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Save money, get exercise and eat healthier while growing your own food
GARDENING OFFERS MULTIPLE BENEFITS By Pam Tharp For Maximum Living
ating better and moving more can be two sides of the same coin.
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Growing your own fruits and vegetables can ensure the safety and quality of your food and also provide some much-needed physical activity. The double blessing of good food and a good workout are part of gardening’s attraction, said Teri Grossman, who heads up the Wayne County Master Gardeners group. Grossman enjoys fresh produce and also preserves some for later eating. “I love gardening because it is a healthy thing to do and whatever I grow, I can, and then I know what’s in it,” Grossman said. Fresh produce provides more vitamins and minerals to the body because nutrients aren’t destroyed by processing, Reid Hospital dietitian Christie Ferriell said. Christie Grains and protein are overconsumed Ferriell in the U.S., Ferriell said. Dietiticians recommend eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day, which can strain a food
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budget if everything is purchased at the grocery, Ferriell said. Greens, like lettuces and spinach are good choices for small gardens, Ferriell said. A bell pepper plant or two will provide big savings, because peppers can be pricey to buy, especially the red ones. “By gardening, you can really help reduce the costs,” Ferriell said. “Gardening can also be good exercise. You’ll have a better appreciation for the process of growing food and are more likely to eat it. It’s also a good opportunity to involve grandchildren in the garden and model healthy behavior.” Gardening can burn 272 calories per hour for a person weighing 150 pounds doing moderate work, according to CalorieCount.com. More vigorous work, like digging and tilling, can burn up to 340 calories per hour, CalorieCount.com said. The National Garden Association estimated in 2008 that a well-maintained food garden could yield an annual return of $500 worth of food, a number that has likely risen as the cost of food continues to increase. Ferriell said her family plans to have a vegetable patch this year
Daniel Sims plants a tree during a Community Garden Planting Party at the Townsend Community Center. Gardening is expected to expand in Richmond this year through the “Sprout of Control” gardening project. JOSHUA SMITH / PALLADIUM-ITEM FILE
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LuAnne Holeva of the Wayne County Soil and Water Conservation District marks spots for plants for a rain garden at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. The rain garden will help the soil to absorb the stormwater runoff from the parking lot and roof and allow it to infiltrate into the soil rather than running off to the local creek. JOSHUA SMITH / PALLADIUM-ITEM FILE
and her 3-year-old will get to help with the gardening. Fresh produce is also rich in fiber, another concern for some seniors, Ferriell said. “The high-fiber foods fill you up, so you don’t eat as much, which can be helpful if you’re trying to lose weight,” Ferriell said. “You need 25 to 35 grams a day of fiber, but you need to work your way up to that amount and be sure to drink plenty of fluid.” Home gardening got a boost when the Great Recession hit in 2009 and its benefits continue to be promoted by first lady Michelle Obama, who four years ago had a kitchen garden created on the White House South Lawn. The garden’s bounty is eaten by the Obama family and by guests at state dinners, with more than 500 pounds of excess produce donated last year to a Washington, D.C., soup kitchen, according to the White House garden’s website. The White House kitchen garden is a series of raised beds, and raised beds can be very helpful for senior
gardeners who benefit from not having to bend over quite so far to tend their crops, Wayne County Extension educator Jonathan Ferris said. Raised beds don’t have to be “fenced in” with boards unless the mound of soil is fairly tall, Ferris said. Raised beds will dry sooner in the spring, allowing gardeners to Jonathan get an early start in Ferris planting cool-weather crops such as lettuce and spinach. Climbing vegetable varieties, like pole beans, cucumbers and peas, can be trained up a trellis to save soil space. Container gardening is another option for those who lack yard space or who have limited mobility. Compact varieties of tomatoes are popular container plants and plant breeders continue to develop more plant varieties suitable for containers. This year, Burpee is offering the first sweet corn that’s bred to be
Green thumbs work together to create a raised flower bed during a Community Garden Planting Party at the Townsend Community Center. JOSHUA SMITH / PALLADIUM-ITEM FILE
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LEARN MORE » For more information on container gardening, go to the The Extension Store for a free download: https:// mdc.itap.purdue.edu/item.asp?itemID=19094 » For more information about or to help with the Sprout of Control community gardens project, visit Sprout of Control-community garden project on Facebook or call Wayne Township Trustee Susan Isaac at (765) 973-9392.
Several seniors with gardening experience already have agreed to volunteer to help with the project, which will offer community gardening spaces in multiple locations this year, Isaacs said. Plots will be about 100 square feet and gardeners can get half a plot or one or two whole plots, depending on their needs, she said. The “Sprout of Control” name indicates that new urban gardeners, who often lack access to full-service groceries, will now have some control over the kinds of food they can put on their table, Isaacs said. That also gives them more control over their lives and health, she said. “You can have dinner right out of your garden,” Isaacs said. “That’s pretty cool. It will bring pride in neighborhoods.”
