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(Left to right) Gerry, Mark and Ken are members of Salem Alliance Church who volunteer to chop, split and deliver wood to those in need.
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When temperatures dip, two local groups step up to help provide wood for those who may be struggling to stay warm. Supplying wood to families and others in need is the Royal Order of the Red Suspenders, a service group started in 2001 by Salem Alliance Church. Also providing wood are the Woodcutters, the familiar name of those who belong to St. Joseph’s Guild, a ministry started several decades ago by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Salem.
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“I got a call from a county worker looking for wood for a co-worker,” says Ken, a longtime volunteer who prefers not to share his last name. “I directed him to the Salem Alliance RORS wood line. A couple of days later I received an email from our dispatcher. I was able to deliver a halfcord of wood and learned about her circumstances. “She had heart bypass surgery and the cost of that surgery, even with insurance, was making finances a challenge,” he says. “Her house was prohibitively expensive to heat with her electric furnace so she was using the fireplace to warm her living area. She said that having experienced a lot of gracious people, some donated sick leave, some covered her work position, and the RORS donation of wood caused her to realize God was watching over her. She was so glad to receive the wood and
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Two local volunteer groups are helping homes stay warm
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Another group in Salem, affiliated with St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, has volunteered to take on a similar task of donating firewood.
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be warm again.” The Royal Order of Red Suspenders continues as an outreach to the community, helping people to survive the cold winters. The group got its name from the red suspenders given to volunteers after helping out a certain number of times, says Melanie Pfaff, community impact coordinator for Salem Alliance. “The red suspenders are a badge of honor to those working in the ministry,” she says. According to Pfaff, RORS maintains about 40-50 volunteers, with about 20 very active volunteers who work every week year-round, to maintain the stores of firewood available for distribution. The group benefits from about eight free storage spaces, where they can split firewood on work days, stacking it under cover so it can be seasoned and made ready to
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deliver the following season. The group uses chainsaws, hydraulic splitters, a conveyor belt, and multiple trucks, trailers and dump trailers to get the job done, she says. “RORS accepts donations of oak, maple and fir when their workforce and workload allows,” Pfaff says. “If possible, they will cut up these types of wood from downed trees and remove the wood. They don’t fell trees, however.” Occasionally, when excess wood supplies allow, RORS sells the firewood with the profit going toward the ministry. “However, this has not been one of those years,” Pfaff says. “We get lots of grateful thankyou notes.” A recent note stated: “I just want you to know if it wasn’t for your charity and hard work, we wouldn’t be doing as well. Thank you, God bless! ‘You’re awesome’ barely covers what we feel and think about you land-dwelling an-
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Ken, Lance and Craig are members of RORS, which accepts donations of oak, maple and fir when their workforce and workload allows. All of the labor and land for storage is donated.
gels.” Pfaff says people let the church know when they have a need. “We serve those who heat their homes only with wood and have a health issue, or physical inability to go get
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their wood, or a financial struggle buying wood for themselves,” Pfaff says. “Even with that, we are only able to deliver once per year, Oct. 1 to April 1, so that delivery is not enough to heat a home through a cold winter.” Although the Woodcutters is a much smaller group, its heart for the needy is just as big. The organization provides about half of the firewood it receives to those in need and sells the remainder, with profits going to local charities. The Woodcutters gather every Wednesday morning at St. Paul’s to chop firewood as well as to enjoy the fresh air and each other’s company. “We also help with the set up and take down of the twice-
annual rummage sale St. Paul’s has,” says Gary Brandt, who joined in 2003 after retiring as an elementary teacher from the Silver Falls School District. “St. Joseph’s Guild was started by Father Steinburg in the late 1970s or early 1980s,” Brandt says. “He saw a need in the community, had a group of men who like to work with wood, and put the two together. Some of the first members were John Porter, Al Chamberlain, Father Ward deBeck, Sam Killern, Jr., and maybe Les Green.” Brandt says early members split the wood by hand, but lately the group purchased a used hydraulic splitter to assist in the splitting.
