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Protecting the next generation 2 MARION-POLK EDITION
By B. LEE COYNE, MSW
When we moved into daylight savings time last month, we moved our clocks forward. And less than a year from now our State Legislature convenes, so let’s hope these forward-looking lawmakers step forward as well. Here are three proposals I would love to have enacted in 2019. School guidance counselors: At a very minimum let’s require that every middle and high school in Oregon be equipped with a counselor trained in what specific stressors likely lead to violent behavior. Along with that, stemming the volume of peer pressure needs
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to be pursued. Early signs of encroaching depression must be monitored and treated. If but one suicide is prevented, we all are the benefactors of an upgraded system. Mandating CRP training: We can close ranks by demanding that CPR or first aid training be included as part of health education classes at all our high schools. Many students will be involved in driving before they graduate. Knowing first aid can underscore how teens are less than invincible. And it can lead to broadened compassion. Plus, it may lead to the sav-
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ing of lives and limbs. Local social work school: Oregon has but one grad school for social work students. Unfortunately, it is housed in Portland where rents are sky-high. A second social work school in the Salem area has many advantages. One particular advantage is the proximity to Oregon State Hospital, which provides mental health treatment. Even more, there are state penitentiaries handling adult corrections, the Oregon Youth Authority addresses troubled juveniles, and Salem is the headquarters for the Oregon Health
Plan. Aging, disability and addiction policies are also shaped in Salem. All of these provide excellent fieldwork for future social workers who can work alongside policy planners who can act to train them beyond casework acumen. This helps this very important next generation of social workers to be even smarter and more effective in our state. I believe they can even back up our corps of first responders when trauma sets in for survivors of the “big one.” We must ponder that terrible scene sooner rather than later. Enacting laws that allow
funds and programs such as these to move forward benefit our society as a whole because we’re taking steps to ensure that we look out for one another, and that we have the tools to do so. As much as we’d like everyone in society to be mentally and physically well, we know that’s not always the case. Teaching our children at home and in school how to recognize warning signs, and how to step in during an emergency helps Oregonians be at their best. ■ (B. Lee Coyne worked in the field of mental health counseling and was also a Red Cross debriefer in New York City following the tragedy on Sept. 11, 2001.)
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evidence suggests it also may help keep the brain sharp as people age. The problem is that most older people don’t get enough of it. With a new $4.7 million grant from the National Insti-
tutes of Health, UC Davis researchers will launch a firstof-its-kind study to determine if vitamin D supplementation in the elderly can effectively help prevent cognitive decline, and whether the association is stronger among African Americans and Latinos. “Vitamin D deficiency disproportionately affects the elderly because as people age the skin no longer synthesizes vitamin D effectively,” says John Olichney, professor of neurology, clinical core leader for the UC Davis Alzheimer’s Disease Center and study principal investigator. “And it’s especially a problem among people with darker skin. It’s an epidemic in our elderly, even in sunny California.” To address the problem, Olichney will lead a fiveyear, phase II randomized trial that will involve a diverse group of 180 people in the Sacramento and East Bay areas. One-third of participants will have normal cognition, another third will have mild cognitive impairment (isolated memory loss), and the third group will have mild Alzheimer’s dementia. All participants will get vitamin D supplements, but half will get a high dose – 4,000 international units per day, while the rest will receive the standard intake of 800 international units recommended by the Institute of Medicine. ■
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Dental services — on the go
MAY 2018 • nwboomerandseniornews.com
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Two local mobile dental care providers help low-income, homebound By MARY OWEN BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS
Kyle Isaacs and Lori Killen Aus are part of a growing breed of mobile dental care providers who actually pack up their dental tools and come to their patients — from the home to the hospital and even to senior care facilities. Both are passionate about providing good dental care to patients who otherwise may not have access to it. To provide such care, both hold an expanded-practice dental permit that allows them to clean teeth and perform minor dental procedures away from a dental office and without direct supervision by a dentist. “My services are important especially for people who are unable to care for themselves or cannot go to a dental office,” says Isaacs, who runs Miles 2 Smiles LLC. “When they are unable to clean their own teeth and go to a dental office, not only do they have a higher incidence of cavities, periodontal disease and tooth loss, but also
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the chronic food and bacteria in their mouths can be aspirated into their lungs causing pneumonia. This is the number one reason residents of long term care facilities go to the hospital and die.” Isaacs says these patients
are also more likely to lose teeth, and often when they cannot care for themselves, the decay and gum disease occur at a faster rate. “When these problems are happening in their mouths, they can have pain,” she says.
“It can be more difficult to eat. They are likely to have nutritional issues that make them more likely to get sick. And their self-esteem and quality of life usually decline as well. Chronic poor oral health has also been shown to be a contributing factor with some other diseases such as Alzheimer’s, some cancers, heart disease and strokes.” Isaacs hails from a family of dental professionals – her dad is a retired dentist, her mother is a retired dental hygienist, and her brother is a dentist working in Delaware. “You might say it’s in my genes,” says Isaacs, a member of Altrusa of Corvallis, a volunteer service organization. “I always loved doing things with my hands, connecting with people, and helping others, so dental hygiene seemed to be a good fit.” She worked in private dentistry in California and Alaska before coming to Oregon four and a half years ago. A mother of two daughters and two stepsons, she helps her husband with their small organic farm when not providing dental services. “Working in a private practice was great,” says Isaacs, who has worked in dentistry more than three decades. “I loved building relationships with my patients and coworkers. We were all like family.
