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I Fooled Around
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ON THE COVER:
Three generations that found the key to everlasting love.
Contents
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FEATURES
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I FOOLED AROUND and Fell in Love
CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH LET’S GET TO THE HEART OF THE MATTER
SECTIONS
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FUN AND GAMES
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AREA EVENTS GUIDE
A Nifty Valentine
By Larry Oldham & Dena Hill
Realistic Business Choices By Todd Boaze
Get Stronger, Get Healthier, and Loose Body Fat! By Dave Gluhareff
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FROM THE EDITOR Crossword, Word Seach & Sudoku
PAWS FOR A CAUSE By Paulette Dean
A Hearty Dream for a Dreamy Heart by Misty Brooks
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FRO M T H E E D I TO R I looked at the calendar and saw the word February. This can’t be, I literally just put my Christmas tree in storage. Granted, it spent most of January in the back of my car, but still, time shouldn’t move this fast. I did some research and sixty seconds still equals a minute. Sixty minutes still equals an hour. And twenty-four hours still make up a day. Time is at the same pace it’s always been, but I’m faster. Or should I say less cognizant of time. As adults, life sometimes finds ways to blur lines. With so many things happening in our daily lives, it becomes easy to take things that are constant for granted. Time is one of these constants. Before you know it, it’s February, and you’re still hauling the Christmas tree around in your car. At times, we tend to take our loved ones for granted as well. February, or more precisely, Valentine’s Day is that moment when your significant other has center stage in your hectic life. That’s great and all, but I’ve said this
before, you shouldn’t save up your love to express only upon the arrival of chocolate-covered hearts. It’s funny, even with our fast-paced lives we still find time for procrastination. Letting those you love know that they are special is something that should never be put off. Roman poet Lucretius said, “We are each of us angels with only one wing, and we can only fly by embracing each other.” It’s true, support from those we love is what helps us rise to meet the challenges that life presents. So, take time to show the one you love how important they are to you. Don’t wait for a specific date on the calendar to let them know how much they mean to you. But still celebrate Valentine’s Day. Forgetting that could be disastrous. How often do you see a bird, with only one wing, flying?
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SHE SAID... Well, you got two things right in your “Love Dissertation.” It’s going to be a long year, and you are full of , well, you know what you are full of. It sounds to me that you are making fun of women and me in particular because you know that women want to be loved and love attention from their man. I know that you are fond of anomalies and that you are also being facetious.
Every morning when we get up and every night when we go to bed I always tell you how beautiful you are. I know by your crossed eyes that you have PHOTO BY MICHELLE DALTON PHOTOGRAPHY grown weary of hearing me repeatedly comment on your beauty, for a senior Well, that is not going to work on me. I can see through your citizen of course. I hope that I am not driving you away with bull. This is just your way of trying to butter me up with all my incessant need to send you love cards throughout the your talk about love so that you don’t have to buy a Valentine’s year, and flowers, occasionally, to show what you mean to me. gift for me. Well, I am telling you now that I am not falling for I know you go to work and complain to the other girls about it and I am not putting up with it.You better be going to the me kissing and hugging you constantly when you are trying to jewelry store, or getting off of facebook and onto a site that do the dishes or make the bed. sells jewelry....something that REALLY lasts! I don’t mean to be such a love-sick puppy dog. I know how hard it is for you to put up with all of this attention and the As far as my getting tired of hearing you tell me I am beautiful, fact that I love you too much. I have tried to back off and what girl doesn’t want to hear those words? I don’t remember suppress my comments, but as a man it is really hard to cut off ever complaining to you about your compliments and I don’t these feelings that I am dying to show to you. I don’t want to feel suffocated by your attention. I do think couples need time run you away with too much love and affection. I promise in apart and I usually get that when I am driving in my car to this coming year to tone it down. work each morning and coming home after work. Of course most days you call me on my cell phone and ask me what I am Just overlook my need to suffocate you and please understand doing, what’s for dinner, or what are we doing tonight? I have that I would never do this for any other girl. I do it because to laugh because I just left you a minute before and here you you are so nifty. If I ever get too insistent, please give me a are calling to ask rhetorical questions. There is never a dull warning sign and I will back off.You remain the only girl that I love and I will always love you more than my cars or my moment with you. books. I know you love me even on the days that you don’t send Remember to be my Valentine not just in February, but flowers. Life with you is always the same, day after day, throughout the whole long year. Love ya, mean it. minute after minute. What more could a girl ask for? Yes, I will be your Valentine...but a word to the wise...don’t ever call me nifty again.
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he said...she said...
February is the month when the buzz word is love, so if I want dinner tonight, I guess I’d better document all of the things I love about you. I know you get tired of me professing my love for you but most girls wouldn’t grow tired of hearing this day after day.