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“The Guild now owns two splitters,” he says. “There are now nine active members and about nine that are emeritus members that stay in contact.” The Woodcutters receive donated wood that they cut, split and dry before storing at one of two wood lots. Just like the wood, the space is donated. “We store all the wood on George Grabenhorst’s property,” Brandt says. The wood is “donated sometimes by church members, sometimes by neighbors or friends, and also tree services in Salem.” The former “boss’ of the Woodcutters was Sam Skillern, Jr., Brandt says. “Sam seemed to know everyone in Salem, and people would contact him,” he says. “Now people can call the church.” Funds received from those who pay for the firewood go to support several Salem organizations from a list Sam Skillern III provides, and members add or subtract recipients at their annual meeting, Brandt says. ■
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Looking for a new diet? Try keto FEBRUARY 2018 • nwboomerandseniornews.com
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■ It promises weight loss, but prepare for some changes to the way you eat
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Many of today’s popular diets suggest cutting carbs, but opt for higher proteins and lower fats. However, a diet rising in popularity aims for low carbs, but higher fats with the idea that “fat burns fat.” If you love eating seafood, vegetables and even dark chocolate, the ketogenic diet may be for you. The “keto” diet offers lowcarb clean eating that claims followers will lose weight, stay full longer and get healthy. In laymen’s terms, ketosis is cutting carbohydrates to the point your body burns fat as its primary fuel source, says dietitian Carrie Loughran. “You can slide your way into ketosis just a little bit at a time,” says Loughran, a ketogenic diet specialist for the Center for Neuro-Nutrition in Astoria. “Eating 60 grams of carbs is a great launching point. Divide it up any way you want, but not by eating all 60 carbs at
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Like many of today’s diets, the keto diet emphasizes healthy fats and very low carbs. It is recommended for diabetics by some professionals, but it can be quite restrictive, and you should be monitored by a certified health professional to do it right. one time. You want to keep your blood sugar steady.” As with most diets, it’s important to get your doctor’s OK before starting, she advises. “Ketosis is a chronic state of
hypoglycemia balanced with elevated blood ketone levels,” Loughran says. “Putting a body into ketosis is easy. Keeping the body in a healthy state of ketosis is more difficult and not
well understood. It takes experience to interpret lab results, blood glucose and blood ketone levels along with growth parameters.” A member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and licensed in Oregon, Loughran developed the KetoCare protocol based on her more than 20 years of experience in endocrinology, neurology and feeding/eating disorders. Her protocol eliminates the opportunity for ketosis to develop into ketoacidosis, a dangerous condition, especially for those with diabetes. “I had two insulin-dependent diabetics who followed this way of eating for a year,” she says. “All their side effects went away. There are a lot of places you can go wrong, but it’s worth looking into. Basically, it gets you to a better place.” Loughran lists ketogenic diet candidates as those of all ages with diagnoses of seizure disorder, infantile spasms, autism, glut-1 deficiency and more. A list of conditions can be found at ketocare.com. She also provides treatments for the following diets: lowglycemic index, modified Atkins, MCT Oil, gluten-free and casein-free, and Fiengold. “Talk to someone who is well-educated about ketosis, especially if you have a chronic disease,” she says. “You will
need someone specially trained in the subject.” Agreeing with Loughran is Dr. Angela Cortal, a neuropathic physician with Heart Spring Health in Portland and Natural Physicians in Salem. “This diet works best with some guidance and support,” says Cortal, who blends naturopathic medicine with regenerative injection therapies for chronic arthritis and pain. “I tell patients the diet has a learning curve, so it takes some working through at the beginning to get all the details hammered out. But that said, I think that it is the most efficient diet for diabetics and others with chronic health conditions to really address the root of those diseases in order to reverse the process, from the ground up.” Cortal uses the diet as “a metabolic intervention, to improve one’s ability to handle blood sugar and insulin response.” “Some of the main conditions I use this diet with are diabetes and pre-diabetes, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, polycystic ovary syndrome, and cognitive impairments, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease,” she says of the diet with “pronounced health benefits.” “There are potential negative side effects, particularly early in the transition as one’s
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metabolic pathways are shifting and what people describe as the ‘keto flu’ are usually due to electrolyte imbalances that can be easily assessed and corrected,” Cortal says. “I find it very important to closely track my patients’ initiation of this diet, in order to help mitigate any of those issues and set them up for success.” The main desired side effect, she says, is weight loss. “With transitioning one’s metabolism from sugar-burning to fat-burning, it’s a very efficient way to lose fat for those who desire,” Cortal says. “The ketogenic diet restricts carbohydrates, so most carbohy-
agree that people deserve to be able to make informed decisions about their health. “With a recent surge in research over the past few years, it does seem to be becoming a lot more popular, but I would not say that it’s mainstream yet,” Cortal says of the ketogenic diet. “There are still many, many people — and healthcare providers — who are not familiar with the diet.” According to HealthPrep. com, despite its tempting weight loss promises, there are certain situations in which the keto diet may do more harm than good. Along with being high in meat, the keto diet only allows for non-starchy carbs such as spinach and kale to be eaten and limits grains and other starches that are high in
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drate-dominant foods are minimized – wheat and other grains, beans, some dairy, sugary foods. The bulk of the diet is food that contains fat, protein and fiber.” Cortal advises eating nutrient-dense foods with regular intake of healthy sources of protein, fats and fiber. “As a country, there is an excess of refined and processed foods eaten, which are nutrientpoor and often carbohydrateexcessive,” she says. “Nationally what we’ve been doing isn’t working. Obesity is sky-rocketing, and diabetes, heart disease, cancer and dementia are also exploding in prevalence. Big changes in our nutrition are needed to combat this.” Both Cortal and Loughran
cados. When you’re cooking at home and eating fewer processed, packaged and canned foods, your sodium intake will decrease and your taste buds will become accustomed to the less-salty meals. Instead of salt, you can use lemon juice, herbs or spices to season your food. The reward? A study from the British Medical Journal found that by cutting 1,000 mg of sodium a day, you can decrease your risk of heart attack or stroke by 25 percent. Your health is worth it. ■ (Dr. Priya Kansal is a cardiologist with Kaiser Permanente Northwest.)
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Prevention. High blood pressure can lead to strokes or heart attacks. By changing your eating habits, though, you can significantly bring down your blood pressure. The more processed foods you eat, the higher your sodium intake. As a result, I recommend avoiding meals and foods that are mass-produced and embrace a plantbased diet. By doing so, you’ll eliminate those highly processed foods and instead fill up on nutrient-rich fruits and veggies. Instead of bad fats from, say, french fries and chicken nuggets, you can opt for healthy fats that are found in nuts, seeds, olive oil and avo-
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The numbers are surprising: The average American consumes 7,000 milligrams of sodium per day. That far exceeds the daily intake recommendation, which is less than 2,500 mg (and even less if you have high blood pressure). Even if people are judicious with the salt shaker, there are a few things at play that’s causing Americans to consume far too much sodium. For starters, processed foods — even the ones you don’t think of as being salty, like ice cream and cookies — are high in sodium, which is commonly used as a preservative.