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After a while, I kept thinking about all the people who were unable to access dental care for many reasons — money, mobility issues, dementia and other special needs.” To answer the need, Isaacs
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took to the road. She sees patients in Marion, Benton, Linn and Lane counties. She serves as an on-call dental hygienist for Benton County, and is part of a team that visits elementary and middle schools in Linn and Benton counties. Isaacs also gives talks to dental health professionals and teaches continuing education courses. “I am passionate about taking care of people who are dependent and cannot access a dental office,” she says. “I am also passionate about helping the public and other healthcare providers understand the importance of good oral health on overall health and quality of life.” In 2009, following her master’s degree and a tour in South Africa, Killen Aus realized poverty is a major factor in dental care. Within months of returning from South Africa,
she created her own mobile dental hygiene business, Oral Health for Life LLC. Since observing poverty in a foreign country, Killen Aus realized “there are those around me with the same needs. I purchased mobile equipment and supplies to serve those who are unable to access oral health care.” She actually began her career in 1980, and got her expanded-practice permit in 2001. Becoming a provider for Exceptional Needs Dental Services, where Isaacs also gets referrals, Killen Aus connected with care facilities throughout Lincoln, Columbia, Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington, Yamhill and Marion counties. In 2012, she began practices inside two area facilities: Friendsview in Newberg, and Capital Manor in Salem. “I get cards and letters of gratitude from the residents’ spouses or family members,”
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Mobile services may include preventative dental hygiene services, prophylaxis, therapeutic gum therapy, soft denture relines, fluoride varnish application, Silver Diamine Fluoride application, oral cancer screenings, periodontal assessments, and referrals to dentists for exams and X-rays. She also offers weekly tooth brushing, flossing or other aids for cleaning in between teeth, and xylitol and re-mineralizing products to help with the bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease. Miles 2 Smiles, 541-740-4694. Oral Health for Life, 503-6575046.
she says. “I enjoy wonderful working relationships with collaborating dentists who offer restorative treatment when needed. Prevention of oral disease is so paramount to overall
wellness.” A large part of her practice is to the under-served, Killen Aus says. “Many seniors — around 66 percent — do not have dental insurance, some living in HUD facilities, some in their homes or adult care homes,” she says. “I offer very low-cost preventative care.” A volunteer adjunct professor for several dental hygiene programs, she takes dental hygiene students to free clinic sites, a win/win for all. “The students gain valuable experience outside of their regular learning environment,” she says, “and the people who are served gain the benefits of the much-needed oral health services at no cost.” Both Killen Aus and Isaacs are honing their skills to work with the growing clientele of memory-impaired patients. They hold hands with and sing to their patients during procedures, lessening the stress associated with the care.
“Some are at the end of their life, and though they are unable to communicate with words,” Killen Aus says, “they have a way of displaying gratitude for their clean and fresh mouth.” Isaacs finds spending quality time with her patients rewarding, no matter the location. She attends several health fairs each year and volunteers when (Mission of Mercy) is taking place. “I would love to help organize some oral cancer screening days,” Isaacs says. “I love giving back and utilizing my skills to help others, so I’m always open to finding new events.” They both agree that despite the challenges — clerical tasks, toting equipment, traveling, or fending off back aches from leaning over a bed — the work is rewarding. “Some nights I go to bed very tired and sore,” Killen Aus says, “but the rewards of this work allow me to get out of bed the next morning with renewed energy and a smile.” ■
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Ink and age
MAY 2018 • nwboomerandseniornews.com
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Tattoos remain wildly popular, even among older adults
By MARY OWEN
BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS
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This intricate design of pink roses by Delan Canclini is one example of today’s tattoos. Be aware that aging skin changes the shape, composition and elasticity of tattoos because they are embedded in the skin.
Statistics are proving that tattoos are no longer for rebels, bikers or veterans. About 13 percent of Baby Boomers have tattoos, which is an approximately $1.65 million industry. Thirty-two percent of people with at least one tattoo report getting addicted to ink, research shows. “Age does alter skin, and as one ages there can be more challenges,” says Canclini, who advises finding a knowledgeable artist to create the ink. “I first and foremost do research when I am getting tattooed. I find the right artist, schedule an appointment, and then the day of I wear comfy clothes and eat a ton of food for breakfast. I show up and let the artist I trusted do their thing artistically.” Since drawings involve needles, getting a tattoo can be painful, but Canclini says the hurt is subjective. “Some spots barely hurt at all, some are pretty rough. I have tattooed probably a hundred first-timers and when almost everyone feels the start of their first tattoo, they usually say, ‘Oh, that’s it.’ There is a lot of built-up hype around tattoos, and I’d say, yeah, they hurt in some spots, but they are worth it if you want them badly enough.