Shannon Wysong tends a garden behind her Richmond home. PALLADIUM-ITEM FILE grown in a pot, a plant that grows just 4 to 5 feet in height and will produce several ears 7 to 8 inches in length. Container-grown sweet corn was a new idea to Ferris, but he said in theory just about any plant can be raised in a container. The size of the pot required for growing vegetables and the potential yield are important to note, Ferris said. “If bush beans require a 6-inch pot for one plant, you need to figure how many plants you will need to get a mess of beans,” Ferris said. To help promote healthy eating at a lower cost, Reid dieticians have launched a series of free cooking classes at the hospital to help residents learn kitchen skills that can trim the grocery bill, Ferriell said. The first class focused on learning how to cut up a whole chicken, making your own chicken stock and useful knife skills for dicing up fresh vegetables. For more information on upcoming classes, call (765) 983-3423. Gardening is expected to expand in Richmond this year through the “Sprout of Control” gardening project begun by Wayne Township Trustee Susan Isaacs and residents Bethany Norwalt and Jessica Clark.
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CELEBRATE 20 YEARS
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hat were you doing in 1993? Twenty years ago, several members from Wayne, Delaware and Grant counties were involved in public meetings, fundraising and encouraging support statewide to obtain the CSX corridor from Richmond to Marion from the railroad. These community members, business owners, government workers and retired trail enthusiasts had a vision, passion and great deal of persistence to get us where we are today. We salute and express gratitude for their hard work and dedication. DENISE RETZ
The Cardinal Greenway
Riders strike out on the Cardinal Greenway Tour. The trail is open to fitness newcomers and sports enthusiasts. PALLADIUM-ITEM FILE
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The Cardinal Greenway is a 62-mile paved trail from Richmond to Marion incorporating the five Indiana counties of Wayne, Randolph, Henry, Delaware and Grant. The Cardinal Greenway is the longest stretch of paved trail in the state of Indiana. It has the designation of being one of Indiana’s premier trail systems while being a proud part of a national trail called The American Discovery Trail. The trail has been designated a National Recreation Trail by the United States Department of the Interior National Park Service and a Millennium Trail by the White House Millennium Council. Each year, this hidden gem brings approximately 250,000 people to use the Greenways to walk, run, ride, rollerblade, horseback ride, explore their environment, bond with nature, search for animals and their habitats, take photos or identify trees and birds. But trail users are not the only ones who benefit from trails. Trails benefit individuals, families, neighbors and neighborhoods and entire communities.
TRAIL RULES Different users have different ways of enjoying the trail. For the safety of all users, please follow these guidelines. Remember that children don’t know the rules of the road yet, so they might be unaware they are to stay on the right and pass on the left or give audible signals. » Keep to the Right and Pass on the Left: Look ahead and behind to make sure your lane is clear before you pull out and around other users. Faster traffic must always yield to slower traffic and oncoming users. » Wear a Helmet: Cyclists, in-line skaters and horseback riders should wear a helmet when using the trail » Be Courteous to Other Trail Users: Trail users have a variety of skill levels. Maintain a safe speed at all times. Be respectful. Be polite. » Give an Audible Warning When Passing: Be courteous and give a clear warning signal when approaching from behind. Give others ample time to respond. Use a bell or voice signal such as “passing on your left!” » Do Not Block the Trail: Never use more than half of the trail. If you are in a group, move into a single file line at the far right of the trail when others approach from either direction. » Obey Signage: Always stop for traffic at roadways and intersections. Remember, cross traffic is not required to stop at many trail crossings. When entering or crossing the trail, yield
to users already using the trail. » Stay on Your Trail: Horses are permitted only on the designated horse trail. » Adhere to Trail Hours: Hours of operation are established for a reason: safety. The trail is open from dawn until dusk, seven days a week. Trail use outside these hours is prohibited. » Clean up your litter: Please keep the trail clean for other users to enjoy. » Keep pets on a leash: Keep pets on a short, secure and tethered leash at all times. Pull in your leash when bikes, rollerbladers, or joggers near. Keep pets off private property and clean up after them. » No Motorized Vehicles: Motorized vehicles, including snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, scooters and go-carts are prohibited. » Show Respect: Respect the privacy of adjacent landowners and do not enter landowners’ property. Those responsible for defacing or damaging the trail will be prosecuted. » No fires: Camp fires are not permitted for any purpose Any person caught lighting a fire for any purpose will be prosecuted. » Firearms and hunting are not permitted. » No smoking is permitted. » Report emergencies to 911, and any other non-emergencies may be reported to www.richmondbobcop.com or (765) 9837247 » Users of the trail do so at their own risk.
Several community events utilize the trail throughout the year including triathlons, The Great Greenway Tour, Reid Ride, CFW’s Mini Marathon, Williamsburg Area Community Center 5K and many more. These events bring even more of an impact within the Wayne County community directly affecting tourism in every way. This trail has always been an essential part of why many people visit Wayne County, and now with the completion of the entire 62 miles of trail, people come from all areas. The Cardinal Greenway has definitely become a destination as well as a necessity for the hundreds who use it daily.