has 30 percent more sodium than one sold in the Europe, even though it’s made by the same company. If you eat out frequently or frequent the drive-thru, it’s likely your meals are extremely high in sodium because restaurants are notorious for adding on the salt. So, what’s the problem with sodium, aside from feeling “puffy” after eating a particularly salty meal? Salt causes fluid retention, which increases blood pressure. One in three adults in the United States has high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, according to the Centers for Disease Control and
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Armchair gardening
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By GRACE PETERSON MASTER GARDENER
With spring right around the corner, now is a great time to bone up on gardening practices and perhaps garner inspiration for a new project. Maybe you have a question: Why didn’t my fuchsia bloom like it should have? Or what should I grow in that bare spot where I took out the dead shrub? I like to call it “armchair gardening.” You know, when the weather outside is frightful but we’re itching to garden. To satisfy ourselves, we cozy up with a stack of garden books. This month, I thought I’d discuss a few of the fantastic books that are on my desk right now. “Perennials Through the Seasons: 20 favorites that are striking in and out of flower” is written by gardener and blogger John Markowski. With photos and prose, Markowski discusses in practical detail (foibles and all) perennials that thrive in his New Jersey garden. Fortunately, his information is equally relevant here in the Pacific Northwest and is especially helpful if you’re new to gardening or unfamiliar with one of the perennials discussed. I appreciate seeing photos of plants at dif-
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Grace Peterson recommends these books to prepare yourself for the upcoming gardening season.
ferent stages of growth and how well Markowski recounts his own growing experiences. Rumor has it he’s working on a second book. Visit obsessiveneuroticgardener.com for more information. “Pacific Northwest MonthBy-Month Gardening: What to Do Each Month to Have a Beautiful Garden All Year,” by Christina Pfeiffer and Mary Robson, is laid out with chapters for each month of the year
authors have an impressive Pacific Northwest resume, including tenures at Washington State University Extension Service. (Cool Springs Press) Finally, if you’ve been gardening for a long time, (or even if you haven’t been) you need to read Barbara Blossom Ashmun’s latest book, “Love Letters to My Garden.” This is not so much a how-to tome (although she does offer advice) as it is an anecdote to her fascination with plants and all things gardening while tending her beloved paradise in Portland. What I love about this book is that it is so relatable. Although no two gardeners will agree on everything, Ashmun’s words will resonate deeply. Many times, I found myself
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nodding in agreement, thinking of my own similar experiences with gardening. For example, who hasn’t forgotten the name of that intriguing plant we fell in love with because we neglected to write it down? Or thinking you hear the words “buy me” emanating from a gorgeous plant at the nursery, despite knowing full well we don’t have room for it? “You can keep me in a pot so I won’t get so big,” you think it responds to you. Yep, been there, done that. For those of us who love gardening, this book will validate our obsessive behaviors and reassure us that we’re in good company. You can see all of her books by searching her name on Amazon.com. ■
with details on specific garden chores for that month. But first, the book’s extensive introduction outlines the basics of gardening from proper soil preparation to water-saving tactics to microclimates and more — great information for the newbie as well as the seasoned gardener desiring a refresher course. This is a fantastic resource for month-to-month garden management and both
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did leave a small life insurance policy to me (his wife). Now his children tell me that I have to give them the money my husband left them in his Will from the insurance proceeds. Is this true? nswer: No. The answer to your question is found in the way Oregon’s probate laws define an “estate”. Unlike federal tax laws where almost everything a person owned is considered part of the estate, probate laws take a more limited view and define a decedent’s property as either “probate assets” or “non-probate” assets. “Probate assets” are typically those assets you own in your own name and that do not have a beneficiary. When a person dies, these assets are distributed according to the decedent’s Will, or, if they do not have a Will, according to Oregon’s probate laws. “Non-probate assets” are typically assets that are held jointly with another person or that have a beneficiary. When a person dies, these assets pass to the surviving owner or beneficiary outside of probate, without regard to the terms in the Will. For example, if the deed to a person’s home states that it is owned by the decedent alone then it is a probate asset which passes according to the Will. But if the deed contains wording making the home joint property with right of survivorship to a co-owner, then it is a nonprobate asset and passes to the surviving co-owner without reference to the Will. Some other items that are typically non-probate assets are IRAs, annuities and, as in your case, life insurance. When someone purchases life insurance, the company asks them to designate a beneficiary. Upon the death of the insured individual, that beneficiary makes a claim and is paid. There is no reference to the Will or to probate, because the policy benefits are non-probate assets. The life insurance proceeds you received were paid to you because you were the policy’s designated beneficiary. The funds are non-probate assets and became your property without reference to the Will. The funds belong solely to you and you cannot be required to use those funds to pay the $25,000 bequest your husband called for in his Will. Since your husband’s probate estate was insolvent, his children are left without a monetary inheritance, though they should still receive those items of furniture that belonged to their mother. For more information or for advice about your estate planning needs call Kathy Belcher at McGinty-Belcher, Attorneys, 503-371-9636.
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(also Feb. 9) “Disenchanted,” 7:30 p.m., Elsinore Theater, 170 High St. SE, Salem. $29-$55. Elsinoretheatre.com.
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Lyons Garden Club, 1 p.m., Lyons Fire Department Conference Room, 1114 Main St. Topic: Biblical flowers and plants. 503-508-5913.
Exploring Oregon’s Heritage: Oregon’s 159th Birthday Party and Celebration of the 175th anniversaries of the Oregon Trail and Historic Vote at Champoeg, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oregon State Capitol, Salem. Free.