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Whether a small flower or a full arm sleeve, the beauty of body art transcends age so go ahead and get that “tat.” “I have tattooed octogenarians, and my 92-year-old grandma has informed me she wants her first tattoo next time I see her,” says Delan Canclini, owner of The Ink Underground in Salem. “I don’t think you can be too old to get tattooed. I feel that getting a tattoo is something you do, or should do, for yourself and not for others, and whatever age you do get tattooed is the right age if you want it.” Like the proverbial spider to the fly, Canclini invites adventurous seniors to “come on in” to his parlor, in the basement of the Reed Opera House in downtown Salem. Unlike the poor fly, his clients leave with another addition to their “canvas,” body art that often tells a story and/or provides a memory. “Military symbols are a common tattoo for seniors,” says Canclini, “as well as flowers and names of loved ones.” Canclini grew up in California and moved to Oregon to attend Willamette University, where he got his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. “I became a teacher, and then missed art and decided to become a tattoo artist,” says Canclini, who started tattooing seven years ago and “can’t imagine doing anything else.” His love of art motivates Canclini to create “beautiful pieces that are worn everywhere my clients go for the rest of their lives. “My tattoos have been at people’s weddings, their children’s births, their vacations around the world … Christmas mornings,” he says. “I just think it’s amazingly cool to get to bring their ideas to life and to make something they can have with them forever.” Canclini says he goes out of his way to listen to his clients. “I design specifically for them, and I do my very best for them,” he adds. “Usually seniors might get a tattoo or maybe two, but I have regulars working on ongoing projects.”
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“As soon as they’re done, they just sort of feel like a light sunburn,” he says. “De-
pending on how your artist suggests you take care of it after, the healing process can be quick, simple and painless.” Another consideration is how tattoos change with age. According to Medical Daily, aging skin changes the shape, composition and elasticity of tattoos because they are embedded in the skin. Aging tattoos begin to lose detail in terms of color and definition, and the ink particles in older tattoos tend to move deeper into the skin over time, causing the tattoo to look bluish, faded and blurry, making their removal with laser treatment more difficult, the site says. According to Inked Mag, the top reason for tattoo regret is being too young at the time of getting the first tattoo. Other reasons include personality and style changes, unprofessionallooking tattoos, having an expartner’s name tattooed, and having a tattoo that lacks meaning. More popular these days are tattoos covering surgical scars and other cosmetic ap-
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Views about tattoos have changed in the past 10 years. Have you changed with the times? Are you considering a tattoo for yourself? theinkunderground.com plications. Regardless of wrinkles and the potential for wandering ink as bodies change, a recent Washington Post article says Baby Boomers and retirees are still “getting tattoos, fulfilling lifelong dreams and raising eyebrows.” And Canclini is grateful to be a part of the movement. “Tattooing is an art, and I’m so thankful to all of those that trust me with their bodies, their canvasses,” he says. “I love making art every day. Whether an 87-year old veteran or an 18-year-old getting their first piece, I am always honored to create something cool for them.” ■
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NW BOOMER & SENIOR NEWS • MAY 2018 Family History Class, 2 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $2.
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(through May 6) Annual Spring Rummage, Plant, Book and Art Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE.
(through May 11) OSU: 150th Anniversary Exhibit, Oregon State Capitol.
First Tuesday Art Talk with Jim Hockenhull, 10 a.m., Bush Barn Art Center, 600 Mission St. SE, Salem. Free.
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Senior Citizen Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., Silverton Middle School, 714 Schlador St., Silverton. Free. 503-873-3093.
(through June 13) “The Elephant Man,” 7:30 p.m., Pentacle Theatre, 324 52nd Ave. NW, Salem. $29. Pentacletheatre.org.
Prince of Peace Episcopal Church’s Afternoon Tea with Mum and Me, 2 p.m., Masonic Temple, 1625 Brush College Road, West Salem. $20/$15. 503-585-1479 or 503370-9733.
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Local Author Fair, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Stayton Public Library, 515 N. 1st Ave.
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Bingo, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $5.50. Hawaiian Luau Dinner, 6 to 8 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $21/$20. Dinner by SHS students; entertainment by Silverton Ukulele Network.
All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $4.50.
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Abigail Scott Duniway chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, “Latest Update on Recycling in Marion and Linn Counties,” 10 a.m., Stayton Fire District, 1988 W. Ida St., Stayton. Park in back. 503-769-5951.
Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, with Jefferson Parks Band, Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $5.
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Willamette Valley Women’s Military League, hosting Colonel
Silverton Senior Center trip: Lilac Gardens. 503-873-3093.
“How to Know When It’s Time for Memory Care, 1 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. Free.
“Borderline Crazies,” 7:30 p.m., Theatre West, 3536 Hwy. 101, Lincoln City. Theatrewest.com.
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Mother’s Day Tea and Fashion Show, 2 to 4 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. $15.
Willamette Valley Genealogical Society, “Irish Research,” noon to 1 p.m., Anderson Rooms A/B, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. 503-364-9439.
Sheep to Shawl Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. SE, Salem. Willametteheritage.org.
(also May 23) Saturday Dance with Bad Motor Scooter, 8 p.m., Salem Eagles Lodge, 2771 Pence Loop SE, Salem.
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(also May 19) Keizer Community Library Spring Book Sale, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Keizer City Hall. 503-3902370 or keizerlibrary.org.
(through May 20) Detroit Lake Fishing Derby, 6 a.m., Detroit City Hall, 160 Detroit Ave. detroitlakeoregon.org.
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Pet Parade, 10 a.m., downtown Silverton.
Pancake/Biscuit and Gravy Breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m., South Salem Senior Center, 6450 Fairway Ave. SE. $5.
Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, with The Country Gents, Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $5.
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Salem Concert Band provides a live musical score for the showing of “1805, A Town’s Tale,” 3 p.m., Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St., Salem. $20. Ticketswest.com.
Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, with Charles and the Angels, Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $5.
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Mother’s Day Museum Tours, 1 to 4 p.m., Bush House Museum, 600 Mission St. SE, Salem. Free.
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(through June 10) “Shout! The Mod Musical,” 7:30
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Benefit concert for WildCat Ridge Sanctuary,
Celebrate Syttende Mai (Norwegian Constitution Day), with folk music, dancing and Norwegian food potluck, 6:30 p.m., Sons of Norway, Brush College Road NW, Salem. 503-302-7973.
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(through May 20) Keizer Iris Festival, 10 a.m., various events. Keizerchamber.com.
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Dementia Education, 1 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St.
Bad Motor Scooter, 8 p.m., Salem Eagles Lodge, 2771 Pence Loop SE, Salem.
Walk MS: Salem, 9 a.m., Riverfront Park, 200 Water St. NE, Salem. Main.nationalmssociety.org.
p.m., The Historic Grand Theater, 187 High St. NE, Salem. $23/$28. 503-585-3427.
Dwight Morse and his JROTC representatives, 11 a.m., Walery’s Pizza, 1555 Edgewater NW, Salem. 503-3626858.
with Aaron Meyer and JP, 4 to 6 p.m., Chehalem Tasting Room, Newberg. $75. 503-8732309 or wildcatridge.schoolauction.net/music.
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Lifestyle Changes and Housing, 6 p.m., Silverton Senior Center, 115 Westfield St. Free.
Tillamook County Democrats, 6 p.m., Tillamook County Library, Hatfield Room, 1716 Third St. tillcodems.org.
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Saturday Night Dance and Potluck, with Crossfire, Keizer/Salem Area Seniors, 930 Plymouth Dr. NE, Keizer. $5. Send your calendar items to: NW Boomer and Senior News Calendar, P.O Box 12008 Salem, OR 97309 or email mte@nwseniornews.com by the 6th of the month for the following month’s publication.
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Friday, May 11 ❊ 2:30-4 p.m. Join us as we treat mothers to a special tea, musical entertainment and door prizes. RSVP to Center 50+ by Monday, May 8 at 503-588-6303. Limited seating Thanks to our sponsors Avemere Court, Marquis Homecare and FunTastic Red Hat Group.
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◗ Kaiser Permanente: 5/8, 10am
◗ AARP Driver Safety Classes: 6/4 & 6/7 ◗ Atrio: 5/10, 1pm
◗ Medicare 101: 5/17, 10am
◗ Regence Med Advantage: 5/17, 1pm ◗ World Tai Chi Day: 4/28
◗ Line Dance Fundraiser: 5/9, 6-8pm, $5
◗ Providence: 5/24, 10am
◗ Hillside Retirement: 5/23. 10:30am, (lunch) RSVP 503-588-6303
◗ Age Friendly Assessment Team: 5/16, 2pm Details coming soon!
HOW TO GET MORE INFORMATION ❐ Call for your newcomers packet 503-588-6303 ❐ Stop by the Center for a tour ❐ Tune in to KBZY Radio 1490 AM, Fridays at 8:10 a.m. ❐ Visit our website at: www.cityofsalem/Center 50+ ❐ Pick up a FREE copy of the NW Boomer & Senior News at Center 50+ or at many local merchants.
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OLDER AMERICANS MONTH 2018:
Engage at Every Age
Across the country, older Americans – a rapidly growing population – are taking part in activities that promote wellness and social connection. They are sharing their wisdom and experience with future generations, and they are giving back to make enrich their communities. They’re working and volunteering, mentoring and learning, leading and engaging. For 55 years, Older Americans Month (OAM) has been observed to recognize older Americans and their contributions to our communities. Led by the Administration for Community Living’s Administration on Aging, every May offers opportunity to hear from, support, and celebrate our nation’s elders. This year’s OAM theme, “Engage at Every Age,” emphasizes the importance of being active and involved, no matter where or when you are in life. You are never too old (or too young) to participate in activities that can enrich your physical, mental, and emotion well-being. It is becoming more apparent that remaining socially engaged can improve the quality of life for older adults. Center 50+ will use OAM 2018 to focus on how older adults in our area are engaging with friends and family, and through various community activities. Throughout the month, Center 50+ will conduct activities and share information about local resources and activities. We encourage you to get involved by coming to Center 50+ for lunch and a tour and discover local opportunities. Or check out the web at www.cityofsalem.net.
May Birthday Party!
Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating our monthly birthday celebration; the third Friday of each month. Immediately following lunch on Friday, May 18th we will be serving cake. If it’s your birthday in May, be sure to have lunch and receive a special gift. Everyone is welcome to join in the festivity. Thank you WindSong memory care for sponsoring our monthly Birthday parties! A special thank you to this year’s corporate sponsors - Home Instead and Providence Health Plan.
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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 like, 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.
Swedish massage, a relaxing spa massage and reflexology. Kathleen is available: Mondays & Thursday- 10am-5:30pm Tuesdays- 1-4pm Wednesdays- 9am-12:30pm Cost: $1 per minute or $40 for an hour (Spa & Swedish Massage) Reflexology Cost: 30 min- $20 or 45 min- $30 Make an appointment today 503-588-6303.