Cardinal Greenway board members Jeff Plasterer, John Zetzl and Jeff Markley take a break from working on the trail. SUPPLIED
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Local Cardinal Greenway Trail The asphalt hiking/biking trail runs on the abandoned railroad bed for 62 miles through Indiana prairie land from Test Road at the south end of Richmond through Muncie to Marion. Local parking areas include Richmond High School, Test Road and Industries Road.
HOW CAN I HELP THE GREENWAY? Each county within the Cardinal Greenways is expected to raise its own budget. Operational funding, which includes funds for trail maintenance, insurance, staff and supplies come from trail users, local grants, corporate citizens who benefit from the trail’s economic impact and individuals who see how the trails increase the value of our community. You too can help the Greenway by: » Supporting the Wayne County Cardinal Greenway with a tax deductible donation sent to: The Wayne County Cardinal Greenway, P.O. Box 2411, Richmond, IN 47375 » Become a member by sending $15 per individual or $25 per family » Tell people about the Greenway » Take out-of-town visitors to any section of the trail and
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show how it can benefit them » Pass out maps and brochures whenever you get a chance » Personally volunteer or attend a work day » Adopt a section to maintain along the trail through your organization or business » Use the trail » When supporting the United Way, designate a portion of the funds to go directly to the Wayne County Greenway. Help the Cardinal Greenway celebrate 20 years of building trail with goals including: » 20 new active volunteers / rangers to the organization » 20 new donors » 20 planned gifts through the Wayne County Foundation » 20 events along the trail » 20 work days in 2013 » 20 new users / members » Raise at least $20,000 through donors, grants or members
THINGS TO BRING When you head onto the trail, bring everything you might need. The following is a short list of items many people bring: » A friend » Comfortable walking shoes » Sunscreen » Insect repellent » Lip protection
» Helmet for biking or rollerblading » Hat » Umbrella and/or rain gear » Journal and pen » Camera » Litter bag » Wallet with identification » Water bottle » Keys (car/house)
encouraging the use of the state’s trails, named the Cardinal Greenways as the most outstanding trail group in the state earlier this year. Feel free to visit www.cardinalgreenways.org to learn more about this unique linear park right in your backyard. We challenge you to get out and visit the greenway, pass along this article, or do something to help The Wayne County Cardinal Greenway grow. Just like 20 years ago, those founding individuals who believed in the trail got us where we are today; we need YOU to help build Greenway’s future and growth.
A runner and bicyclist utilize the Cardinal Greenway in Richmond in springtime. JOSHUA SMITH / PALLADIUM-ITEM FILE
Denise Retz is director of Wayne County Cardinal Greenway. Contact her at deniser@cardinalgreenways.org or P.O. Box 2411, Richmond, IN 47375.
The Wayne County Cardinal Greenway improves health while improving physical fitness. Trails provide unique, safe and interesting places for regular exercise. Even if it’s not strenuous, exercise can lead to reduced stressed levels. Check with your doctor before beginning an exercise program. Trails also promote family unity as well as strengthen friendships and neighbor relations. It is important to note uninterrupted corridors of vegetation are called greenways. The Greenways can protect the vegetation and geography of natural features while providing habitats for wildlife. Greenways encourage our residents to participate in local, rather than out-of-town, recreational opportunities. Donors, sponsors, volunteers and the Wayne County Foundation have been an instrumental part of the Wayne County Cardinal Greenway’s growth. The Wayne County Cardinal Greenway has been fortunate to receive Wayne County Foundation grants that have funded general operating expenses and bought equipment to maintain the trail. “Now that the Greenway is completed, we are excited to maintain this trail to the extent it was intended. We are proud to maintain and use this 22-mile segment and it is not a feat we take lightly,” says Jeff Markley, volunteer maintenance supervisor for the Wayne County Cardinal Greenway. The Greenways Foundation, a statewide organization
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ELECTRONICS CAN BE
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t’s time for some fresh ideas about sustainability.
Being green doesn’t mean becoming a pack rat. It means that you are responsible about what you purchase, how you use it, and how you get rid of it when you are finished using it. This month, we’re going to work backward because you likely received something electronic for the holidays (or in preparation for the Super Bowl). And if that’s the case, you’re likely saying goodbye to something else in your house. In the past, it was tricky to get rid of electronics. They are bulky to store and can contain dangerous toxins, making traditional trash disposal a risky move for our health and the health of the environment. The good news is that they also contain many reusable (and valuable) components, so help save resources by giving them a second life. It’s no longer a headache to be responsible. Rosa’s Office Plus hosts an e-waste recycling and shredding program on the third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon. In 2012, this effort sent more than 85,000 pounds of electronic waste to be recycled at no cost to the participant. Rosa’s accepts paper for shredding as well for $5 per box. Last year, they collected more than 28,000 pounds of paper. Combined, that’s more than 113,000 pounds kept out of the landfill. Other options? Try donating your electronics to
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Goodwill. They will sell usable items, and recycle the rest. Collections hours vary by store, so check www.Goodwill. org or call the Richmond store at (765) 966-4108. Yet another great option is the Richmond Computer Hardware Co-op, which ALISON is located in the basement of the RichZAJDEL mond Church of the Brethren at the corner of West Main and 17th street. It’s open from 12:30-2:30 p.m. every Sunday, with exceptions noted on its website at http://hardwarecoop.org/. It accepts donations of working and non-working e-waste. Volunteers repair what’s feasible, and responsibly recycle the rest using certified e-waste recyclers. Volunteers can earn computers of their own by helping out, and you don’t need computer experience to get started. Contact Mark Stosberg with questions at (765) 277-1916 or mark@stosberg.com. Earlham College and Ivy Tech are also active in e-waste recycling efforts. Stay tuned to local media outlets for times and dates of their programs in 2013. Make a commitment in 2013 to keep unnecessary waste out of the landfill and support great local efforts along the way. Alison Zajdel is executive director of Cope Environmental Center in Centerville. Photo of Alison courtesy of Greg Pyle Photography. Visit Cope at 4910 Shoemaker Road, www.copeenvironmental.org or call (765) 855-3188 for more information.