A Nifty Valentine
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HE SAID...
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Realistic Business Choices
financial
If a person approached you and asked, “Which is more difficult building a business or maintaining it?” What would you say? Developing and running a business requires dedication, determination, and a commitment to make it work. Like any business, it will only be as good as the time, effort, and planning you put into it. To be a success you need to plan for success. Before we can obtain the clearest understanding to incremental parts of a business, we must accept the truth that many new startup ventures fail within the first two to five years. There is an old saying, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” Whatever business you are in it requires a clear understanding of where you want your business to go, what it can achieve, and what you must accomplish to attain the desired outcomes for the goals you set. With a clear goal you will have an overall vision of how you will build your business in the years ahead. Setting outcomes for your goal is the key to taking your insights and resources, forming a plan of action, and setting out to achieve what you truly want. Some common areas that prevent people from succeeding are: 1. Inability to manage their finances well. 2. Making bad choices for themselves. 3. Being incapable of taking personal responsibility for their life or their actions or inactions. 4. They do not know how to set outcomes for creating what they want. 5. They succumb to laziness and procrastinate rather than taking the necessary action to ensure success.
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Money management tips, small business strategies and a variety of other financial concepts. Facts and information contained is not intended to provide specific legal, financial or tax advice, or any other advice for any individual or company and should not be relied upon in that regard.
Unless you act, outcomes remain nothing more than dreams. Unfortunately, there are no magic formulas for instant success no matter how many people may try to convince you otherwise. While it is a good idea to learn from others who have gone before you to avoid the pitfalls they have encountered, it is wise to use good judgment about any information that may influence you or your business decisions. Any business can possess special techniques for survival in their daily operation. Any business owner will tell you they must know every little thing before it can become a success. In today’s competitive marketplace, businesses operating solely by a staff of managers have tough decisions to make. Their high-profile recommendations to invest in research and development plays an important role towards profitability. These important decisions are usually submitted to the owner(s) before final approval is made. As a business
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owner in the current economic climate, it pays to know every key element for operating a successful business. Many long hours of planning ensures that nothing is missed. A knowledgeable owner must be able to answer any question on demand to properly solve any problem with a solution. Most owners choose to consult with their managers, staff, or employees to seek advice before making a final decision. This is a good thing, because ideas or suggestions are hardly ignored. Some owners even hold weekly meetings to capture business revenues and to build better quality products or services for continued growth. One common mistake owners try to improve on, but many fail to implement, is updating management procedures. These are always changing due to fluctuations in the economy. A more efficient way to remain profitable is to set a standard of operating procedures and implement key elements with a company policy. Regardless of what type of business it is, an employee, or even a customer often will raise a question or problem for the business to solve. This is when decision making comes into play. The solution always comes from the top - the owner! If a different solution is given by someone other than the owner, and it turns out to be wrong, nobody is to blame but the one in charge for this mistake. These key strategies must be in place in order to manage a successful business: • Take control of Your business. • Know how to dramatically improve profits. • Provide the critical elements required by investors, leaders, and buyers. • Develop your own unique selling advantage. • Operate a profitable enterprise with powerful management tools. • Stay ahead of your competition - always. • Make your business plan the heart and soul of your operation. In order to eliminate the frustration of not knowing everything about your business, you must establish your inner instincts. Never give up and always diversify your knowledge. The easiest way to do this is to think back when you first started your business, and remembering those times of failure. If you want your business to succeed, you have no other choice. Always know where you are going and remember where you have been should be your theme. To look is one thing. To see what you look at is another. To understand what you see is a third. To learn from what you understand is still something else. But, to act on what you learn is all that really matters. SM
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I Fooled Around and Fell in Love
feature
by Larry Oldham
I Fooled Around
and Fell in Love
What is Love? “Love,” with its seven-point value, will barely cause a blink in your Scrabble opponent’s eye. But, keeping in Scrabble terms, when you fall in love it’s like landing “Oxyphenbutazone” on three triple-playword-scores while connecting seven tiles to eight already played tiles. That whopping score of 1,780 points will knock your opponent off his feet. The same thing happens when one falls in love. Love has served as a muse for some of the greatest stories ever told. Love has inspired artists to share its true beauty through vibrant colors. Since the dawn of music, musicians have serenaded our ears with tales of love. It’s a complex, some might say “crazy little” thing. Love can take your breath away or make you stutter. But that’s part of its charisma. It can be expressed in many ways. If you can’t get the words out, just say it in a song. One thing is for sure, love is in the air, it’s all around us. To take a deeper look at love, we found three
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generations of couples, who happen to be part of the same family. Chris Hill and Lucy Meadema Hill have been married two years. Lucy’s parents, Sam and Becky Meadema said “I Do” twenty-nine years ago. And Becky’s parents, Randy and Alice Bradshaw, have been happily blessed in marriage for sixty-three years. Love is a difficult word to explain. Yes, there is a dictionary definition, but can love really be defined in one sentence? Alice says, “Love is an irresistible impulse.” Becky continues with words from Ann Landers, “‘Love is friendship caught on fire.’” Lucy says, “Love is the willingness to happily be completely selfless in order to make the one you love happy.” All of these define love, but it’s much more. Love presents itself in unique ways to each us. For that reason it’s so highly sought after.