First Aid & CPR Certification Classes
Please help us welcome our new Massage Therapist Kathleen Hauptman (LMT #5531) Kathleen brings to Center 50+ over 20 years of massage experience and provides a wonderfully relaxing table massage experience. In addition to the obvious benefits of stress reduction, massage also helps to increase circulation and joint mobility, enhance immunity and alleviate low back pain, and leaves you with an overall feeling of relief. Kathleen offers
Center 50+ is excited to offer CPR and First Aid Certification classes at an affordable price. Certified by the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) CPR Instructor Carol Gleason has over 20 years of experience. The ASHI certification class is designed for those who have little or no medical training. The ASHI Heart saver CPR/AED/First Aide teaches skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until the Emergency Medical Team arrives. In this class you will learn to recognize, respond to and treat a variety of first aid emergencies, perform CPR and use an AED in a cardiac arrest situation. When you complete the
Please help us establish our Lifelong Learning Classes by registering and paying for classes at the front desk in advance. You may also sign up and register for classes over the phone, call 503-588-6303. Container Veggie Small Space Gardening – with Master Gardeners. Do you think you don’t have the space for a vegetable garden? Or the energy for a big garden? What can you do if you only have a patio or deck, no yard space? All you need is the space for a square foot bed to grow an amazing amount of produce. In this class we will talk about what plants are best for small spaces. What kind of containers work. Class date: Tuesday, May 22. Class time: 1-2:30 p.m. Class fee: $3 Fly Tying Course. Instructor Mike Tucker has been tying flies and fishing for 58 years. He is classified as a Master in the “Art of Tying and Fishing Flies”. The course will cover the following: the use of tools, materials, knots and proportions. Students will receive supply list on the first day of class. This 2 week course includes 6 class dates and is recommended for all levels: Mondays- May 14 & 21, Tuesdays- May 15 & 22 and Thursdays-May 17 & 24. Class times: 1- 3:30 p.m. Course fee: $35 Brushes and Blessings. Hands-on instructor Chistina, who loves everything artistic, will teach this 2 day class. The first day you will decoupage a 16 x 20 canvas with your choice of colorful maps or whimsical sheet music. The second day, follow along with easy steps to paint our design on top, using bold, acrylic paint. All supplies are provided… you just bring a smile! No experience needed. Class dates: Tuesday, May 29 and Wednesday, May 30. Class time: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Class fee: $29 The Power of Probiotics- Kombucha. Join Cheryl O’dell, from Natural Grocers, to learn more about eating fermented, probiotic-rich foods that keeps your gut—and you—healthy.
For thousands of years, humans have relied on these superfoods for overall health, but today our diet is often lacking in them. You will be able to sample an innovative mocktail made using the ancient elixir- Kombucha. Class date: Wednesday, May 16. Class time: 1-2:30 p.m. Class fee: $3 Building Future Friendships – Learning from Our Past with presenter Rose Dane. This is a unique class for women who wish to learn and share from each other – you will participate in class exercises and games. Hear the story of Elizabeth Lord and Edith Schryver, two daring “pioneers” of Oregon architecture and their special friendship. Class date: Tuesday, May 1. Class time: 1-2:30 p.m. Class cost: $5. Students have option to gather as a group and tour Deepwood Estates on May 9 at 10:00 a.m Beginner String Art with Sandra Dee. String art is so simple and fun to do. In this class you will work on a wood board, use a hammer to drive nails around the pattern of your choice, and then use embroidery floss, yarn or string to fill it in! Choose to make a personal monogram initial or several other popular designs. Class date: Monday, May 1. Class time: 2- 4:30 p.m. Class fee: $5. Additional supply cost: $5. Students are asked to bring in their own hammers! Coming Soon- Card Playing Courses. Double Deck Pinochle Partners and Cutthroat. In each 6 week course you will learn Double Deck Partners, both Pass and No-Pass and Cutthroat Pinochle. There are 2- Six class courses. Course One- Fridays, June 15 – July 20 with class time: 910:30 a.m. and Course Two - Fridays, July 6 – August 10 with class time: 11-12:30 p.m. Course fee: $40. Additional supply fee to instructor $5. Optional Cheat Sheets $5 to Instructor Mind & Body Therapy for People with Chronic Illness- Ki Instructor Bob Jones. Living with chronic illness, including cancer, can cause life-altering emotional stress. Group members
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class you will leave with your certification card in hand. The cost is just $30. Call the Fitness Center today to reserve your seat in one of the following classes: Wednesday May 23rd 1-5pm.