Know what you have One of the biggest problems with insurance is not understanding your coverage. Many people admit to not knowing exactly what is paid for, how it is paid, and how to submit claims. Meet with your benefit providers to make sure you understand what you have.
Distracted families We have all heard of the dangers of distracted driving, such as talking or texting while driving. But what about distracted family time? When your family sits down to a meal, are one or more members texting or checking their phone? Set a rule for “phone free” times and connect as a family.
No extensions Put away any extension cords you might be using. Many fires are associated with the use of extension cords. In addition to increasing the risk of fire, extension cords can also be a tripping hazard.
Make a list Making a grocery list and sticking to it can help save time and money. If you only purchase what is on your list, you will be less tempted to add extra items to the cart. Plan meals for a week and then only purchase what you need to complete the meal.
Medication review If you take prescription and/or over-the-counter medications, make sure that at least once a year you review with your health care provider all of the medication you take. Errors can easily occur if you don’t understand your medications and why you are taking them.
Keep it simple Do you have a tendency to make mountains out of molehills? Practice looking at projects and things to do with a more realistic point of view. Plan out small steps that will help you reach your goal rather than being overwhelmed by the project as a whole.
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First class of wellness champions honored Nominations accepted for Reid award Reid Hospital A Reid physician, a young man in his 20s who changed his lifestyle and lost 100 pounds and an active 80-year-old are Reid Hospital’s Community Wellness Champions for the first quarter of the year. “These three individuals come from various backgrounds, but each is a shining example of how your lifestyle decisions affect your health,” said Tajuan Stoker, director of wellness at Reid. The winners: » Vincent Marino, 24. Nominated by his mom, Lori Sponsel, Vincent battled weight issues from the fourth grade. After graduating college at 22, he was having health issues such as sleep apnea and back pain. He determined to get active, began working out for an hour on five to six days a week, and worked with an instructor to change his eating habits. The Richmond resident lost more than 100 pounds, dropped from a size 44 to 34 pants and has maintained his active lifestyle for two years. “I have so much energy now,” said Vincent. “This is the best thing I have ever done for myself.” » Peter Trocano, 80. This active resident of Union City, Ohio, maintains his health with exercise, eating right and some dietary supplements. He is active in the community as well, including area recycling projects and volunteering for many community organizations. “Your body will tell you what it needs,” said Trocano. “Listen to it and you’ll eat healthy foods and stay fit.” » William Black Jr., M.D., 51. Not only does he promote the value of wellness to his patients at the Pediatric & Internal Medicine Center in Richmond, Dr. Black lives it. He makes time to exercise and eat right. He maintains a healthy weight, participates in athletic events such as running and basketball and is active in the community. “I started running just after college and have never stopped,” said Black. “In addition to the personal benefits, I think my exercise habits set a good example for family and for my patients.” Stoker said wellness aligns with the mission of Reid, which is wholeness in body, mind and spirit. So champi-
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ons demonstrate wellness in many ways, including physically, socially, spiritually, emotionally and intellectually among others. For more information or to nominate someone, visit www.Reidhospital.org/cwc Reid will select two community champions and one Reid team champion every quarter. They will be featured at events, receive prizes and be included in an annual awards dinner.