Love Finds You The saying goes, “you don’t find love, love finds you.” In many cases, Cupid’s arrow finds its mark when we least expect it. Chemistry plays a major role when two people fall in love. Lucy says, “Shared interests and an investment of time” play a part in prospering love. Luck
also has its hand in the mix. Randy recalls it happened when, “a really good looking nurse walked by on North 3 while I was reviewing charts.” Sometimes, all it takes is something as simple as a glance. Love at first sight is an anomaly. Attraction is the baiting of the hook. Love sets the hook as you get to know each other. And before you know it you’re reeled in. Randy and Alice met in Charlottesville at the University of Virginia Hospital. Randy remembers the time, 5 pm, and the season, autumn of 1948. When love is involved, you don’t forget. Alice chimes in, “We’ve been together since that day.” Sam and Becky also met at the University of Virginia Hospital in the Department of Otolaryngology. Sam adds, “Specifically in the Temporal Bone Lab.” Love has a funny way of imprinting the details. The youngest couple, Chris and Lucy, met at First Presbyterian Church. Lucy was eleven and Chris was ten. The history of how these three couples met gives credence to Lucy’s earlier comment that similar interests are key in creating a lasting love.
“Lasting love takes an investment of time. And when you decide to make the commitment, it’s for good.”
Making Memories Memories are those little moments that stay etched in your mind throughout your lifetime of being in love. Some are simple little things like the time your significant other laughed after you spilled soda over yourself in a crowded mall. Maybe your first instinct was to be mad at her for laughing, but the smile on her face melted that anger. From the point forward, the memories you take away from that event aren’t of embarrassment.You remember
her smile and her subtle way of saying, “Hey, you’re a klutz, but I still love you.” Some memories hold a more powerful place in our minds. Randy recalls November 13, 1954 as one of the best moments of his relationship with Alice. He says, “It’s the day Becky was born, the day we started our family.” Alice then tells of other fond memories…the times spent, traveling, seeing the world with Randy. She says, “One favorite trip was to Australia and New Zealand. It was a great and unexpected adventure, and it gave us an appreciation for the vastness of the world. She pauses, and then continues, “Another favorite time for us was an anniversary evening spent dancing abroad a boat on a lake near Lucerne, Switzerland.” Traveling has provided valuable memories for Chris and Lucy as well. Lucy says, “In July 2012, we spent two marvelous weeks traveling in eastern Spain together. We visited Barcelona, Tarragona,Valencia, and Palma. After Chris’s first year of medical school at UVA and my first year of teaching, it was a fantastic getaway; the Continued to page 18.
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I Fooled Around and Fell in Love opportunity to spend two weeks together with no cell phones or worries created memories that we will forever cherish.” While traveling can provide a “once in a lifetime” moment, the majority of memories are made at home. Becky adds, “We love family times. We love to take walks on Sunday afternoons.” When asked about her fondest memory with Sam, Becky says, “Laughing so hard we cried.” Whether it’s building a family, traveling, or simply just sitting down together to watch your favorite television program, memories are made every moment those in love spend together.
