translucent. The mixture will pull away from the sides and bottom of the pan. Whisk in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt until smooth and the sugar has dissolved. The mixture will be very thick. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in the peaches. 4. Pour the peach mixture into the cooked crust and cover with the top crust. Press down lightly on the top crust, tucking it around the filling, and carefully fit edges together for a complete seal. Don't worry if it doesn't look smooth, the mixture will be covered completely with the topping. Make sure there is about an inch of space left on top. If not, gently press the dough down. Bake until the crust is golden brown, about 1 hour. 5. About 15 minutes before the cobbler is ready, make the topping: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and butter, place over low heat, and whisk until melted. Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a boil. Add the water. The mixture will bubble wildly. Continue to whisk until smooth. 6. When the cobbler is done, remove the topping from the heat and fold in walnuts. Pour over the top crust of cobbler. Serve hot.
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Score Deals Coupons enable cost-conscious consumers to save money on the goods and services they frequently use. As a marketing tool, coupons can help drive up sales and promote brand or store loyalty, leading to an increase in repeat customers.
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he first coupon issued in the United States was believed to be a ticket for a free glass of CocaCola, issued in 1888. Grape Nuts soon followed, offering one cent coupons for discounts on cereal. Today, billions of dollars are saved thanks to the use of retail and manufacturer coupons. Although coupons help people save money, they also serve as important market research tools and a means to advertise products. Today, coupons come in many different forms. According to the coupon provider RedPlum, 76 percent of coupon-seekers utilize newspapers as their primary sources for deals and coupons. Coupon book publishers and those that produce coupon magazine vouchers still promote paper coupons, which remain popular among consumers. However, thanks to the ever-growing popularity of mobile phones, digital coupons have carved out a place in the retail environment. Savvy shoppers use both traditional and digital coupons to earn big savings, according to Valassis, one of the nation’s leading media and marketing services. Digital coupon is a broad term used to represent various deals offered in digital form. Rather than clipping paper coupons, shoppers can access online and in-store discounts in various ways. Some of the coupons available to consumers include: • Downloaded coupons: These types of coupons
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can be downloaded from a company’s website, through email or through social media. • Mobile coupons: Mobile coupons are created by ecommerce platforms to drive mobile shopping. • Coupon codes: Shopping online has contributed to the rise of coupon codes. A code is entered at the point of sale, and the discount is automatically deducted. • Loaded coupons: One of the more popular ways to redeem digital coupons, particularly those offered by supermarkets and other high-volume retailers, is to “load” coupons to a smartphone through an applicable store app. Shoppers often create an account that is tied to their store’s loyalty card number. By browsing the online circular or sales/coupons listed in the app, consumers can select the deals they want to load to their accounts. The deals are then redeemed at checkout either by scanning a code or automatically when the loyalty card is activated at the register. Just like traditional paper coupons, digital coupons feature expiration dates. Many such coupons are only redeemable once and are not subject to doubling unless advertised. For time-strapped individuals, digital coupons can be an efficient way to save on products without worrying about forgetting paper coupons at home. However, paper coupons still are widely available and continue to dominate the discount market.