Assistance League of Salem-Keizer 47th Annual Lasagna Lunch, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem. $25. Als-k.org. Literary Discussion Group, 1 p.m., Plaza
Ukulele Fans of Oregon, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Anderson Rooms A/B, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE.
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Silverton Senior Center trip: Pendleton Woolen Mills and Fort Vancouver, 8:15 a.m. $20/$22. 503-873-3093. Pancake/Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. $5/$3.
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Shared Visions Support Group, 2 to 3 p.m., 680 State St., Suite 110, Salem. 503-581-4224 or info@blindskills. com.
Jake Shimabukuro, 8 p.m., Elsinore Theater, 170 High St. SE, Salem. $27-$57. Elsinoretheatre.com.
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Barbara S. Mahoney, “The Salem Clique,” noon, Hearing Room C, Salem Capitol. Free. Oregonlegislature.gov to stream the lecture.
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(through Feb. 25) Friends of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Big Book Sale, 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Benton County Fairgrounds, 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis. Eugene Ballet, “Sympathique and Everything but the Kitchen Sink,” 7:30 p.m., Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. SE, Salem. $25-$45. Elsinoretheatre.com.
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The Young Dubliners, 8 p.m., Elsinore Theater, 170 High St. SE, Salem. $20-$25. Elsinoretheatre.com.
Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, featuring Crossfire, 7 to 10 p.m., Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $5.
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Spaghetti Dinner, 2 to 6.m., St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 9168 Silver Falls Hwy., Aumsville. $10/$6. Raffle included. 503-362-6159. Send calendar items to: Calendar, 4120 River Road N., Keizer, OR 97303 or email mte@nwseniornews.com by the 6th of the month
How well do you remember TV cop shows?
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“Starsky and Hutch” were two of the coolest undercover cops in town. They solved the toughest cases, fighting crime in their own unconventional way. With the assistance of the irrepressibly hip Huggy Bear, they got the bad guys, every time.
Can you name the actors in this fast-paced series? “Mannix” was a popular TV show that aired from 1967 to 1973. Who played Mannix and who was his s e c r e t a r y, known as
Joseph “Rocky” Rockford: Noah Beery, Jr.; Det. Dennis Becker: Joe Santos 9. “Hart to Hart.” 10. Remington Steele: Pierce Brosnan Laura Holt: Stephanie Zimbalist
6. FRED!! 7. First was David Caruso (Det. John Kelly). Then came Jimmy Smits (Det. Bobby Simone) followed by Rick Schroder (Det. Danny Sorenson). 8. Jim Rockford: James Garner;
4. Streetwise Dave Starsky was played by Paul Michael Glaser and David Soul played Ken Hutchenson. 5. Mike Connors starred as Mannix with Gail Fisher as his secretary, Peggy Fair. Without Peggy, Mannix would have never solved all those crimes.
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“The Queen of the Background Check?” “Beretta,” a show about an undercover cop, aired in the 1970s. The star was Robert Blake. What was the name of Beretta’s roommate, a wisecracking cockatoo? Name three actors who played Det. Andy Sipowicz’s partner on the
popular show “NYPD Blue.” “The Rockford Files” ran from 1974 to 1980. Can you name three of the show’s stars? Robert Wagner starred in three TV series. One of them co-starred Stephanie Powers. Can you name the series, in which Wagner and Powers played husband and wife sleuths? In the series “Remington Steele,” who played Remington, and who played Laura Holt?
3. Christine Cagney was portrayed by several actresses, but most memorable was Sharon Gless. Tyne Daly’s portrayal of Mary Beth Lacey. “Cagney & Lacey” was the first TV crime show in which the two central characters were female.
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The TV series “Peter Gunn” debuted in 1958. Craig Stevens played Peter Gunn, “the guy who was tough enough to win over the mob, cops, and the critics.” Who played the role of Edie Hart, the sultry blonde Peter could not resist? Dum da dum dum. “Dragnet”! “This is the City!” What was Sergeant Joe Friday’s badge number? “Cagney & Lacey” led the way into women in law enforcement. What were the first names of these detectives?
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ANSWERS 1. Lola Allbright played the brassy blonde with a heart of gold and a soft spot for Peter Gunn. 2. Joe Friday, underplayed by Jack Webb, wore badge number 714. “Just the facts, Ma’am.”
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UPDATE New Year New Tech!
Technology continues to change and grow into practically every aspect of life. Today you can’t do much without running into something computerized. Now technology is used to complete simple tasks that never required it before. These tasks can be anything from getting a fountain drink at a fastfood place and ordering food before you even get there to looking for what movies are playing in the theater. Even driving a new car requires some computer knowledge. This technology can be stressful for those who have not used it in the past. It can even be difficult for those who grew up with technology. Knowing how to
use these devices makes modern life easier. By familiarizing yourself with a variety of devices you can alleviate some of this stress. Tech 50+ will be putting on a Te c h n o l o g y Conference Saturday February 24th. We plan on taking the fear out of technology! This conference is for those who would like to know more about technology in many of its different forms; as well as those working with seniors who could use technology to assist them. We will have guest speakers, vendors, a door prize, raffle items, and more. Tickets go on sale in January. For more details contact Center 50+.
SAVE A DATE: Spring Chick Women’s Conference 2017
Center 50+’s annual Spring Chick Women’s Conference 2018 will be held on Saturday, April 14. 2018. This year’s theme is “Scatter Kindness”. The event is held from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. and includes breakfast, workshops, special speakers, entertainment, vendors and door prizes. Our special keynote speaker will be Linda Cohen, author, speaker and commentator on kindness, v o l u n teerism, generosity and
empowerment and author of 1,000 Mitzvahs: How Small Acts of Kindness Can Heal, Inspire and Change Your Life. A variety of workshops will be offered. This year’s sponsors include the Friends of the Salem Senior Center, Salem Health, Salem Clinic, Medical Center Eye Clinic and Northwest Rehabilitation Associates. Tickets are $10 each and go on sale March 1st. There is a limited number of tickets available.