Featured Fitness Class for May: Ready, Set, Strong
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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also learn techniques of Breathing and Meditation to do at home. Four course dates: Thursdays, May 10, 17, 24 & 31. Class time: 10-11 a.m. Class fee: $30. Line Dancing with Instructor Colleen Roberts Witt. Pre-Beginner Class: Through May. Tuesday class time: 8:30- 9:30 a.m. Level One Beginner Class: Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m. and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Level Two Beginner Class: Fridays, 11-12 p.m. Intermediate Class: Tuesdays, 10-11a.m. and Thursdays, 8:45-9:45 a.m. Class fee: $4 each class. Bob Ross “Joy of Painting” Workshop. You can learn to paint! Bob Ross created the Joy of Painting television series. Cost: $35 + $15 supply fee (includes canvas, paint, and use of brushes) for each workshop. Talk to instructor, call Janet at 503-990-0064. First 10 students to register and pay at Center 50+ will be on class roster. Class dates/times: Tues., May 15 and Sat., May 19. Class time: 9am – 3pm. Card Making. Make and take three adorable cards with instructor Joan Cowley. Class date: Thursday, May 10. Class time: 1-3 p.m. Students need to bring markers, colored pencils, 2-sided 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, May 5. Class time: 12 – 2 p.m. Class fee: $5. Additional supply fee to instructor: $3-5. Let’s Marimbaaaa! Five-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
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Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: What To Do When Your Loved One Has Dementia
If you are a full-time caregiver to a family member with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia and tired of not knowing what to do or where to turn for help, this seminar is for you! Join us on Monday, May 14, from 2 to 4 pm, 2615 Portland Rd. NE, Salem, to learn a simple system that creates harmony in the home, peace in your heart, and confidence in your gut. 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: Christy Turner, Dementia Sherpa. 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; WindSong at Eola Hills; Senior Helpers; and Visiting Angels.
Got Hugs? Caregivers Need Them
Have you hugged a caregiver today? They really need your hugs! Hugs have been shown to reduce heart rate, improve overall mood, lower blood pressure and increase nerve activity. Along with a host of other beneficial effects, hugging leads to the release of hormones which fight feelings of depression, loneliness and emotional outbursts. Long hugs (at least five Mississippi’s) also result in increased serotonin levels, elevating mood and happiness. Providing care for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can often be stressful, so hug a caregiver and tell them you care! The Among Friends Adult Day Respite Program for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias at Center 50+ is an excellent source for respite and hugs - we hug often! For further information, call the Respite Coordinator, at 503-588-6303. Thank you to our sponsors: Douglas, Conroyd, Gibb, & Pacheco, Pacific Living Centers, Inc. – Hawthorne House and Harmony House of Salem, WindSong at Eola Hills, Senior Helpers, and Visiting Angels.
LEARNING, continued from previous page helpful. The leader is Music teacher Martin Sobelman. All equipment/materials are provided. Class dates: Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. Class time: 12 – 1p.m. Class fee: $62.50 for 5 classes. Drawing Course. Four class dates with Instructor Kate Cunningham. 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. Ongoing 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: May 2, 9, 16 & 23. Class time: 10 - 12 p.m. Course fee: $24 Intermediate and Beginning Evening Guitar Course. Instructor Carl Treski. 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. Student must provide own guitar. Intermediate Course dates: Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 16 & 23. Class time: 8-9 p.m. Beginning Course dates: Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 16 & 23. Class time: 7- 8 p.m. Advanced Course dates: Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 16 & 23. Class time: 6- 7 p.m. Class fee: $40. Additional cost for print materials paid to instructor at classes. Private Guitar Lessons with Carl Treski. 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. So pick up that guitar and start now! Private lessons are $20 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. 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, May 2 & 16 and Intermediate II class dates: Thursday, May 3 & 17. Class time: 1-3:30 p.m. Class fee: $28 each class date. Listening for Better Relationships - Two Courses with Instructor Meg Rowe. The practice of listening to learn and understand helps builds a platform for more genuine, trusting relationships. Course One: Building Skills. We explore what effective listening feels like and identify common barriers to quality listening. Through discussion and activity, students learn and practice Active Listening Skills and discus its limitations. Course Two: Staying Steady. Under stressful situations or encounters, developing skills is only half of the challenge to effective listening. To use the tools, we have to be able to remain steady and present in the moment. Using discussion and activities, including breathing techniques and visualizations, we will work toward listening under stressful situations while remaining grounded. Courses may be taken separately or together. Course One: Building Skills. Class dates: Mondays, May 7 and 14. Class time: 6-8 p.m. Course Two: Staying Steady. Class dates: Tuesday, May 22 and 29. Class time: 6-8 p.m. Course fee: $5 ea.
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Often you will find students running around the Center doing special projects. Students from Western Oregon University, Chemeketa Community College, and Willamette University bring great skills to the Center. Recently a student from Western Oregon took the lead in planning and organizing the Center’s first Tech workshop. The title of the event was “Taking the Fear out of Technology for seniors”. Over 60 people enjoyed free workshops on on-line safety, adaptive technology, virtual reality, safely using social media and more. Thanks April! Brenda and Marcy from the Chemeketa Human Services Program helped in two different areas at the Center. Marcy shared her caring heart and experience in the Respite Program: leading activities and working one on one with members. Brenda, has been busy planning for the Center’s Age Friendly Salem Health and Resource Fair in June. This term Rita will be here helping in Respite and in the main office. Her hope is to gain additional experience working with older adults as they look forward to a career in this field. Hannah from Western Oregon University has planned brown bag series. People are invited to join her every Monday from Noon2p.m. to watch various Ted Talk Videos followed by an interactive discussion. This is free and open to the public. Center 50+ benefits greatly from the partnership with local colleges and Universities. Through the years students have brought such enthusiasm, energy, and great skill and intelligence. If these students are any indication of our World’s future— it sure looks bright.