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Protect your plants from winter... Winter might not be conducive to gardening, but the arrival of cold weather does not necessarily mean a gardener’s work is done until the following spring. Taking steps to protect plants from winter weather is an important part of maintaining a healthy garden that thrives from year to year. Timing is of the essence when winterizing a garden. The online gardening resource Get Busy Gardening!TM advises gardeners that the best time to winterize is after the first hard freeze in the fall. A hard freeze occurs when temperatures dip below freezing overnight. When that occurs, annual plants and vegetables are killed off and perennial plants, which grow back year after year, begin going dormant. Better Homes and Gardens notes that perennials are the easiest plants to prepare for winter, as they require just a little cutting back and mulching to be safe from cold weather. But no two perennials are alike, so homeowners should consult their local gardening center for advice on how to prepare their particular perennials for the coming months. The steps necessary to winterize annuals depends on which type of annuals, cool- or warm-climate, you have. Cool-climate annuals should be covered with polyspun
garden fabric when light frost is in the forecast. In addition, Better Homes and Gardens recommends pulling dead annuals and adding them to a compost pile after a killing frost. Any annuals that developed fungal disease should be discarded. Mulch annual beds with a three- to four-inch layer of chopped leaves or similar materials, spreading the mulch only two inches thick over self-sown seeds you want to germinate in the spring. Warm-climate annuals also should be covered with polyspun garden fabric when light frost is expected. Seeds of cold-hardy annuals can be planted for extended winter bloom, while gardeners also can collect seeds of warm-weather plants that will breed true to type. Even though you’re winterizing, Better Homes and Gardens recommends that gardeners continue to weed and water their plant beds and plants while also keeping an eye out for pests. If organic mulch has decomposed or thinned out, replace it with a new layer. Get Busy Gardening! TM notes that the bulbs of tender plants like dahlias and tuberous begonias can be dug up and overwintered in their dormant state. All dead foliage should be removed after the bulbs have been dug up, and the bulbs should be allowed to dry out a little before being stored. Container gardeners can overwinter their tender bulbs in their pots inside, but be sure to remove their foliage and store them in a dark, cool place that maintains temperatures above freezing. Winterizing may mark the end of gardening season, but it’s an important task that can ensure a healthy, beautiful garden next spring, summer and fall.
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Wellness
Appointment companions
a smart move
Visits to a physician are just one step people make in an effort to improve their well-being. While it’s important that everyone visit their physicians at least once a year for a checkup, seniors may need to see their physicians more frequently than other age groups. When visiting the doctor, it is easy for anyone to miss important components of what the doctor is saying, and it’s just as easy to misunderstand certain instructions or medication information. Seniors who bring companions along to appointments with their physicians can reduce the risk of misunderstanding advice or diagnoses given by their doctors. Data from U.S. News and World Report states that about one-third of seniors still living on their own take a companion with them to their routine doctor’s office visits. Companions are typically spouses, but they can include children or other family members as well. Patients may find there are many advantages to bringing someone along to an appointment. And companions may want to learn more about patients’ goals at each appointment prior to going along so they can prepare and know how to help during the appointment.
Listen
People tend to forget at least half of what they hear in the doctor’s office, says the Archives of Internal Medicine. This tendency may be increased when patients are nervous about the potential outcome of their visits.
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Bringing a companion along means that both people are actively listening. Together, the information they’ve heard can combine to provide a full account of the visit.
Taking notes
Companions can jot down important notes about the appointment, such as dates and times for follow-up visits, medication advice and any other instructions that may be forgotten once the patient leaves the office. Companions can later translate the jargon-heavy language of a physician into an understandable language the patient can fully understand.
Medical history
Sometimes a companion can be a useful resource, calling a doctor’s attention to a patient’s prior hospitalizations and illnesses. Companions can even call attention to any medications the patient is currently taking.
Serving as an advocate
Very often a companion can operate as a patient advocate, clarifying questions or getting further information out of a doctor if the patient is hesitant to ask. If the information isn’t clear, the companion can raise red flags or ask to have the instructions put in a different light.
Translation
Sometimes patients need companions who speak their native languages when their physicians do not. People are learning that bringing a family member or friend along to doctors’ appointments can be a smart way to make the most of doctor/patient interactions.