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How is Your Heart?
Did you know Center 50+ is in the business of keeping your heart healthy?
GET YOUR HEART PUMPING! Of course the first thoughts that comes to mind in improving heart health is exercise, healthy diet, and eliminating unhealthy habits like smoking and consuming empty calories. Center 50+ encourages you to join the exercise gym or try a group exercise class such as Tai Chi, Yoga, or bone density improving classes—get your heart pumping and improve that heart muscle! GET YOUR HEART HAPPY! How is your emotional heart health? Do you feel daily joy, do you have friendships that you can rely on? Center 50+ is in the healthy heart business. We are a place for you to try new things, make new friendships, and gain support from your peers. More importantly we encourage you to laugh with others while at a program, activity, or enjoying lunch. Laughter, comradery, and solid friendships can be a super medicine and improve your emotional heart health. GET YOUR HEART FULL! Another way to improve your heart health is to give back to others. There is a great feeling that comes from sharing your time and talents with others. It makes your heart feel full when you find purpose through helping others. Get “heart” healthy by volunteering. This month let’s all focus on getting our “hearts” healthy and happy—Center 50+ is here to help.
Inclement Weather Policy
In times of inclement weather or hazardous road conditions turn your radio to 1490 KBZY AM Radio or get on Center 50+ Facebook to find out closure or delayed opening of Center 50+. Even if the Center does open people need to use their own judgment before going out into the weather. Center 50+ encourages you to come visit our wonderful facility anytime. Call for hours and to learn more about any of the events or programs in this UPDATE, 503-588-6303.
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It Takes a Lifetime to Get This Fit!
Nail Care & Haircuts at Center 50+
Licensed Cosmetologist Ana Correa provides foot care and haircuts at an affordable price. Foot care treatments begin with a foot soak in warm water, followed by a toe nail trim, file and nail polish if you bring your own nail polish, all for just $22. If you have a hard time doing your own foot care, this is the perfect option for you, enjoy stress free happy feet. If a haircut is what you need Men’s haircuts start at just $12 and Woman’s haircuts start at just $15. Ana is available every Monday 9-4 by appointment only. Call to make your appointment today 503-588-6303.
reflexology. Kathleen is available: Mondays & Thursday- 10am-5:30pm Tuesdays- 1-4pm Wednesdays- 9am-12:30pm Cost: $40 for an hour (Spa Massage) Foot Reflexology Cost: 30 min- $20 or 45 min$30 Make an appointment today (503)588-6303
Healthy Living Lecture: Debunking Common Myths about Health
Have you experienced a massage with heated rocks and organic essential oils? In addition to the obvious benefits of stress reduction, massage also helps to increase circulation and joint mobility, enhance immunity, alleviate back pain, and leaves you with an overall feeling of well-being. Kathleen offers, a relaxing spa massage and foot
Center 50+ is excited to have Nutritional Therapy Consultant and Restorative Wellness Practitioner Tami Ju here to enlighten us on common health myths such as low-fat diets, eating less and moving more and calorie counting. Tami will also discuss the causes of many of our chronic illnesses such as diabetes and obesity. Tami will leave you feeling well informed with the tools to make you feel better, become healthier and change your life. Be sure to RSVP to the Health & Wellness Center 503-588-6321 if you are planning
PLEASE HELP US ESTABLISH LIFE LONG LEARNING CLASSES List your name or call 503-588-6303 and ask to be placed on class signup sheets. Most class fees are not collected till the first day of class. New! Group Class Opportunity- Your Class‌ Your Way Would you like to take a certain class we offer here at Center 50+, at a more convenient time and along with your friends or family members? We can make this happen! Great idea for parties and special gatherings: ¡ Art and Craft Class ¡ Culinary Class ¡ Fitness Class ¡ Computer Class ¡ and more Call 503-588-6303 for more information. Why Not Teach. Are you looking for a great opportunity to share your expertise or hobby interest? We are currently looking for Lifelong Learning instructors for the following subjects: arts and crafts, current events, film, history, people, places, culture, literature study, science and gardening. Call for more information call Bonnie Katich, ph. 503-588-6303. Cruising the Seas in History: Famous and infamous cruise ships. Instructor Doug Kroll PH. D. Cruising the ocean aboard beautiful passenger ships first became popular in the 1920s and in recent decades has become increasingly popular. Dr. Doug Kroll, a maritime historian and a veteran of ten cruise voyages, will trace a brief history of cruising the seas, and also introduce you to some of most famous and infamous cruise ships. Wonder what was the fastest cruise ship ever built? What is the largest cruise ship? What ship did they use for the classic Hollywood film “An Affair to Rememberâ€?? What was the greatest cruise ship disaster in terms of loss of life? What cruise ship did American actress Grace Kelly take to Monaco to marry Prince Ranier and become Princess Grace? What famous British ocean liner, sunk by a German U-boat, almost brought the United States into World War I? Class date: Tuesday, February 13. Class time: 10-12 p.m. Space Limited. Class fee: $5. Law for Non-Lawyers Retired law school professor and county attorney Roy Daniel will present the law in a non-legal, plain English version. It is an opportunity to participate in a discussion of law in a seminar format. There is no
