Words of Wellness

by Dr. Stacey Raya

Relief For Ear Infections

Although it is common for young children to suffer from an occasional ear infection, others have them more often, making them chronic. They are unpleasant, painful, and no fun for anyone. However, relief is out there under the treatment of a knowledgeable chiropractor.

Chiropractic care can help decrease ear infections by improving drainage in the ears without using antibiotics, which have various side effects. There are several techniques that chiropractors can utilize. Also, gentle, non-invasive adjustments can reduce inflammation and improve the function of the joints and nervous system, allowing the body to better manage the pain caused by ear infections.

Routine chiropractic care provides patients with ear infections a safe, noninvasive, non-addictive alternative to prescription medications or over-thecounter pain medications, which are commonly prescribed to patients to help them manage their pain and swelling. In addition to Chiropractic, acupuncture is extremely effective in treating ear conditions in children and adults.

Please call 860-621-2225 to schedule an appointment. We are located at 200 Queen St., Southington.

P.S. Food sensitivities can also play a part in many chronic health conditions.

was able to turn this hobby into a part-time career. A member of several musical groups, he was also a board member at Redeemer’s Church.

Johnson’s remembered as someone who loved to tell the stories of Plainville’s days gone by, and in her Feb. 23 presentation, his daughter will bring these stories to life.

Leven Harris was an AfricanAmerican Civil War veteran who served in Company F of the 31st Regiment. He moved to Plainville after the war and was well-known in town. Henry Castle, who was alive at the same time as Harris, wrote up an interview with him. month, 5 to 7 p.m. To make an appointment outside of these hours, leave a message at 860-276-6299 or e-mail veteranscommittee@southington.org.

In their Historical Society presentation, Lisa and Alison Johnson will portray what life was like for an African-American man in post-Civil War Plainville.

To attend the Black History Month program on Feb. 23, email plvhistorical@ gmail.com (include name(s), and telephone number.)

Class of 2023 clothing drive

PHS Project Graduation 2023’s next monthly clothing drive will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to noon, at the Plainville YMCA. Donations of gently used clothing, shoes, linens and bedding are greatly appreciated. The drive supports the Plainville High School Class of 2023 All Night Graduation Party.

History Pints

Join Barnes Museum curator and historian Christina Volpe at Witchdoctor Brewing Company, 168 Center St., Southington, Thursday, Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. for “History Pints,” a program about the history of the Factory Square building, Southington Cutlery Company and the town’s industrial past. Select items will be on display. This is a free program..

Grants available

Main Street Community Foundation invites nonprofit organizations serving Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington and/or Wolcott to apply for grants through its competitive General Grant Cycle. To learn more about the application process, guidelines and eligibility criteria, visit mainstreetfoundation.org. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 24.

Garden club

The Orchard Valley Garden Club of Southington will meet Tuesday, Feb. 28 at American Legion Hall, 64 Main St. The program will feature Joey Listro from New Britain Roots, who will present “Starting Seeds and Growing Gardeners.” Doors open at 9:45 a.m.; program begins at 10. Guests are welcome for a $5 donation. For more information about The Orchard Valley Garden Club, visit orchardvalleygardenclub.weebly.com or follow the group on Facebook.

50th Reunion

The Southington High School Class of 1973 will celebrate its 50th reunion Oct. 7 at the Back Nine Tavern. Tickets are $50. RSVP to Shs73_50threunion@ aol.com.

Send checks payable to Maureen Cassidy to: 46 Dunham St., Southington, CT 06489.

Castro and Castaneda's new venture was inspired by Citylife Nutrition in Amityville, New York. “We just wanted to branch out with that same idea,” Castro said. “We didn’t see any similar places like this around here in Plainville.”

“We’re just happy to be here,” she added.

Before bringing Angel’s Fix to Connecticut, Castro and Castaneda, who are both 20, considered setting up shop in New Jersey or New York. The young business owners found the Plainville location this past November, and Angel’s Fix opened its doors on Jan. 8.

“We want to offer a healthy hangout spot,” Castro said. “In the future, I’d like to have a club-like vibe with mocktails and a safe place for adults. Alcohol doesn’t do anything for you in the

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long run, and affects your health ... [W]e want to provide a healthier alternative.”

As for the name – Angel’s Fix – Castro said it's a play on words. A "fix" can be something that people require to feel good, and the word "angel" has many positive conations, of course. Therefore, an angel’s fix would just have to be great.

Angel’s Fix, 111 New Britain Ave., is open Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday through Sunday 2 to 10 p.m.