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Drop-In Tutoring
Our list of are app tutor sessions keeps growing — we have Blogging, Pinterest, and Mac help going strong. We are adding Word Processing with Microsoft Word, Learn a New Language with Duolingo, and more to come… These tutoring sessions are in addition to our classes and workshops that we continue to offer. We still have our Smartphones and Tablets class, Introduction to Computers, and workshops by Digital Natives. Look for the long awaited Geocaching this May. It will allow us to use technology outdoors to discover new paths and enjoy nature. Remember we are always looking for volunteer lab assistants and instructors. If you know how to use a specific program or app that others may be interested in and have the ability to explain how to use it in basic terms volunteering with Tech 50+ could be the thing for you. Contact the Tech 50+ Computer Learning Center at 503-588-6303 or by email at ascott@cityofsalem.net.
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ONGOING WEEKLY PROGRAMS ✤ MAY 2018
Monday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:15 am 10:00 am 11:30 am 5:30 pm 6:45 pm
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Tuesday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:15 pm 5:30 pm 6:30 pm
Woodshop Lapidary Ladies Billiards Ready, Set, Strong SilverSneakers Yoga Line Dancing - Int. History Discussion Group Respite Care Tone Your Bones Lunch Tai Chi Line Dancing Tai Chi Evening Tai Chi Table Tennis
Wednesday 7:00 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:15 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 1:00 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm
Sunrise Rotary Woodshop Lapidary Billiards SilverSneakers Woodcarving Ukulele SHIBA (by appt only) Yoga SilverSneakers Respite Care Lunch Writing Life Story Jewelry Techniques Zumba
JOIN US AT THE MOVIES! CENTER 50+ PROVIDES A MOVIE AND POPCORN THE 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH. MOVIES WILL BE SHOWN AT 1:15 P.M. CLASSIC MOVIE – WEDNESDAY, May 9th NEW MOVIE – WEDNESDAY, May 23rd 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! Monday, April 30 – Timberline Lodge, plated luncheon and Lodge Tour. Cost: $79 (includes transportation, driver gratuity, lunch, and tour). Tuesday, May 15 – Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden and Bauman Farms, cost $30. Waiting list only! EXTENDED TRIPS FOR 2018 & 2019 Cape Cod & the Islands, Sept 9-15, 2018 Philadelphia, the Poconos & the Brandywine Valley, Oct 21-26, 2018 Tropical Costa Rica, Nov 8-16, 2018 New Orleans Holiday, Dec 2-6, 2018 Southern Charm, April 6-12, 2019 Imperial Cities of Central Europe, August 10-12, 2020 Stop by and pick-up a flier for these extended trips (full Itinerary and pricing). TRAVEL PRESENTATION: Tuesday, June 7 at 1:30 p.m. Cape Cod & the Islands, Philadelphia, the Poconos & the Brandywine Valley, New Orleans Holiday, and Washington DC & Williamsburg. SPECIAL TRAVEL PRESENTATION: Tuesday, April 24, 1 p.m. Imperial Cities of Central Europe featuring Oberammergau Passion Play scheduled for August 10-12, 2020. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to view the moving religious performance that takes place only every 10 years, the origins of this historic event dating back to 1634. Tour includes tickets to the performance and a full cultural tour of Budapest, Vienna & Prague. Limited space – a deposit is due by mid-May 2018 to hold your space. This will be the only presentation viewing this trip. Also presenting Tropical Costa Rica and Southern Charm. The Travel Desk is open Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:45 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:00 pm 1:15 pm 6:30 pm
Woodshop Lapidary Billiards Line Dancing - Int. Ready, Set, Strong SilverSneakers Yoga Line Dancing - Beg. Tone Your Bones Time With Friends Lunch Tai Chi Bingo Ladies Billiards Tai Chi Table Tennis
Friday 8:30 am 8:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 1:00 pm 1:00 pm
Woodshop Lapidary Billiards Watercolor Studio Respite Care Lunch Cards/Games Woodcarving
In times of inclement weather or hazardous 8:30 am Lapidary roadamconditions turn your 8:30 Pool/Billiards 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.