The Secret to Love’s Longevity There is no magical elixir that ensures lasting love. At times, love can be a difficult beast to tame, but the rewards hugely outweigh the alternative of letting love slip away. You have to be patient when love is involved. Chris says, “Lasting love takes an investment of time.” Randy adds, “And when you decide to make the commitment, it’s for good.” For these couples, marriage is a product of their love for one another. As with love, a strong marriage also requires effort. Chris says that for him and Lucy, “a
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strong faith in God” is essential. All three couples agree that faith is the mortar of a healthy marriage. Sam adds, “You must also take the marriage vows seriously.” The three generations of couples are living proof that love can last. Randy attributes the longevity to having a positive attitude. He says, “Try to always see the good in every situation.” Lucy follows, “And always support each other.” Love is built, just as in architecture, and a sturdy foundation is crucial. Without support it crumbles. Becky adds that words from the Jane Wells’s poem “Marriage Advice” define the backbone for a strong marriage. The poem reads, “Let your love be stronger than your anger. Learn the wisdom of compromise, for it is better to bend a little than to break. Believe the best rather than the worst. People have a way of living up (or down) to your opinion of them. Remember that true friendship is the basis of any relationship. The person you choose to marry is deserving of the courtesies and kindness you bestow on your friends.” And that sums it up. For everlasting love, the person you fall in love with should be there for you to share the joy of the good times and to support you through bad times. If we are fortunate enough we will have plenty of friends throughout our lives, but the person you fall in love with should be your best friend. Remember, love is what keeps you together. Togetherness is what keeps you in love. SM
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Black History IN VIRGINIA
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Maggie Lena Walker Richmond,Virginia
Maggie Walker is best known for becoming the first female bank president (St. Luke Penny Savings Bank). She was also heavily involved in the Independent Order of St. Luke Society, an organization that provided health insurance and burial assistance for its members. The Society also encouraged self-help and promoted racial pride. Walker held many positions within the Society and was active until her death. In 1902, Walker founded The St. Luke Herald, an African-American newspaper. She contributed to the paper as a columnist, writing about race and women’s issue. Walker also served more than ten years as a member of the NAACP. Walker’s home is a historical landmark in Richmond. Visit http://www.nps.gov/mawa for information on visiting the Walker home.
Joseph Jenkins Roberts Norfolk,Virginia
Joseph Roberts developed a strong work ethic while working for his father’s boating business on the James River. In 1829, he emigrated to Liberia. Roberts opened a trade business in Monrovia and began taking an interest in politics. In 1847, Liberia declared independence and Roberts was elected its first president. He served from 1848-1856. IN 1872, Roberts was once again elected president. He served for four years as Liberia’s seventh president.
Roger Arliner Young Clifton Ford,Virginia
Roger Arliner Young is known for becoming the first AfricanAmerican woman to receive a doctorate degree in zoology.Young was also the first
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African-American woman to research and publish in the field. Young’s resume in the world of science is extensive. She researched the effects of direct and indirect radiation on sea urchin eggs, on the structures that control the salt concentration in paramecium, as well as the hydration and dehydration of living cells.Young’s first paper entitled “On the Excretory Apparatus in Paramecium” was published in Science magazine in 1924. She was only twenty-five-years-old. The Biological Bulletin published “Indirect Effects of Radiation on Sea Urchin Eggs” in 1935. Young went on to publish several books in her field.
Oliver White Hill
Richmond,Virginia
Oliver Hill began practicing law in 1939. Working alongside Thurgood Marshall, William Hastie, and Leon Ranson, Hill won his first civil rights case in 1940. In the case of Alton v. School Board of the City of Norfolk, the Court upheld the decision of the lower court which stated that the implementation of a different salary schedule for equally qualified and similarly assigned black and white teachers in Norfolk schools violated the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution. Hill is most famous for his work against racial discrimination. His dedication to the cause helped to overturn the doctrine of “separate but equal” which justified segregation. Through his illustrious career, Hill won many landmark cases for racial equality including access to school buses, jury selection, employment protection, and voting rights.
Barbara Rose Johns Prince Edward Co., Virginia
At age sixteen, Barbara Rose Johns became an American civil rights icon. In 1951, Johns organized a student strike to bring light to the unequal conditions at Moton High School in Farmville. With NAACP legal support, Johns’s suit became part of the significant 1954 United States Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education. The Court ruled against “separate but equal” thus ending de jure segregation in American public schools. Brown’s commitment to education continued throughout her adult years when she became a librarian, a profession she served until her death in 1991.
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This is the first in a series of stories explaining the mission and activities at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville. The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research is one of several organizations and businesses in Southern Virginia trying to enable the region to emerge as a leader in technology and innovation. The Institute engages in research, education and conferencing as a way of boosting business development and preparing local residents for tomorrow’s careers. The service area includes Patrick, Henry, Pittsylvania, Halifax, Mecklenburg and Franklin counties as well as the cities of Danville and Martinsville. Perhaps you’ve participated in one of our many civic events, or taken part in professional education and training, or eaten lunch at Megabytes restaurant. We touch the lives of many people in many different ways.
Research
The Institute’s new Sustainable Energy and Technology Center is an impressively functional showcase of architecture and technology, and its tenant Virdia has an innovative process of converting woody biomass into high value sugars and lignin. The Institute has established the Dan River Analytical Laboratory, expanding its research in analytical and sustainable chemistry, serving Danville area companies with sample testing and consulting. The Dan River Polymers and Composites Center is researching plastics made from natural feedstocks instead of petroleum.
with some resulting in full time employment as Institute scientists. The Institute continues to educate teachers with professional development to maximize their impact in Southern Virginia classrooms.