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he baby is getting married. The husband has been copying photographs putting together a video for the reception. He made a wonderful pairing of two photographs. In the picture on the left, she is 10 years old wearing my mother’s old wedding gown playing dress-up and I am adjusting her veil. In the picture on the right, she is standing in her real wedding gown and I am kneeling on the floor pinning where fasteners will go for the bustle. A quarter inch of space is all that separates 16 years. The time went exactly that fast. She’s about to take the plunge. Every marriage has an element of jumping off a cliff. You know the other person as well as LORI you can, that he loathes tomatoes and you BORGMAN like them. You do the premarital counseling, read the communication books, then close your eyes and leap. The act of marriage takes grit and courage. Marrying someone is not the same as living with someone. Living together is test driving the car. Marriage is having the guts to buy the car knowing it is still yours even after the five-year/ 50,000-mile warranty expired. Marriage is a public commitment, a legal contract and covenant of faith, in which a bride and groom vow before God and witnesses to uphold a life-long exclusive faithfulness. It is mildly nerve wracking knowing that the model of marriage your offspring knows best is your very own. Did she see that marriage is the most important relationship she will ever nurture? Did she see that the cornerstone of marriage is courtesy? Tone of voice, dear. Ask, don’t tell. Suggest, don’t demand. The world outside is rough, so be tender. I hope she heard me say at least once that women do not have to be first responders. Often it’s better not to say the first thing that comes into your mind. Or even the second. I hope she knows I married her father because he’s a good man. She’s marrying a good man, too. Respect him by speaking well of him, both to him and to others. I hope she saw the power of the mundane – that the shared laughs, small surprises, kitchen disasters and
everyday routine and monotony are what cement you as a couple. Even the crises and catastrophes become part of the memories that build your history. Our daughter and her fiance will be glowing on their wedding day. I pray they enjoy every moment of the day. I also pray that they will weather all the seasons of marriage, and that one day in the distant future they find themselves with a few extra pounds, salt and pepper hair, a thousand inside jokes and still enjoying one another. Robert Browning said it well: “Grow old along with me. The best is yet to be — the last of life for which the first was made.” Lori Borgman’s tongue-in-cheek book, “The Death of Common Sense and Profile of Those Who Knew Him,” is available online. Contact the author at lori@loriborgman.com
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Ron Hughes, left, rings up a sale to Amy Garcia at the Tin Lizzie Cafe on East Main Street. JOSHUA SMITH / PALLADIUM-ITEM FILE
TIN LIZZIE IN DIGITAL AGE By Millicent Martin Emery
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erving everyone from dressed-up business professionals to retirees, window shoppers and moms with toddlers, the Tin Lizzie Cafe appeals to a variety of tastes. And no, diners don’t eat and drink from tin plates and cups. The name Tin Lizzie refers to the nickname for Model T Fords. The restaurant’s owners, Ron and Rachel Hughes, enjoy driving their Model T Roadster and decided to name the cafe after their interest in the auto. The downtown restaurant, known for many years as Tom’s New York Deli, has kept the sports and music memorabilia that makes the place homey. It just celebrated its second birthday as Tin Lizzie and offered customers free birthday cake. In those two years, the Hugheses have been constantly expanding the cafe’s breakfast and lunch menu and even bringing it into the digital age by posting daily menu updates on Facebook to tempt diners. For every 25 new likes on Facebook, they give away free food to one of their followers. Lunch specials change daily, such as meatloaf, cheesy chicken casserole and stuffed green peppers, smoked sausage and potatoes, beef and turkey Manhattans, spa-
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IF YOU GO » What: Tin Lizzie Cafe » Where: 820 E. Main St., Richmond » Hours: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Mondays – Fridays » Info: (765) 962-4441, www.thetinlizziecafe.com or follow the restaurant on Facebook or Twitter
ghetti & meatballs, chicken ’n dumplings, creamy tuna casserole, battered tilapia, mac 'n cheese, cubed steak and baked ziti. The dessert rotation changes too, but often includes homemade banana bread and individual cheesecakes in a variety of flavors. Or you can find sandwiches on the menu each day, such as the Reuben for which they slice the corned beef each morning and make their own dressing. The Unclaimed Happiness features ham, turkey, salami, lettuce, Swiss and American cheeses and mayo. They try to serve those with dietary concerns, such as offering homemade gluten-free bread. Vegetarian sandwich options include toasted cheese, quesadillas and The Vegetarian, which features onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, salad greens and Provolone cheese on grilled Indian flatbread.
A LIGHTER TAKE ON
THE REUBEN SANDWICH Smoked salmon replaces corned beef By Sara Moulton Associated Press
his is not your grandfather’s Reuben sandwich. The legendary Reuben of yore was built on corned beef, but I swap that out in favor of smoked salmon. And while I hold fast to the classic version’s melted cheese, I lose the untoasted rye bread in favor of a grilled panini. Unorthodox? Guilty as charged. Scrumptious? See for yourself. Smoked salmon has nowhere near the fat content of corned beef, but — given its high level of omega-3 fatty acids — it’s plenty rich for fish. Indeed, it’s rich enough to cry out for some kind of acid for balance, just like corned beef. Happily, sauerkraut does the trick for both of them. As for the Reuben’s standard Thousand Island dressing, I slimmed it down and spiced it up by using low-fat mayo and chili sauce (instead of the more traditional ketchup), then combined it all with chopped dill pickle and a squeeze of lemon. Likewise, when it came time to cook this assemblage, I used extravirgin olive oil instead of butter. But why panini? I just happen to think that a pressed sandwich, especially one with cheese, always tastes better than a nonpressed one, probably because of the former’s crispy crust. Unfortunately, I don’t own a panini machine. Fortunately, I invented my own. I just put my layered sandwich in a skillet, top it with a plate or lid, and top that with a heavyweight can of tomatoes. Voila, panini!