Frequent Feelings of
Coldness As people age, many report feeling chilly even when the temperature outside is warm. Studies have shown that older people are more likely to have slightly colder body temperatures than their younger counterparts. Feeling cold can be the result of the natural aging process, or it may be symptomatic of a medical condition. Understanding the reasons behind chilliness can help people take proper action. Aging adults can feel cold for various reasons. As people age, their metabolisms slow down, leading to decreased energy. During times of low energy output, one can feel cold. The American Geriatric Society Foundation for Health suggests that individuals with slower metabolisms may not produce enough heat from their own bodies to stay warm. Circulation issues also may be a concern. As people age, the walls of their blood vessels may lose their elasticity, negatively affecting circulation as a result. Vasoreceptors also may no longer be as quick to direct blood vessels in order to constrict to keep body temperature up. Inadequate fat storage may also be a contributor. Older people generally have less subcutaneous fat stores and muscle mass, both of which can insulate their bodies from cold weather. As a result, they may have trouble regulating
body temperature. Exercise and healthy eating may help remedy this situation. Certain medical conditions or medications may be to blame, too. SUNY Upstate Medical University offers that some drugs, like beta blockers, can decrease heart rate, which can reduce circulation to the extremities. High cholesterol levels can impair blood flow. Hypothyroidism, or an underperforming thyroid, also can affect a person’s ability to regulate body temperature. It’s imperative that people speak with their doctors to rule out any medical conditions or medication issues that may be contributing to their feelings of being cold. The following are some additional steps aging men and women can take to stay warm. • Make sure you are at a healthy weight for your gender and age. • Get the cardiovascular system pumping by exercising more. • Layer clothing until you feel comfortable so that you are not adjusting the thermostat as frequently. • Wear a vest to keep your chest warm to prevent heat being drawn from the extremities. Often the body will sacrifice heat in the hands and feet to keep its core warm. • Invest in wool socks and blankets, as wool will help wick away moisture from the body. Feeling cold is usually nothing out of the ordinary when a person gets older. Fortunately, there are ways that older men and women can stay warm.
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Growing Gray
Gracefully
For some people, gray hair comes with age. Both men and women have spent much time, money and energy covering their gray heads of hair with various hair dyes. But now there’s a growing trend among people with gray hair to embrace the gray. Gray hair — especially hair close to the temples — tends to be coarser and more resistant to absorbing hair color than other hair. It can be difficult to cover the gray hairs, and then once it is dyed, gray hair may end up showing through prematurely. As a result, many men and women have discovered it is more cost-effective to embrace their gray hair. Just like any other hair change, whether growing out a short hairstyle or growing out bangs, it can take time to adjust to a head full of gray hair. • Prepare mentally for gray hair. Hair does not generally turn gray overnight. Therefore, people must expect to live with the gradual change and insecurities that arise as hair starts to turn gray. This requires a certain measure of strength and perseverance. Some may even desire to give up on the process altogether by coloring their hair or, for men, shaving their heads. But sticking it out allows adults to maintain their natural hair, and many men and women even like their hair once it turns gray.
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• Work with a stylist. Hair colorists and stylists can make the transition to gray hair a bit easier. With careful placement of highlights, stylists can blur the lines of the graying hair from the other colors. A good stylist also may be able to suggest a cut that will draw attention away from graying roots. • Consider a major haircut. Sometimes the process can be sped along with a dramatic hair cut that removes much of the dead ends and hair that has not yet turned gray. • Stop using color-care shampoos. Certain shampoos are designed to lock color in place. Those who want to go gray can use regular shampoos or clarifying shampoos that strip old hair dye from the hair shaft. Switch over to a toning shampoo that leaves a bit of pigment to counteract brassiness in gray hair. • Consider a makeup swap, too. Transition makeup color to give the face a warmer, rosier glow. Avoid dark eye shadows, which can wash out a complexion. With a few simple techniques, men and women can naturally transition to gray hair.
home
Warming up
Fireplace
Season!