Conferencing
For most people in the community, the Conference Center is the key window to the Institute, and now even more so with the arrival of Sodexo and Megabytes restaurant. The partnership has shaped a catering and daily dining service that emphasizes flavorful yet sensible food and top flight service. Corporate meetings and civic gatherings continue to fill the schedule of the Conference Center, which serves the community with workshops, training sessions and large-scale conferences. The Institute campus will resonate with new departments, new partners, and new initiatives in 2013, and remain a growth engine for residents, industry and education for Southern Virginia.
New partnerships have already sparked hiring and the current construction of a new greenhouse on our campus. These companies work with agricultural products that can be converted into medicine, fuel and other products. Some of the equipment at the new National Tire Research Center at Virginia International resulted from Institute programs. Our commercial lab Dan River Plants produces the Lady Astor Rose and the VT Spirit daylily, strengthening a relationship with the city of Danville and Virginia Tech’s Hokie Nation.
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The popular STEM Mobile Learning Lab has delivered its hands-on learning experience in science, renewable energy and technology to nearly 15,000 visitors at more than 350 locations. Institute interns at both the high school and college levels are getting vital experience,
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Let’s Get to the Heart of the Matter
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February is Heart Health Month. But truly every month should be a Heart Healthy Month. The Tell-Tale Heart (Truth) If there is one thing that symbolizes the month of February, it’s the heart. From the chocolates in a heart-shaped box to the love you express to your significant other. It all comes from the heart. It’s easy to get lost in the balloons, flowers, and candy. Love is in the air during the month of February, so don’t forget to sit a bit aside for the inspiration…the heart.
situation under control. The University of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine suggests that Americans inadequately educate themselves when it comes to heart heath. Action needs to be taken to curb the startling rise in heart disease.
February is Heart Health Month. But truly every month should be a Heart Healthy Month. There are some downright frightening statistics regarding heart disease. Sometimes stats aren’t given the proper attention they deserve. If you are someone at risk of heart disease and you say to yourself, “It’s not going to happen to me. I have this under control,” you’re not alone. A good percentage of the more than 600,000 people that die annually from heart disease said the same thing. Some of the 135,000 people that die from strokes felt the same way.
Heart Healthy Behaviors Nonsmoking
It’s a script more horrific than anything Stephen King could dream up. And it’s not fiction. It’s happening. Don’t become a statistic because your ego tells you that have the
The American Heart Association says that ideal heart health consists of 7 heart healthy behaviors and factors.
Body Mass Index (BMI) lower than 25 Adequate physical activity as recommended by leading organizations Healthy, balanced diet Heart Healthy Factors Cholesterol below 200 (untreated) Blood pressure below 120/80 (untreated) Fasting blood sugar below 100 Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine assessed 1,933 test subjects between the ages of 45 and 75 for the study Health Strategies Concentrating on Rick Evaluation. The evaluation consisted of exams, blood tests, and written questionnaires. Fewer than 10 percent studied met 5 or more of the 7 heart health criteria. Less than 2 percent met the 4 hearth healthy behaviors and only 1.4 percent met the 3 heart healthy factors. But more alarming than those statistics, Continued to page 25
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Bill Strickland
Tuesday, February 26, 2013 6:00 PM (IALR) Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served As a disadvantaged youth, Bill Strickland followed his dreams, never taking no for an answer in their pursuit. The MacArthur “Genius” Award recipient works with Manchester-Bidwell, a Pittsburgh-based organization focusing upon career training and youth arts education programs. The Dan River Region is similar to Bill’s hometown of Pittsburgh - we lost tobacco and textile industries, while Pittsburgh saw a significant portion of its steel industry leave its city. Bill is a natural fit to speak to our many residents who are thinking about or going through the job retraining process, as his organization retrained many of these displaced steel workers. At ManchesterBidwell, Bill has also developed youth arts education programs. Many of the students have gone on to professional careers in the arts. He believes that creativity spurs positive growth, both in one’s personal and professional lives. In addition, Bill will speak with locals going through or exploring workforce development training at a time and location to be determined. Bill Strickland will also talk with students on the subjects of the arts as trade or career and how creativity can benefit all aspects of one’s life.
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2012-2013 Speaker Series Continues
UPCOMING SPEAKER Vivek Wadhwa
Tuesday, April 9, 2013 7:30 AM (IALR) Vivek Wadhwa is Vice President of Academics and Innovation at Singularity University, as well as Director of Research at the Center for Entrepreneurship and Research Commercialization at Duke University’s Pratt School Of Engineering and a Fellow at Stanford University’s Toni Rembe Rock Center for Corporate Governance.