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In this Reuben panini, smoked salmon is used in place of corned beef. MATTHEW MEAD/AP
SMOKED SALMON REUBEN PANINI Start to finish: 30 minutes (15 minutes active) Servings: 4 ⁄4 cup low-fat mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chili sauce (the kind served with shrimp cocktail) 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickle 1 teaspoon lemon juice Kosher salt and ground black pepper 8 slices rye bread 4 ounces thinly sliced Gruyere, fontina or Swiss cheese 4 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon 14 1⁄2-ounce can sauerkraut, drained, rinsed and gently squeezed to remove excess liquid 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili sauce, pickle and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread one side of each slice of bread with some of the dressing. Arrange half of the cheese on 4 of the slices. Divide the salmon, sauerkraut and remaining cheese among the cheese-topped slices of bread and top each with one of the remaining bread slices, spread side down. In a large skillet over medium, heat the oil until hot. Add the sandwiches and something heavy (such as a cast iron skillet, flat saucepan lid, or heat-safe plate and a weight such as a can of food) to firmly press the sandwiches down. Cook for 6 minutes per side, or until golden and the cheese has melted. Cut each sandwich in half and serve right away. Nutrition information per serving: 510 calories; 260 calories from fat (51 percent of total calories); 29 g fat (9 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 50 mg cholesterol; 39 g carbohydrate; 7 g fiber; 6 g sugar; 19 g protein; 1850 mg sodium.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS ARTS AND CRAFTS » Beginning/introductory drawing classes, 4:30-6:30 p.m. for four classes starting April 8, Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio. For ages 12 and older. $50. Supplies will be provided. » Wayne County Extension Homemakers Quilt Show, May 17-19, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 861 Salisbury Road N., Richmond. Hours: Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday noon- 4 p.m. Celebrate home and country with more than 200 quilts, 100-plus aprons, vendor mall, food mall, daily demos and much more. Featuring “God Bless America Touring Quilts” and Curt Hathaway with his “Dear Jane Quilt.” Admission is $5 per person. (765) 973-9281 » Free adult painting sessions, Hagerstown Museum & Arts Place, 96 1/2 E Main St, Hagerstown. Free adult painting sessions every Saturday from 2-6 p.m. Arts Place art gallery is open from 1-6 p.m., Wednesdays through Saturdays. Members can paint anytime during open hours. Info: (765) 489-4005
BOOKS AND MORE » Books, music and movies sale, April 24-27, Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St., Richmond. Most items are priced at $1 or less (books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, records, cassettes and more.) Special Value corner has collectable books. April 23 - Pre-Sale Night for Friends members (memberships sold at the door) from 4-6:30 p.m.; April 24 - 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; April 25 - 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; April 26 - Half Price Day, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; April 27 is $3 bag day - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (765) 966-8291 » Not-So-Young Adults Book Discussion, 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m., May 1 and June 12, Two Sisters: Books and More, 193 Ft. Wayne Ave., Richmond. This group is for those of us in our 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond who enjoy getting lost in stories of dystopian futures, first loves and family dynamics. Discussions: May 1: The Fault in our Stars, by John Green; June 12: The Golden Compass by Philip Pullman.
DANCES » Interaction Singles Dance, Eagles Lodge, 75 S. 12th St., Richmond. Meeting and dance each Friday. Must be 21 or older and single. Social hour from 6-7 p.m., discussion from 7-8 p.m. and dance from 8-11 p.m. Eagles membership not required. Cost: $6. Info: (765) 966-8893 or (937) 456-9598. » CAST (Christian Adult Singles Together) Dance, 7 p.m.-11 p.m., April 12, Fountain City Wesleyan Church, 5600 U.S. 27 N., Richmond. Social hour/ dance lesson 7-8 p.m., dance with DJ, 8-11 p.m. Event is alcohol and smoke free, dress is casual; drinks and snacks provided, door prizes. Adult singles of all ages. Learn more on Facebook.
FAITH » Easter Sunday Sunrise Service, March 31, Hayes
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Arboretum Nature Center, 801 Elks Road, Richmond. Nature Center, Gates open 6 a.m., service at 6:30 a.m. Join Central United Methodist Church, Sylvan Nook Church of Christ, First Baptist Church and others. (765) 962-3745 or www.hayesarboretum.org » Sharing Your Faith Workshop, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 6, EUM Church Worship Center, 1451 Sater St., Greenville, Ohio. The Way of the Master equips Christians to share their faith using the approach perfected by Ray Comfort and Kirk Cameron. Registration: www.eumchurch.org/ sharing-your-faith-workshop or (937) 548-3211. Registration is $10 and is due by March 30. » Earlham Gospel Festival Featuring guest artists Kierra Sheard and Kel Mitchell, 7-9 p.m., April 14, Carpenter Hall, 801 National Road W., Richmond. Kierra “KiKi” Sheard is a Stellar Award winner and actor Kel Mitchell will be guest emcee. Free. » Movie Screening: “She Is Not My Sister”, 7-9 p.m., April 15, Earlham College’s Carpenter Hall, 801 National Road W., Richmond. Kel Mitchell presents his movie starring Lana Giacose, Tristin Mays, Hector Bustamante, Melissa De Sousa, Avery Wadell and a special appearance from Christian pop artist V. Rose. Mitchell was an original member on Nickelodeon’s “All That.” He and co-star Kenan Thompson also starred in the spin-off series “Kenan & Kel,” as well as the motion picture “Good Burger.” Free admission.