A warm fire can make even the coldest winter day more enjoyable. Fireplaces may not get much use in spring or summer, but come late fall and throughout the winter, the fireplace can be a great place for families to gather. Before fireplace season hits full swing, homeowners might want to brush up on a few fireplace facts so they can safely enjoy nights spent sitting by the crackling flames. The Chimney Safety Institute of America advises homeowners with fireplaces to hire a CSIA-certified chimney sweep to clean their fireplaces. After a lengthly period of non-use, various issues could be affecting the chimney, many of which might not be noticeable to an untrained eye. Professional, certified chimney sweeps have extensive knowledge of fireplaces, making them valuable resources who can let homeowners know if any safety issues developed since fireplaces were last used. The National Protection Agency recommends that chimneys be swept at least once per year. A full inspection of the chimney might be in order as well. Chimney service technicians will conduct thorough examinations of readily accessible portions of the chimney exterior and interior and accessible portions of the appliance and the chimney connection. The CSIA recommends that homeowners who plan to use their chimneys as they have in the past request a Level 1 inspection, which will examine the soundness of the chimney structure and flue as well as the basic appliance installation and connections. Technicians also will verify if the chimney is free of obstruction and combustible deposits.
Homeowners also should inspect their chimney dampers before lighting their first fires of the season. Dampers should open and close smoothly. If not, a service technician can help fix or replace the damper. Firewood is another thing homeowners must consider before lighting their first fires of the season. The CSIA says that well-seasoned firewood works best, noting that wood that is not well-seasoned will produce more smoke than heat. In addition, the home improvement resource This Old House recommends using dense wood that’s been split and stored in a high and dry place for at least six months. Oak is an example of dense wood that, when stored properly, can make for an enjoyable fireplace experience. Avoid softwoods like pine. Pine can produce a lot of creosote, which is a byproduct of wood combustion. Creosote is highly flammable, and as it builds up in a chimney, the risk for a chimney fire increases. Choosing the right wood, making sure it’s well-seasoned and having a chimney professionally cleaned can reduce the risk of a creosote-related chimney fire. A Level 1 inspection should determine if there are potentially dangerous levels of creosote deposits in the chimney. Before nestling up to a fireplace this winter, homeowners should consider a host of factors and safety measures to ensure their fireplaces are safe and ready for the season ahead.
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Games & Puzzles Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle. Good luck!
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Puzzle & Game
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September Crossword & Sudoku Answers
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Volunteering:
How to Find the Right Fit for Your
New Lifestyle Many parents feel involving their children in volunteering at an early age can have a profound, long-lasting impact on their kids. But youngsters are not the only ones who can reap great rewards from volunteering, as studies show that men and women at, beyond or approaching retirement age also benefit greatly from volunteer work.
greater time commitments than others, so make sure you know just how much time you can devote to an opportunity before signing up.
Research from the Corporation for National and Community Service found that more than 20 million older adults contributed in excess of three billion hours of community service time each year from 2011 to 2013. The reasons why older adults volunteer are varied, but in its 2014 survey the AARP’s Experience Corps found that 97 percent of its volunteers indicated that their volunteer work with the organization gave them a sense of purpose. Older adults who want to volunteer but have little or no history with volunteering might not know where to begin with regard to finding the right opportunity. The right fit can make all the difference for volunteers and the people they help, and the following tips might help older adults as they look for an opportunity that best utilizes their skills and experience.
• Don’t downplay the significance of certain opportunities. Volunteering opportunities come in many variations, and each is significant in its own right. Coaching a grandchild’s soccer team can have as significant an impact on the people you help as other volunteering opportunities. Volunteers offer their time because they have a passion to help others, and that help can be given in a myriad of ways.
• Know your schedule. Older adults who are still working but want to volunteer may have a firm grasp on their schedules, but even retirees should not overestimate how much time they have to volunteer. Before you begin to look for an opportunity, write down your commitments and daily schedule, using this list to determine how much free time you have to volunteer. Some opportunities require
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• Give due consideration to your experience. Older adults who have retired or are on the cusp of retirement have a lifetime of experience they can use to help others. Imparting wisdom learned in your professional life can provide a sense of purpose and even make you feel as though you are still actively involved in the industry where you built your professional reputation. But life experience can also prove invaluable in volunteering opportunities. Mentoring programs give volunteers the chance to help young people, and such opportunities can involve more than just offering professional advice.