There is no cost to attend the series but reservations are required and will be made on a first-come, first served basis. Reservations can be made with the series’ co-sponsor, the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce, at 434.836.6990 or at chamber@dpchamber.org. For more information about the Chamber and services and programs they provide, visit www.dpchamber.org, or contact Chamber President Laurie Moran at 434.836.6990 or email at lmoran@dpchamber.org. To learn more about DRF, its grant opportunities, the 2012-2013 Speaker Series and partnership opportunities, visit the DRF website at www.drfonline.org or call 434.799.2176.
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Vivek’s area of focus is entrepreneurship and public policy. As the Dan River Region increases its competitive advantage through engagement of entrepreneurs, both locally and externally, Vivek’s work provides insights into how we can best do that. This year’s Community Read of Redirect: The Surprising New Science of Psychological Change by Tim Wilson continues. Redirect focuses on changing negative attitudes into positive ones.Tim kicked off the 2012-13 Speaker Series in October.
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only 1 person out of the 1,933 tested met the full criteria for a healthy heart. The data is screaming louder and louder. It’s time to unplug our ears and listen. Keep on Ticking You remember to change the oil in your car every 5000 miles, how can you not remember to maintain your heart? The following tips go along in keeping a heart healthy. Liken them to that sticker on your windshield that reminds you to change your oil. 1.Yearly Check-ups. Having a doctor check your blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose levels is imperative in gauging your heart’s health. 2. Hydrate with H20. Take water with you everywhere. Sip on it throughout the day. Not only does it keep you hydrated, it also helps with weight management. 3. Evict the junk living in your cabinets. Replace unhealthy foods with raw vegetables and fruits. If that snack cake isn’t in the pantry, you can’t succumb to its temptation.
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7. Say No to fads. Fashion fads may cause you embarrassment when pictures surface years later. But fad diets can leave you in worse shape than before you started them. To lose weight, properly, eat 200 to 300 less calories per day and exercise for at least 30 minutes 5 times a week. 8. Nicotine is not your friend. Stop smoking.
5. watch your cholesterol. Eat food low in saturated fat and have a steady diet of fruits and vegetables.
You’re One in a Million Only you can make the decision that your hearts matters.You have to be the one to take control and change your lifestyle to ensure that you have the best quality of life possible. But it’s good to have friends along the way.
6. Say, “Whoa, wait a minute” to salt. Limiting salt intake is essential in controlling blood pressure.
In September 2011, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched Million Hearts™.
4. Get active. exercise 15-30 minutes a day. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Park in the last parking space, not the first.
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The goal of Million Hearts™ is to prevent one million heart attacks and strokes in the United States over the period of 2011 to 2016. Million Hearts™ is taking the fight to heart disease by educating Americans to make healthier choices. Changes such as avoiding tobacco, reducing sodium intake, and limiting trans fats will lower the numbers of people seeking medical treatment for cholesterol and blood pressure issues. These simple changes will aid in the prevention of heart attacks and strokes. You can be a part of this massive campaign to curtail heart disease by taking the Million Hearts™ pledge at www.millionhearts.hhs.gov. The saying goes, “A mind is a terrible thing to waste.” But the heart is a terrible thing to abuse. Treat yours right and it will open up a world of possibilities for you. SM
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Get Stronger, Get Healthier, and Lose Body Fat!
Get Stronger, Get Healthier, and Lose Body Fat! We always see catchy headlines such as the one above, but are they really attainable? Is this just a scam or is this for real? Honestly, from me to you this is what I try to achieve each and every day with all my clients and readers. Yes, most of my clients want to lose inches and weight, but that is not the most important part. The most ultimate goal is to get the heart, lungs, muscles, bones, and other inner workings stronger. Once the inside stuff gets stronger, you get healthier, then the body fat goes away. This is no scam, this is true. The stronger we get inside, the healthier we become, and we lose body fat. Not getting enough exercise, healthy food, or rest are underlying causes that deter the loss of body fat. Let’s look deeper into this. If you can barely walk around a mall without getting out of breath, then your cardiovascular system is weakening. This is dangerous because this is your engine and if it isn’t running smoothly you will not function at good capacity. If your joints, bones, and muscles ache and you fatigue easily then you are slowly deteriorating. You are wasting away. We have all heard the saying “Use it or Lose it” and this is never truer than it is today with rising obesity rates.
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by Dave Gluhareff In the late 1990s David Gluhareff lost over 100 pounds. Dave then became a certified personal trainer with the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) and began his career as a personal trainer. In March of 2009 David earned the elite status of Master of Fitness Sciences (MFS) by the ISSA, their highest level of personal training qualifications. As a personal trainer, Dave has been helping people take charge of their physiques to help them feel, look, and move better through life. Visit www. VirginiaBootcamp. com for more information.