FINANCES » Free Tax Service, available through April 10,
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St., Richmond. Please bring all previous year’s tax documents and the previous year’s tax return. This service offered by AARP is open to the public with special emphasis on elderly and low-income citizens. March and April schedule: Open Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with special late hours on April 10 until 6 p.m. www.mrlinfo.org/reference/ taxes.html
FAMILY FUN » Toddler Times, Cope Environmental Center, 4910 Shoemaker Road, Centerville. Introduce your little one to nature with a story, hike and a craft. 10-11 a.m. Fee: $3 per toddler. Registration required. Dates and themes: April 17: “Earth Day Puppy”; May 15: “Sunflower House”; June 19: “From Egg to Robin”; July 17: “Who am I? Insects” August 21: “Animals at Night”; Sept. 18: “Count Down to Fall”; Oct. 16: “Over in the Forest: Come and Take a Peek.” » Where’s Your Mummy Day, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., May 18, Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St., Richmond. Kids’ activities, crafts, Egyptian fashions and more. (765) 962-5756 or waynecountyhistorical museum.com » Lemonade Day, May 19, throughout Wayne County, Ind. Youth learn how to start, own and operate their own business through a lemonade stand. (765) 962-6783 or waynecounty.lemonadeday.org
FESTIVALS AND FUNDRAISERS » Historic National Road Yard Sale, 6 a.m.-8 p.m., May 29-June 2, along U.S. 40. (765) 478-4809
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» Whitewater Valley Friends of the NRA Banquet/ Fundraiser, 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m., April 27, Kuhlman Center, 861 Salisbury Road N., Richmond. Catering by the Olde Richmond Inn, games, auctions and more. $35 adults, $20 children. (765) 935-4524
HEALTH » Center for Environmental Action Speaker and Film Series: “Farming and Breast Cancer Risk: Are We Heeding the Warnings?”, 5-6:30 p.m., April 3, Earlham College, 801 National Road W., Richmond. Canadian researchers James Brophy and Margaret Keith have conducted studies examining the possible connection between occupational exposures and breast cancer. Free admission. Call (765) 983-1373 for program’s location.
HISTORY » Spring Speaker Series, Wayne County Historical Museum, 1150 N. A St., Richmond. Each speaker is at 2 p.m. April 7: Glen Miller Park by speaker Gary Batchelor; April 14: Museum annual meeting with speaker Duane E. Hodgin, who co-authored the book “WWII Duty, Honor, Country: The Memories of Those Who Were There” with Steve Hardwick. Book signing also part of the event. Cost: $5 adults; $4 age 60 and older; $2 age 6-18; free age 0-5; free for museum members. (765) 962-5756
MUSIC » Piano lessons, Preble County Fine Arts Center, 601 Hillcrest Drive, Eaton, Ohio. Janet Burkett offers piano lessons to all ages. The fee is $52 for four weekly halfhour class sessions, which can be scheduled at your convenience. There will be an additional music book fee. (937) 456-3999 » Richmond Symphony Orchestra: Classical Firsts, 7:30 p.m., April 13, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Includes Liadov: Enchanted Lake, Theofanidis: Violin Concerto and Brahms: Symphony No. 1. (765) 966-5181 or www.richmondsymphony.org » Richmond Community Orchestra concert, 3:30 p.m., April 21, Earlham College’s Carpenter Hall, 801 National Road W., Richmond. rco.ind.inc@gmail.com. » Richmond Symphony Orchestra: Movies III— Fantasy and Adventure, 3-5 p.m., May 5, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond. Featuring music from “The Chronicles of Narnia,” “The Lord of the Rings,” “Wicked,” “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” “The Great Escape” and “X2: the X-Men United.”
THEATER » “Barefoot in the Park,” 7:30 p.m., April 5-6, 2 p.m. April 7 and 7:30 p.m. April 12-13, Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St., Richmond. A hilarious story of newlyweds Paul and Corie. Adult, $15; seniors 65 and older, $12. (765) 962-1816 or www.richmondcivictheatre.org
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Helping a loved one with grief and loss There are so many ways to experience loss: Death of a loved one, a home destroyed, a career cut short. These are just a few examples of events that may lead to feelings of devastation and despair. Loss is part of all our lives, but what do you say to someone who has experienced a recent loss? We often want to take away the pain someone is feeling. The uncertainty of not knowing what to do or say might produce anxiety that leads to avoiding the person or doing or saying nothing. While there is no one way to help someTRACEY one who has been through a significant LICKFELT loss, below are five suggestions to provide support for someone who is currently experiencing or has previously been through a difficult loss.
Listening is best It is often difficult to know what to say to someone who is grieving. Due to this, people often make comments that sound insensitive such as: “I know how you feel.” “That’s not so bad; let me tell you what happened to me.” “No one ever said life was fair.” “At least he/she lived a long life.” Sometimes the best thing you might say to someone who is grieving is ... nothing, but instead, just listen. Allow the grieving person to talk. Listen to the person’s feelings and memories. It is important to not avoid talking about the loss as this will not make it go away for the person. Just be there and sometimes in silence. This might be the most comforting.