• Leave time for the rest of your life. Volunteering is a selfless act, and volunteers are the backbone of many successful charitable organizations. But older men and women should leave time for the rest of their lives as well. Retirement should be fulfilling but also include time for recreation, so don’t downplay how important hobbies are to you in an attempt to find more time to volunteer. No retiree wants to grow resentful of his or her volunteer work because it leaves little time for other pursuits, so do your best to balance your charitable endeavors with the other things in life that matter to you. Finding the right volunteer opportunity can make all the difference for older men and women who want to give back to their communities.
Ridesharing Keeping Seniors on the Move Losing the ability to drive and get around is one of the most challenging aspects of growing older for seniors. This loss of independence can result in loneliness, depression and isolation. Often seniors have to rely on family to take them places, leaving them at the mercy of a friend or relative’s schedule. Ridesharing services such as Uber, Lyft, Sidecar, and many others can fill the transportation void for older adults and help them regain their lost independence. Many traditional paratransit services (door-to-door transit, often limited to those over 65 and disabled) may be less convenient than ridesharing services, and it may be challenging to find a company that services rural areas. Plus, reservations may need to be made a day in advance, with limited drop-off locations available. That makes it hard for seniors to make spontaneous plans, again taking away some of their independence. But flexible ridesharing services may provide the flexibility seniors are hoping for. Connecting with ridesharing services requires only a cursory education in mobile technology. According to a recent report from the Consumer Electronics Association, 46 percent of senior households have smartphones and 40 percent have tablets. Many seniors are becoming more tech-savvy, meaning they have the wherewithal to navigate apps and websites that can connect them with a
ride. And if they aren’t, a quick primer from a young friend or relative can stoke their confidence. Before engaging a ridesharing service, seniors should familiarize themselves with how such services work and take steps to ensure their safety. • Many ridesharing services are linked directly to a credit card account. Passengers should not have to pay in cash. If the driver requests it, this should raise a red flag. Report the driver to the service. • Confirm that the driver matches the profile and the vehicle that was indicated on the ride app. Never get in the car unless there is verification. • Ask for an estimate regarding the cost of the trip and if those costs can increase considerably during the ride. Budget-conscious seniors should avoid services whose rates can fluctuate dramatically after riders get in the vehicle. • Look into Uber ASSIST as another option. Seniors who require a little help to get in and out of the car or those who need wheelchairs or other devices can choose the Uber ASSIST option on their apps. This ensures their driver will be specially trained and is capable of helping with the transfer. New senior ridesharing services, such as Lift Hero in California, are now hitting the market as well. Ridesharing services are changing the way people get around. While ridesharing might have been designed with millennials in mind, it has become the new go-to for seniors who are not ready to give up their independence.
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Get the Facts on Life Insurance
Policies Few people want to face their own mortality when they are in the prime of their lives. However, thinking ahead and making advanced plans can save family members considerable heartache. Life insurance policies can help men and women make things easier for their spouses, children or siblings. Life insurance provides financial security in the event of a person’s death. Such insurance is a key element of estate planning and something all adults must consider. It’s smart to purchase life insurance at a relatively young age because the cost can be lower. Some people put off the process because it can be overwhelming. But Forbes magazine advises that once a person does a little research and learns the terminology associated with life insurance, choosing a policy is not so difficult. • Determine the amount of insurance you will need. Make a list of expected expenses after you
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your family will need to live comfortably in your absence. Online calculators can help determine life insurance coverage needs. The New York Life Insurance Company says a quick way to figure out how much coverage you may need is to take your annual salary and multiply it by eight. • Decide on the type of policy. Life insurance policies come in two broad categories: term and whole life. Term life insurance may be less expensive upfront, as it only provides coverage for a set number of years. It will only pay out if the policy holder dies during this “term.” Whole life insurance, also called “cash value,” usually costs more, but accumulates a cash value that can be borrowed against, and it pays out whenever a person passes away. • Choose among reputable companies. You want to ensure the life insurance company you pick will be around for years and has a strong reputation, so give ample consideration to each company you explore before making a final decision. • Know the waiting period. Many policies establish a period of time on policies wherein there is very little cash-out value and the company will not pay out the full death benefit. This may be a year or two after opening the policy. Discuss this information with the insurance agent. Life insurance can be a smart financial choice, helping men and women rest easy that their families will want for nothing in the wake of their deaths.