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When you are barely able to move without getting out of breath, you constantly ache, you have frequent indigestion, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, high sugar, osteoporosis, high stress, obesity, and excessive fatigue, then you are letting your body die. This means you are not able to perform well during everyday tasks such as playing with the kids, getting in and out of your vehicle, walking up stairs, or taking the dog for a walk. Simple things such as putting on your shoes become an obstacle. If this is you then you need to straighten up and start saving your own life. Unless you have an illness that causes you to be lazy, keeps healthy food from touching your lips and yells at you at night while you sleep, then you have no excuse not to exercise, eat right, and get plenty of rest. I have clients with ailments, disabilities, and diseases and they never let this things stop them from striving for better health They keep-on keeping-on and are trying every day to save their own lives by getting stronger, healthier, and losing body fat. There is no time like the present to begin working on your health and getting in shape. I have clients ranging from 8-years-old to 86-years-old. They all get stronger, healthier and lose body fat once they start exercising regularly, eating right, and getting enough rest. Our bodies adapt and overcome each time we exercise and we get stronger and leaner. Healthy foods help our bodies to maintain energy and fuel for proper
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Dave Tackles the Survival Run On February 16, Dave, along with 49 other competitors from around the Pete Jones Photography world, is converging in Nicaragua to compete in the Fuego Y Agua Survival Run. For more information about the survival run visit www.fuegoyagua.org/survivalrun. Dave would like to thank his sponsors for making this journey possible. • Danville Regional Medical Center www.DanvilleRegional.com • VPX Sports / Redline Energy Drinks www.vpxsports.com • Bodybuilding.com - Elite athletic clothing • Mark B. Holland, Attorney at Law Danville,Virginia - www.MarkBHolland.com • Wilkins & Co. Realtors Danville,VA – www.wilkinsandco.com Thank you for supporting me to race in this competition! - Dave
daily functioning. Getting plenty of rest helps us stay energized, focused, and keeps our immune systems going strong. Now is the time to seek help from your doctor, an experienced personal trainer, nutritionist, or other health professional to start an exercise plan which combines resistance training, cardiovascular training, and stretching. You should be able to get help in the areas of Exercise, Nutrition, and Rest, but make sure your doctor gives you an OK before starting. If you do not work on all three together (Exercise, Nutrition, and Rest), then you will not achieve desired results.. SM For more from Dave visit www.showcasemagazine.com and click the A Better You tab.
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14 – An Intimate Evening with Elvis: North Theatre: 8pm: 434.793.7469: www.thenorththeatre.com.
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15 – Rhythm of the Dance: Caswell County Civic Center: 8pm: 336.694.4591: www.ccfta.org.
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2 – Ain’t I A Woman!: Core Ensemble: Pritchett Auditorium, Averett: 7:30pm: 434.791.5620: www.averett.edu. 3 – Sunday Soiree: Danville Delius Legacy Bemefit: Two Locations: 12-2pm: 434.822.1112. 4 – Averett Speaker Series: Editor-in-Chief of Better Homes & Garden: Blount Chapel, Averett: 10am: 434.791.5681: www.averett.edu. 7,14,21,28 – Bluegrass Concert: Community Center,
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1 – Parents Night Out: Coates Rec. Center: 6-10pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 1,8,15,22 – Storytime: Danville Public Llibrary: F 11-11:45am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 1,8,15,22 – Valentine Dances: Grades K-5, 7-9pm, 2/1- Coates, 2/8-Glenwood. Grades 6-8, 7-9:30pm, 2/15- Coates, 2/22-Glenwood. 434.799.5150: www.playdanvilleva.com. 2 – Story Lab: Danville Public Llibrary: 10-11am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 4 – Anime Club: Danville Public Llibrary: Ages 12+: 4-6pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.
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Thru March 10 – DMFAH Exhibits: Sketches of Prison Life: Danville in the Civil War and Virginia Vistas: Oil Paintings and Watercolors: 434.793.5644: www.danvillemuseum.org. Thru May 5 – Playing with Time Exhibit: DSC: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. Thru May 27 – Nano Mini Exhibit: DSC: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. 2 – Bob Ross Painting Class: Sunlight in the Shadows: Ballou Park Annex Building: 10:30am-3:30pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 6,13,20,27 – Art with Flo: Times/Locations Vary: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 11-March 5 – Art with Judie: Ballou Park Annex: M/TU, Times Vary: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 24 – Open House New Executive Director Meet & Greet: Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History: 2-4pm: 434.793.5644: www.danvillemuseum.org..