text book; but, there will be a syllabus for each session to keep the class moving forward. What is Law? Why do we have so many laws? How are laws made? How are they applied and enforced? Learn the basic requirements of Contracts; the duties involved in personal liability for injury to another; laws relating to families and personal finances; and crimes. The classes will help you understand your basic legal rights, responsibilities, and obligations so that you can make better decisions, avoid lawsuits, and make law work for you, not against you. Four Class Dates: Wednesday, February 7, 14, 21 & 28. Time: 1:30-3:00 p.m. 4-Class Fee: $20. Mind & Body Therapy for People with Chronic Illness- Ki Instructor Bob Jones Living with chronic illness, including cancer, can cause life-altering emotional stress. It is within everyone’s ability to strengthen their mind to overcome this stress, and return to a bright, happy life. In this interactive course, we teach each other to unify mind and body by using simple exercises and a method of testing which show us how to change our thinking from minus to plus. Group members also learn techniques of Breathing and Meditation to do at home as a way of developing their ability to unify mind and body at will, which frees their mind from being controlled by their medical condition. Four course dates: Thursdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22. Class time: 10-11 a.m. Class fee: 30.00. Ukulele Classes. All Classes are held on Wednesdays, starting January 24 – March 14. Call Ron Relaford (503-363-3164) or e-mail (ukes@ukephoria.net) to reserve your spot. Class fee: $56. Additional fee to teacher: $7. Plus a book fee for the beginning class and any new strumming students. Beginning Strum Class time: Noon – 1 p.m. Intermediate Strummers Class time: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Intermediate Note Readers/Orchestra Class Time: 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Line Dancing with Instructor Colleen Roberts Witt Pre-Beginner Class: Through March 27th. Tuesday class time: 8:30- 9:30 a.m. Level One Beginner Class: Tuesdays at 1-2 p.m. and Thursdays at 10-11:00 a.m. Level Two Beginner Class: Fridays at 11 – 12 p.m.
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Featured Fitness for February: Ready, Set, Strong
It’s time to get started on those fitness goals for 2018. Ready, Set, Strong is a combination of strength and aerobic training. Mix a variety of cardio exercises with muscle building exercises for a full body workout that will get your heart pumping! This class focuses on working all of the major muscle groups in the body through a circuit training technique. Fitness Instructor and Certified Personal Trainer Jacob Fery promises a variety of exciting new exercises and a great total body workout. Classes are held Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am-10:00am. Cost: $6 drop in fee or 10 classes for $50.Your first class is complimentary. A special thank you to this year’s corporate sponsors -Home Instead and Providence Health Plan.
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Intermediate Class: Tuesdays at 10-11a.m. and Thursdays at 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. Class fee: $4 each class Theatre Art Class - Two Part Course Are you interested in theater? Would you like to attend a play here in Salem at Willamette University Theater? Join other like-minded adults for the play “Burn This� a play set in the bohemian art world of downtown New York in the 1980’s, on Saturday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m. Instructor, Karen Bolliger, is a longtime theater goer- but not actress! Karen will present a study class here at Center 50+, in order to prepare for the play, on Wednesday, February 21 from 10-11:30 a.m. The class will discuss the plot, characters of the play and what we can expect to see. Students must come in before Tuesday, February 20 to register and make PRE-PAYMENTS in order to reserve your place on class list. Class fee: $5.00. Additional ticket fee: $10. Class date: February 21. Bob Ross “Joy of Painting� Workshop You can learn to paint! Bob Ross created the Joy of Painting television series. His web site states: “All you need is the desire to make beautiful things happen on canvas.� Your certified instructor, Janet Sanders, believes that Bob’s fantastic techniques and some dedicated practice, masterpieces that you never dreamed possible will flow from your brush! Cost: $35 + $15 supply fee (includes canvas, paint, and use of brushes) for each workshop. Registration: Call Janet at 503-990-0064 to register. Limit of 10 students per workshop. Payment collected at class. Class dates/times: Sat., Feb. 17 at 9-3 p.m. and Tues., Feb. 20, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Card Making Make and take three adorable cards with instructor Joan Cowley. Class date: Feb. 15. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Students need to bring markers, colored pencils, 2sided adhesive tape, glue stick and scissors. Class cost: $5. Additional supply fee to instructor: $3. Paper Craft Workshop: Gift Bags, Boxes and More. Joan Cowley has so many ideas for making your gifts very special. This class is for all craft skill levels. Class date: Saturday, February 3. Class time: 12 – 2 p.m. Class fee: $5. Additional supply fee to instructor: See LEARNING, continued on next page
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Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: Safety in the Home
February Volunteer of the Month: SALLY HART
Are you a caregiver to a family member with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia and are concerned about their safety? Come and learn some tools and techniques for making your house a safe environment for your loved one, including ways to reduce the risk of falls. Join us on Wednesday, February 26, 2018 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road NE, Salem. This free educational seminar is for unpaid family caregivers caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia and those interested in learning more about dementia. Presenter: Jennifer Cabral, HR & Case Manager, Visiting Angels of Willamette Valley. Presented in partnership with Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program, Time With Friends Program and NorthWest Senior & Disability Services. Please call (503) 588-6303 to register. Thank you to our sponsors: Douglas, Conroyd, Gibb, & Pacheco, PC; Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem: WindSong at Eola Hills: Senior Helpers: and Visiting Angels.