Enjoy Some
Scenic Roads Road trips have been part of popular culture for decades. Featured prominently in movies and books such as “On the Road,” “Rain Man” and “Easy Rider,” road trips with friends or family tend to leave indelible marks. Remarkable road trips are made more so by the company shared along the way and the scenic and historical roadways traversed to reach a destination. Travelers embarking on road trips in Canada or the United States should consider including some of the following roadways in their travel plans. • Haines Highway: If your adventures take you through Alaska, there is plenty of legendary scenery to take in. The backdrop along the Haines Highway is sensational, but this stretch of roadway also offers views of the largest congregations of bald eagles in the world. It has been dubbed “The Valley of the Eagles.” • Route 66: Now known as “Historic Route 66,” this famed road stretches from Los Angeles to Chicago, cutting a path through a vast portion of America’s heartland. Some say driving along 66 is an adventure in American history and that the road embodies the best of the United States. • Pacific Coast Highway : While not the fastest way to travel, this winding road that hugs the California coast owes its popularity to stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. It’s difficult to avoid being swept up by the breathtaking views of rock formations, waves and cliffs.
• Highway 99: Referred to as the Sea to the Sky Highway, this roadway in British Columbia begins outside of Vancouver and rises up into the mountains. This road trip is full of various climate zones, mountains, lakes and rivers. The 700-meter rock face of “The Chief” also is a popular draw. • Columbia River Highway: The first paved road in the northwestern United States, Columbia River Highway also is the first scenic highway in America. It is renowned for being a portion of the original Oregon Trail, and its 70 miles offers spectacular views year-round. • Overseas Highway: This impressive roadway extends more than 100 miles from Key Largo to Key West, Florida, linking all of the islands that comprise the Florida Keys. The Overseas Highway includes a seven-mile bridge across the water. • Highway 12: This route in Utah offers impressive views of natural features. Attractions include the Bryce Canyon, Red Canyon and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. • Loess Hills Trail: Loesses, which are hills formed from silt, give land alongside this trail in Iowa interesting topography and varied flora. Fall foliage here has been formally qualified as a National Natural Landmark. • Highways 44 and 240: These routes in South Dakota take travelers through the area known as the Badlands, giving adventurers a glimpse of the American West. Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial are other attractions to take in while in the area. North America is filled with many scenic roadways perfect for road trips, which remain one of the best ways to explore and experience the United States and Canada.
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Events for Seniors: September Happy Labor Day Monday, September 2nd CLOSED
Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center will be closed on Monday, September 2nd in observance of the Labor Day holiday. There will also be no lunches or activities at the satellite sites. To make alternative care arrangements or to receive a holiday meal in lieu of the holiday, please contact the Senior Center by calling (740) 439-6681.
It’s Line Dancing Time on Tuesdays
Line dancing is a delightful activity that is both social and physical. Enjoy an afternoon of line dancing at Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center every Tuesday from 3:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Cost is by donation and no reservations are required to participate. If you would like additional information, please contact the Senior Center by calling (740) 439-6681.
Geri Fit Classes on Wednesdays
Geri-Fit classes will continue on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in the first half of the dining room. Geri-Fit helps prevent falls, increase muscular strength, boost motor skills and reaction time, enhance flexibility and gait, reduce arthritic conditions, and expand functional capacity. Please note that class times are subject to change depending on the amount of participants that sign up. Please call Kylee at (740) 439-6681 to sign up if you would like to participate.
Jarvis Law Office Guest Speaker Wednesday, September 4th
Mary Beth Panepocci from Jarvis Law Office will be here on Wednesday, September 4th at 11:00 AM. She will be presenting information on estate planning. We hope that you will plan on joining us for this informative session. For additional information, please call (740)439-6681.