★ MAY LUNCH MENU ★ May 1 May 2 May 3 May 4
Roasted Pork or Chicken Swedish Meatballs Chicken Stir-fry BBQ Chicken
May 7 Cheese Ravioli May 8 Chicken Enchiladas May 9 Salisbury Steak May 10 Herb Roasted Chicken May 11 Baked Fish or Chicken May 14 May 15 May 16 May 17
Beef Stroganoff Chicken Stir-Fry Chile Con Carne BBQ Chicken
May 18 Lasagna May 21 May 22 May 23 May 24 May 25
Chicken Casserole Meatloaf Herb Roasted Chicken Penne W/Meat Sauce Baked Fish or Chicken
May 28 May 29 May 30 May 31
Chicken Salad Chicken Enchiladas Swedish Meatballs Chicken Stir-Fry
All meals are subject to change
Club Meetings in May ✤ Spanish Club: May 4th & 18th @ 2pm
✤ Woodturners: May 10th @ 6:00pm
✤ WAMS: May 3rd @ 6:30 pm
✤ Garden Club: May 17th @ 7:00pm
✤ 4 Seasons: May 7th @ 6:00pm ✤ Fuchsia Club: May 28th @ 7pm ✤ Iris Society: May 15th @ 5pm ✤ Woodcarvers: May 22nd @ 7:00pm ✤ Anglers Club: May 8th @ 6:30pm
✤ Lapidary Club: May 10th @ 9am ✤ Needlepoint: May 15th @ 12:30pm ✤ Book Club: May 8th @ 1:30pm ✤ Salem Exchange Club: May 17th @ 5:30pm
DRIVER SAFETY/55 ALIVE:
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. 6/4/2018 and 6/7/2018 Improve your driving skills with the Driver’s Safety Program - two sessions of instruction presented by AARP; $15 for AARP members! 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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Sunscreen tips to keep your skin safe
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By DR. CHARLOTTE TSAI
Many of my patients say they use sunscreen on a daily basis, but they’ll still come into the office with sunburns or tans. (Worth noting: Even though a tan might not hurt like a burn and “looks better,” tans are harmful to the skin, too.) So, what gives? If you’re using sunscreen and still burning it’s likely you’re either using the wrong products or not applying them correctly. Both scenarios are dangerous because you’re not properly protecting yourself from UV rays. How do you get the most out of your sunscreen and protect your skin year-round? It might help to visualize the amount of sunscreen you need. One fluid ounce should be enough for your whole body, which translates to about one shot glass full of sunscreen. Even though you
might stop at one coat of sunscreen, you definitely want to double up. Think of applying sunscreen like painting — you want to make sure you don’t miss any spots. When you’re choosing a sunscreen, check for one that is broad spectrum (meaning it protects against both UVA and UVB rays), SPF 30 or greater, and water resistant— and make sure it isn’t expired, as sunscreen that’s past its expiration date is less effective. And even though it may seem unnecessary in the
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Pacific Northwest where we know our share of cloudy days, wearing sunscreen every day is vital. Oregon actually ranks fifth on the list of states with the highest melanoma rate in the country. Other cloudy states are high on the list, which could signal that people forget to slather on sunscreen on cloudy days, increasing their risk for skin cancer. Before you head out of the house, make sure you’ve left enough time for your sunscreen to absorb — at least 15 minutes before you’re exposed to the sun. And while you may be tempted to reach for a two-in-one sunscreen and insect repellant, don’t. It’s more efficient to apply sunscreen first and then apply insect repellant with DEET. Then, reapply sunscreen every two hours. If you can, try to avoid the sun when it’s at its strongest — from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You
can also calculate how much UV exposure you’re getting by the shadow trick: A shadow that is longer than you means UV exposure is low. But a shadow that is shorter than you means UV exposure is high.
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With these tips, you should be better able to protect your skin from the sun’s rays while you’re spending time in the great Oregon outdoors. ■ (Dr. Charlotte Tsai is a dermatologist with Kaiser Permanente Northwest.)
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12 MARION-POLK EDITION
DIGGIN’ IT!
By GRACE PETERSON MASTER GARDENER
I love the month of May. The birds are all atwitter, warm, sunny days are becoming more common, and we still have the whole gardening season ahead of us. Now that the soil has warmed up a bit, I’ve been busy getting all my earlier plant purchases relegated to their homes. I admit I went a little crazy with online plant shopping earlier this spring. It
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was partly fueled by the cold weather that made outside pursuits very unpleasant. I found some really nice plants online that I have been unable to find locally. After they were delivered, I unpacked them and kept them safely nestled under my patio roof until now. Sometimes we have to splurge, and my indulgences are almost always garden related. I know I’m not alone. Conversations with likeminded gardeners (enablers)
all tended toward complaints about how the dreary weather seemed to go on forever, even if it really was for only a few months. Let’s get busy. First, don’t ignore the regular maintenance. The soil is still moist, so the weeds pull fairly easily and really should be tackled before they go to seed. Applying a layer of compost or mulch over the soil will help deter more weeds from taking hold. Early flowering shrubs that
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have finished blooming can be deadheaded or pruned. And plants can still be moved to that better spot if care is taken while digging, so as not to destroy the roots. Be sure to keep the soil moist until they’ve Photo by Grace Peterson settled into their Serious gardeners, like Grace Peternew location. But even son, have been gathering new and inmore fun than teresting plants all winter. Time for the maintenance planting! (is maintenance fun?) is the planting. The activity for outdoor lovers. warm-season vegetables can Being able to see how other be planted into the garden or gardeners showcase their into large containers if the plants and implement design nighttime temperatures are av- ideas is truly a special kind of eraging above 50 degrees. If learning experience. Most often it’s OK to take the forecast calls for cooler nights, you can use cloth or photos for reference. Gardenplastic barriers to insulate ers don’t mind if we copy each other’s tricks in our own garthem. This time of year, garden dens. In fact, it’s considered a clubs and Master Gardeners compliment. For plant sales, garden tours are hosting plant sales. They don’t always do a lot of ad- or nursery treks, be sure to vertising, but their times and wear comfortable shoes, and locations can be found by take water, snacks and money searching online. There are with you. several local sales that I atA long-ago friend and longtend every year. The prices time Oregon gardener once are unbeatable and the said to me, “Hail is common money I spend is put to good in spring. Let’s just hope it use for that particular organ- happens before the hosta leaf ization. out.” Truer words were never Garden touring is also a fun spoken. ■
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