Sally Hart has been with Center 50+ since it opened and prior to that at the original Salem Senior Center in downtown Salem. Sally and her husband, Ron, were new to Oregon in 2003 and settled in Kaiser to be near their grandchildren. Sally was drawn to the senior center as she enjoys people, wanted to volunteer, and become a part of the community. Sally initially volunteered full days and now volunteers part days twice a week at the front counter. Sally has been the secretary and treasurer for the Friends Board and planned several Friends’ Member Dinners. During tax season Sally volunteers for AARP checking paperwork prior to appointments. To the staff and fellow volunteers, Sally is the go-to person for the credit card machine at the front counter. Sally’s profession before retirement was an elementary school teacher. She taught kindergarten through 8th grade in 4 different states. Sally and Ron have been married for 55 years and still designate a date night once a week. As Rhodes Scholar recipients, they have taken 33 trips to numerous countries and throughout the United States. Sally’s current hobbies are continuing to travel, cooking, photography (in 2016 Sally won the Judges Choice award in Photography at the Oregon State Fair), and flower pot gardening. She is an active member of the Lancaster Photography Club and the Salem/Keizer Newcomers Club and serves on the board. Sally also volunteered at the Evergreen Museum for 4 years. Ron and Sally have two daughters, their husbands, and 3 grandchildren. They have filled years with the joy of supporting the kid’s numerous activities. We appreciate all you continue to do at Center 50+ and how you greet and help people on both sides of the front counter. Thank you Sally.
The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care: A Guide for Family Caregivers
Are you caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia? This series of three workshops based on the book “A Dignified Life: The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care - A Guide for Family Caregivers,” written by Virginia Bell and David Troxel, will offer real help to enhance your caregiving skills at any stage of the caregiving experience. Classes will meet on Mondays, March 5, 12 and 19, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Center 50+, 2615 Portland Road NE, Salem. These free workshops are for unpaid family caregivers caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Presenter: Michele Nixon, Regional Director, Pacific Living Centers, Inc. Presented in partnership with Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program, Time With Friends Program and NorthWest Senior & Disability Services. Class size is limited. Please call (503) 588-6303 to register. Thank you to our sponsors: Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Senior Helpers, Douglas, Conroyd, Gibb & Pacheco, PC and Visiting Angels
LEARNING, continued from previous page $3-5. Let’s Marimbaaaa! Four- class course. Learn to play Zimbabwean-style marimbas. We will learn to play simple, catchy tunes (including improvisation). No prior musical experience is required although a good sense of rhythm and beat is very helpful. The leader is Music teacher Martin Sobelman. All equipment/materials are provided. Class dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28. Class time: 12 – 1:00 p.m. Class fee: $50.00 for 4 classes. Space is limited. Drawing Course. Four class dates with Instructor Kate Cunningham. Re-view the World with Artist Eyes. Learn to draw what you SEE not what you know is there. Using pencil, charcoal and ink we will explore perspective and learn how to use light and shadow to give shape to objects drawn on a flat surface. We will be using live models, photos, art copies and imagination. On-going four week course. Beginners welcome. Bring a soft pencil for first day of your class, instructor will provide paper and an art supply list for future classes. Wednesday Class dates: Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28. Class time: 10 - 12 p.m. Monthly fee: $24. Intermediate and Beginning Evening Guitar Course Instructor Carl Treski has been teaching since he was 20 years old. Grab a guitar or dust it off and join our guitar class! This five week course is for those who know basic chord strumming. We’ll be starting with easy folk songs working our way up to songs by the Beatles, Eagles, and others. A drum machine will keep us together in a slow pace working our way up to faster styles with your teacher playing lead. Singing to these songs is optional. Some music theory will be discussed. Student must provide own guitar. Intermediate Course dates:
Wednesdays, Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28. Class time: 6:307:30 p.m. Beginning Course dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 7, 14, 21 & 28. Class time: 7:30- 8:30 p.m. Class fee: $40.00. Additional cost for print materials paid to instructor at classes. Private Guitar Lessons with Carl Treski. What a great holiday gift. Certificates are available. Learn to play like the pro’s …..40 years of experience are behind you when you learn note reading, chord strumming, and music theory, bar chords, position playing, and improvising. A song library of over 400 songs are available from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. So pick up that guitar and start now! Lessons are scaled to your personal abilities. All music and charts are free. Private lessons are $20.00 per ½ hour. Call Bonnie Katich at Center 50+, ph. 503-588-6303 for session arrangements. Intermediate I and II Acrylic Painting Classes are for those that have a basic knowledge of painting, using acrylic, oil or watercolor. Class will only be using Acrylics and will cover brush techniques, color mixing, textures, palette knife, composition and painting with gloved fingers! Students will be painting the same subject along with the instructor and will take home a completed painting each class. The instructor will call you with supply list prior to class. Intermediate I class dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 7 & 21 and Intermediate II class dates: Thursday, Feb. 8 & 22. Class time: 1-3:30 p.m. Class fee: $28 each class date. Carving Duck Decoys From Wood The Guild is a group of individuals dedicated to promoting the traditional history of decoy making and its development as an art form. Participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Class Date: Saturdays, January 27, February 24 and March 24. Class time: 9am-3pm. Cost: $3 per session plus any cost for wood.
SAVE-THE-DATE Special Meetings & Seminars North Salem Service Integration Team (SIT): Feb. 7 – 1:30 p.m. Tax Consulting with the Oregon Tax Consultants: Feb. 12 – 6 p.m. Kaiser Permanente: Feb. 13 – 10 a.m. Free Legal Advice: Feb. 9 - 9 a.m. (apt required) Age Friendly Initiative meeting: Feb. 21 – 2 p.m. Caregivers Seminar: Feb. 26 – 1 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Seminar: Feb. 6 - 3 p.m. Center 50+ Caregiver Support Group: Feb. Providence Health plans: Feb. 22 – 10 a.m.