Kountry Swingers invite you to join them on Wednesdays
The Kountry Swingers are talented group of ladies who love to dance and have performed at many places around the area including the Guernsey County Fair, nursing homes, and holiday parties just to name a few. They are looking for folks who love to do the same to join their group. They practice at the Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center on the first, second and fourth Wednesdays each month at 12:30 PM. If you have any questions or are interested in joining, please contact JoAnn Spruill at (740) 432-3234.
Book Club Meeting Thursday, September 5th
Share your favorite stories by joining the Book Club hosted by Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center. This group meets on the first Thursday of each month at 12:00 PM with the next meeting to be held on Thursday, September 5th. If you would like to participate, or have questions about this group, please visit the Senior Center. We hope to see you then.
Grandparents Day Breakfast Friday, September 6th
Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center will be celebrating grandparents by hosting a special breakfast on Friday, September 6th beginning at 9:00 AM. The special menu will include: pancakes with apple or blueberry topping, bacon, sausage gravy & biscuits, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Water, coffee, and assorted fruit juices will also be served. Reservations are required to attend and can be made by calling the senior center at (740)439-6681 or visiting the guest services desk.
Do you enjoy walking? Join our Walking Group on Fridays
Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center walking group meets on Fridays at 10:00 AM at the Great Guernsey Trail. We meet every Friday from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, except for the 3rd Friday of the month. Bottled water will be provided for walkers. In case of inclement weather you will receive a personal phone call informing you of a cancellation. If you are interested in joining this group, please call Kylee at (740) 439-6681.
Project More Training Friday, September 6th
Cambridge City Schools Intermediate, Primary, and Preschool are partnering with The Guernsey County Senior to provide Grandparent Volunteers. Volunteers will be working with grades 2nd, 3rd, and preschool students or classrooms. Training will be offered on Friday, September 6th from 1:00 PM –2:30 PM. Interested volunteers need to complete the availability/interest form and return it to Janie Downerd. For more information or to pick up a form visit the guest services desk or call (740)439-6681.
Red Hat Diva Meeting & Luncheon Monday, September 9th
The Red Hat Divas will be having their September meeting at The Forum restaurant in Cambridge on September 9th. The meeting will begin at 12:00 PM and lunch will be on your own off the menu. If you would like to make reservations to attend, please call (740) 439-6681.
Coloring Group on Mondays
Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center hosts a coloring group which meets each Monday from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM. The class takes place in the comfort of the living room. All supplies for the class are provided and there is no cost to participate but donations are always welcome. If you would prefer to color at home, Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center offers coloring packets which contain several coloring pages and crayons or colored pencils. You can pick them up or for a small fee we can send them to your home. If you would like additional information, please call (740) 439-6681.
Sunny Side Singers Choir Group
Sunny Side Singers practice at the Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center on the second, third, and fourth Monday of each month at 12:45 PM. If you would like additional information about the Sunny Side Singers Choir Group or maybe are interested in joining the choir, please visit the guest services desk or please call (740) 439-6681.
Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, September 10th
According to the National Institute on Aging, Alzheimer’s disease
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Community Events is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest of tasks. In most people, the symptoms appear in the mid-60s and it is the most common cause of dementia among older adults. Individuals who are impacted by this disease often need support and have many questions. The Senior Center hosts an Alzheimer’s Support Group on the second Tuesday of each month at 1:30 PM. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 10th. If you would like additional information, please contact group leader, Mary Jo Moorhead, at (740) 685-8764.
Senior Day at the Fair Wednesday, September 11th
Please plan to join the Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center at the large pavilion on Wednesday, September 11th, for “Senior Day” at the Guernsey County Fair. All individuals who are 60 years of age or older will receive free admission to the fair until 5:00 PM. Please plan to join us at the large pavilion, located behind the grandstand, from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM for food, fun and great entertainment! Senior transportation to the fair will be available. For additional information, please call Michael Hess, Transportation Supervisor, at (740)439-6681.