Provide useful support It may be most helpful to someone who is grieving to provide assistance in practical areas such as meals, grocery shopping or laundry. Offer a specific task rather than “let me know if you need anything” as a person who is grieving might not want to figure out how you can help or have the energy and motivation to ask. Little tasks mean a lot when someone is overwhelmed with emotion. Do not wait to be asked for help, as this is not likely to happen.
Understand the importance of the loss There are many events throughout life that can create intense emotions of sadness or sorrow. It is important to recognize the loss and what is means to the person grieving. Everyone has a unique set of values, dreams, goals
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and definitions of what is important. Perspective in loss comes only from the person experiencing it. Thus it is important not to jump to any conclusions or judgments upon hearing about a loss experienced by a friend, co-worker, family member or anyone else. Understand the other person’s reality.
Help honor memories When someone loses something or someone she/he loves, that does not mean the memories are lost as well. If your friend has experienced a family death, talk about that loved one. Speak the person’s name. Recall and share all that you appreciated about that person. Send a handwritten letter about all that you enjoyed, respected or learned from her/him. Talk about what you miss most. You do not have to be afraid that bringing up the loss will add to the person’s grief. The person has not forgotten the loss and avoiding the subject only minimizes it. Loved ones often fear that death might bring an end to their memories. It is important to help honor these memories and what they mean.
Create new traditions Many things change from year to year. If the circumstances surrounding a loss have left your friend or family member without a special relationship, a home or even a job, then holidays, birthdays and anniversaries can be very difficult. But you can help turn her/his attention to creating new memories and traditions. In the case of a family death, consider spending a day celebrating the life of the loved one and what brought joy to that person. Spend an afternoon bowling instead of fighting mall crowds. Or, watch old movies that inspire or bring humor. Begin thinking of new ways you might offer possibility instead of pain. Celebrate the good times, honor the past and be intentional in creating new direction despite the loss and grief you or your loved ones have survived. Tracey Lickfelt, licensed mental health counselor, is a Wayne County Clinic Coordinator at Centerstone. She may be reached at tracey.lickfelt@centerstone.org. Centerstone, a not-for-profit provider of community-based behavioral healthcare, provides a range of programs and services for children, adolescents, adults, seniors and families living with mental health or addiction disorders. For more information visit www.centerstone.org. If you or someone you love needs help, contact Centerstone at (800) 344-8802. If you are in crisis, call Centerstone’s 24-Hour Crisis Intervention Hotline at (800) 832-5442.
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MEDICARE PART B ou might already know that Medicare is a medical insurance program for people who are 65 or older and for people who are disabled at any age. Some people are covered only by one type of Medicare; others opt to pay extra for more coverage. Understanding Medicare can save you money. If you’re eligible for and want to be covered by Medicare Part B medical insurance, now is the time to sign up. The general enrollment period for Medicare Part B runs from Jan. 1 through March 31. Before you make a decision about general enrollment, here is some useful information. There are four parts to Medicare: Parts A, B, C and D. Part A helps pay for inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing care, hospice care, and other services. Part B helps pay for doctors’ fees, TERESA outpatient hospital visits, and other medBRACK ical services and supplies not covered by Part A. Part C allows you to choose to receive all of your health care services through a managed health care organization. These plans, known as Medicare Advantage Plans, might help lower your costs of receiving medical services, or you might get extra benefits for an additional monthly fee. You must have both Parts A and B to enroll in Part C. And Part D is the Medicare Prescription Drug Program. There is a monthly premium for Medicare Part B. In 2013, the standard premium is $104.90. Some high-income individuals pay more than the standard premium. Your Part B premium also can be higher if you do not enroll during your initial enrollment period, or when you first become eligible. There are exceptions to this rule. For example, you can delay your Medicare Part B enrollment without having to pay higher premiums if you are covered under a group health plan based on your own current employment or the current employment of any family member. If this situation applies to you, you have a “special enrollment period” in which to sign up for Medicare Part B, without paying the premium surcharge for late enrollment. This rule allows you to: » Enroll in Medicare Part B at any time while you are covered under a group health plan based on your own current employment or the current employment of any family member; or » Enroll in Medicare Part B during the eight-month period that begins following the last month your group
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health coverage ends, or following the month employment ends, whichever comes first. If you receive disability benefits and have coverage from a working family member, the same rules apply. If you live in one of the 50 states or Washington, D.C., and you’re already receiving Social Security retirement or disability benefits or railroad retirement payments, you will be enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B automatically. However, because you must pay a premium for Part B coverage, you have the option of turning it down. If you don’t enroll in Medicare Part B when you first become eligible to apply and you don’t fall under the special enrollment period, you’ll have to wait until the general enrollment period, which is Jan. 1 through March 31 of each year. At that time, you may have to pay a higher Medicare Part B premium. For more information about Medicare, visit the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) website at www.medicare.gov. Or read our publication on Medicare at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10043.html. Teresa Brack is Social Security manager in Richmond.
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