While it is February one can taste the full joys of anticipation. Spring stands at the gate with her finger on the latch.
ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS ❦ FEBRUARY 2018
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February Birthday Party!
Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating the monthly Birthdays on the third Friday of each month. Immediately following lunch on Friday February 16th we will be serving cake. If it’s your birthday in January be sure to come for lunch, cake and a special gift. Everyone is welcome to join in the celebration. We embrace birthdays with ZEST! Thank you WindSong memory care for sponsoring our monthly Birthday parties
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CENTER 50+ PROVIDES A MOVIE AND POPCORN THE 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH. MOVIES ARE SHOWN AT 1:15 P.M. CLASSIC MOVIE - WEDNESDAY, February 14th: The Bounty NEW MOVIE – WEDNESDAY, February 28th: Dunkirk THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: ATRIO HEALTH PLAN Center 50+ meets the legal requirement set forth by the Motion Picture Industry. As a licensed organization the senior center has permission from the Motion Picture Licensing Corporation (MPLC) to provide public showings of movies/videos.
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TRIPS AHOY! Tuesday, March 20 – “Whale Watching, Depoe Bay” with lunch at Chinook Winds Casino. Experience the excitement of seeing whales “up close and personal” as they migrate past The Oregon Coast. The charter vessel has a comfortable heated cabin and restrooms. A stop a Chinook Winds for a buffet lunch with time to enjoy the casino or a short walk on the beach. This trip is subject to cancellation due to bad weather. Cost: $74 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, buffet lunch, and whale watching charter). EXTENDED TRIPS FOR 2018 Western Frontiers, June 20-28, 2018 Cape Cod & the Islands, Sept 9-15, 2018 Philadelphia, the Poconos & the Brandywine Valley, Oct 21-26, 2018 Charming French Canada, August 24-31, 2018 British Landscapes featuring England, Scotland and Wales, Sept 27Oct 6, 2018 Tropical Costa Rica, Nov 8-16, 2018 New Orleans Holiday, Dec 2-6, 2018 Stop by and pick-up a flier for these extended trips (full Itinerary and pricing). TRAVEL PRESENTATION: Monday, February 12, 10 a.m. Western Frontiers, Cape Cod & the Islands, Philadelphia, the Poconos & the Brandywine Valley, and New Orleans Holiday. The Travel Desk is open Monday - Friday from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
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♥ FEBRUARY LUNCH MENU ♥ February 1 Swedish Meatballs February 5 Cheese Ravioli February 6 Chicken Casserole February 7 Chicken Stir- Fry February 8 Meatloaf February 9 Chili Con Carne February 12 Penne w/ Meat Sauce February 13 Chicken Enchiladas February 14 Swedish Meatballs February 15 Herb Roasted Chicken February 16 Lasagna
February 19 closed February 20 Ham and Turkey February 21 Chicken Casserole February 22 Salisbury Steak February 23 Baked Fish or Chicken February 26 Chicken Parmesan w/ egg noodles February 27 Roasted Chicken or Pork February 28 Chicken Enchiladas All meals are subject to change
Club Meetings in February WAMS: February 1 – 6:00 p.m. Woodworkers Club: February 1 – 10:00 a.m. Spanish Club: February 2 & 16 – 2-4p.m. Grow & Show: February 1 – 7:00 p.m. (Class A) 4 Seasons: February 5 – 6:00 p.m. Lapidary Club: February 8 – 9:00 a.m. (Lecture) Book Club: February 13 – 1:30 p.m. Anglers Club: February 13 – 6:30 p.m. Woodturners: February 8 – 6:00 p.m. Veterans: February 10 – 12:30 p.m. Needlepoint: February 20 – 12:30 p.m. Garden Club: February 20 – 7:00 p.m. Salem Exchange Club: February 15 – 5:30 p.m. Fuchsia Club: February 26 – 7:00 p.m. Iris Society: February 20 – 6:00 p.m. SREA: February 28 – 2:00 p.m. Woodcarvers: February 27 - 7:00 p.m.
DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
Driver Safety/ 55 Alive: Feb. 5 – 1 p.m. & Feb. 8 – 1 p.m. Driver’s safety program is two sessions of instruction presented by AARP to improve your driving skills. Upon completion of the course you may qualify for a reduction in your auto insurance premium. Call Center 50+ at 503-588-6303 to register.
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Put on your favorite pair of frontier pants and join Oregon’s 159th birthday party and a celebration of the 175th anniversaries of the Oregon Trail and the Historic Vote at Champoeg. The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 17, at the Oregon State Capitol. Experience pioneer life as you pound on an anvil and test your blacksmithing skills, have a conversation with Dr. John McLoughlin as you arrive off the Oregon Trail, help
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build a log cabin, and test your skills at many other stations. All activities are free and the public is welcome. The event also includes music, costumed historic interpreters, games, free birthday
cake, a pioneer wagon, a stagecoach, and photo opportunities with the Oregon Pioneer and Dr. John McLoughlin, the Father of Oregon. Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting an interpretation of the historic vote at Champoeg by the House Chambers where the mural depicting that scene is hung. This is the 175th anniversary of that historic event, and of the Oregon Trail. The newly-preserved Ore-
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Meet the persona of Dr. John McLaughlin during the birthday celebration of Oregon statehood. gon State Constitution will be on display in the East Galleria starting on the actual birthday, Feb. 14, and will be displayed through the celebration. Members of State Archives will be on hand to discuss the document and its history. There will be an exhibit of winning essays from the Salem-Keizer School District’s “Why I Love Oregon” essay contest. This event is part of the
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