Birthday Party & Luncheon Friday, September 13th
Join the Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center in singing “Happy Birthday” to all of our friends and family who are celebrating a birthday in September on Friday, September 13th at 11:30 AM. Cake and ice cream will be served following a delicious lunch. Reservations are required to attend this event and can be made by calling (740) 439-6681 or visiting the guest services desk of the Senior Center.
Interim Guest Speaker Monday, September 16th
Join us Monday, September 16th at 11:00 AM as guest speaker Mary Beth from Interim presents information on their company and the services they offer. For additional information, please call (740)439-6681.
August Monthly Dinner Thursday, September 19th
Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center will be hosting your monthly senior dinner on Thursday, September 19th at 5:00 PM. Dinner will follow with the special menu to include: cabbage rolls, mashed potatoes, succotash, dinner roll & butter, and apple crisp for dessert. Iced tea, water and coffee will also be served. After dinner, sit back, relax and enjoy live entertainment and door prize giveaways to conclude the evening. If you would like to make your reservations for this delightful evening, please visit the guest services desk or for your convenience or you may call (740) 439-6681.
Commodity Pick-Up Friday, September 20th
Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center partners with the MidOhio Food Bank in providing a Commodity Supplemental Food Program. The next distribution will be held on Friday, September 20th from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. You must pick up on this day due to limited storage. If you would like to sign up for the program, please call Kylee at (740) 439-6681.
Guest Speaker Sage Scharre Monday, September 23rd
AETNA representative Sage Scharre will be presenting an informative session about medicare enrollment at Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center on Monday, September 23rd at 11:00 AM. If you have questions or concerns, please plan to attend. For additional information, please call (740) 439-6681.
Byesville Senior Dinner Tuesday, September 24th
Join friends at the Byesville satellite site, located at the Stop Nine Senior Activity Center in Byesville, for the monthly senior dinner beginning at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, September 24th. The evening will begin with welcome and announcements followed by a delicious dinner with the menu to include: breaded boneless pork chop, baked potato with butter & sour cream, seasoned green beans, mandarin oranges, dinner roll & butter, butterscotch pudding with whipped topping for dessert. Iced tea, water and coffee will also be served. The event will conclude with a fun door prize drawing. Reservations are required to attend the dinner and can be made by visiting the guest services desk of the Senior Center or call (740) 439-6681.
Guest Speaker Stephanie Pfalzgraf Wednesday, September 25th
Stephanie Pfalzgraf from Hospice of Guernsey will be here Wednesday, September 25th at 11:00 AM. She will be sharing with us information about the services available at Hospice. For additional information, please call (740)439-6681.
HEAP Applications and Help with Heating Available
HEAP applications are available at the Senior Center. The program provides senior citizens with assistance on their heating/ cooling bills. In-home application assistance, whereby a member of our staff will come directly to your home and help fill out your HEAP application, can also be arranged. Applicants must provide the following: Proof of income, proof of citizenship (birth certificate, baptismal certificate or a DD-214 (Military Discharge), proof of your past heating bill, and have a household income that is 175% at / or below the federal poverty guideline level. For more information and eligibility requirements, please stop by the Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center. Our hours of operation are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday thru Friday. Income eligibility requirements per year are: 1 Person $21,857.50 2 People $29,592.50 3 People $37,327.50 4 People $45,062.50 5 People $52,797.50 6 People $60,532.50 7 People $68,267.50 8 People $76,002.50 For households with more than 8 members, please contact your local community action agency. If you are a senior and need help filling out your HEAP application, please contact the Guernsey County Senior Citizens Center by calling (740) 439-6681 or toll free at 1-866-534-2349, we will be happy to assist you. You may also visit the HEAP website: Energyhelp.ohio.org or email: energyhelp@odod.state.oh.us. For hearing impaired only, please contact 1-800-686-1557.
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