Chatham: TH, 7pm: 434.432.3115: www.chathamcares.org. 8 – Chatham Concert Series: Emmanuel Episcopal Church: 7pm: kstrings1@hotmail.com. 8 – Valentines Candlelight Walk and Dinner: Community Market: 6-8pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 8,9,10 – A Raisin in the Sun: Gretna Little Theatre: 2/8-9, 7:30pm; 2/10 2:30 pm: 434.656.3637. 9 – Bids, Brew & Boil: Sacred Heart School: Open House 6-11pm: 434.793.2656. 9 – Magic of the Masters Magic Show: Church Night: North Theatre: 8pm: 434.793.7469: www.thenorththeatre.com. 13 – African Dance Night: Multipurpose Room, Averett University: 6pm: 434.791.7146: www.averett.edu. 14 – Senior Movie Day: Danville Public Llibrary: 11am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 14 – Love is the Sweetest Thing: Little Theatre of Danville: 6:30pm: Stratford Conference Center: 434.792.5796: www.danvillelittletheatre.org. 14 – An Intimate Evening with Elvis: North Theatre: 8pm: 434.793.7469: www.thenorththeatre.com. 16 – SoVA Winter Wine Fest: Olde Dominion Agriculture Center: 12-6pm: www.sovawinetrail.com. 21,22,23 – The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged: Pritchett Auditorium, Averett: 7:30pm: 434.791.5712: www.averett.edu. 23 – True Grit Rodeo Bull Bash: Olde Dominion Agriculture Center: 7pm: www.theodac.com/. 25 – Gospel Night: Pritchett Auditorium, Averett: 7pm: 434.791.5681: www.averett.edu.
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5 – Valentine’s Craft Night: Chick-Fil-A, Riverside: 5-7pm. 7 – Bingo Madness: Danville Public Llibrary: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 9 – Storytelling Festival: Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History: 10am-2pm: 434.793.5644: www.danvillemuseum.org. 13 – Bookmark Craft Craft: Danville Public Llibrary-Westover Branch: Ages 6-10: 3:30-4:30pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 13 – Polliwogs & Science Stars: Danville Science Center: Polliwogs, Ages 3–5, 1–2pm; Science Stars, Ages 5-7, 3:30–4:30pm: $3/$6: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. 14 – Teen Movie Night: Danville Public Llibrary: Ages 13+: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 16 – Family Movie Matinee: Danville Public Llibrary: 10:30am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 23 – Mario Kart Tournament Finale: Danville Public Llibrary: 11am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 23 – Spring Peepers & Salamanders: Dan Daniel Memorial Park: Ages 6+: 1-3pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 26 – What the Craft? Book Club: Danville Public Llibrary: Ages 10+: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.
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Ongoing – Guided Walking Tour: Millionaires Row: 434.770.1974: www.danvillehistoricalsociety.org. Thru Feb. 14 – Cat/Dog Valentine Baskets: While supplies last: Danville Area Humane Society Shelter: 434.799.0843: www.dahsinc.com. Thru April 26 – Autism Awareness 5k Registration: www.danriverautism5k.org. 1-March 1 – People, Pets & Pilot: 434.709.0695: karma50@gamewood.net. 4-27 – Blood Pressure & Body Mass Index Checks: Times/Locations Vary: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 6 – Speaker Elizabeth (Liz) Dalton: 3:45pm. Wednesday Club, 1002 Main St. 7 – Yack & Snack Book Club: Main Public Library: 12-1pm: 434.799.5216 or 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 11 – Crazy Quilt Lecture: Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History: 11am: 434.793.5644: www.danvillemuseum.org. 12,26 – Black History Month Guided Walking Tour: HolbrookRoss Historic District: 2/12-2pm; 2/26-11:15am; 434.770.1974: www.danvillehistoricalsociety.org. 13 – Bead Weaving: An Ancient Art Form in Modern Jewelry: 3:45pm. Wednesday Club, 1002 Main St. 20 – Wayne Alan’s Magical Meatless Meals Cooking Show: 3:45pm. Wednesday Club, 1002 Main St. 20 – The Historical AfricanAmerican Cemeteries of Central Virginia: Former Main Street Methodist Church: 7-9pm: 434.489.6528: www.danvillehistoricalsociety.org. 21 – Keeping Well in Mind, Body & Spirit: First Presbyterian Church: 11:30am-1pm: 434.766.6650. 21 – Vegetable Gardening: Danville Public Llibrary: 6:30pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 26 – DRF Speaker Series - Bill Strickland: Institute for Advanced Learning and Research: 6pm: 434.836.6990: www.drfonline.org. 27 – Health Awareness Day: Multipurpose Room, Averett University: 11am-2pm: 434.791.5788: www.averett.edu. 27-March 21 – Sign Language Classes: Ballou Rec. Center: W 5:15-6 pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.
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1-25 – High Intensity Interval Training:YMCA: M 7am; F 12pm. 434.792.0621: www.ymcadanville.org. 2 – Concealed Carry Permit Class: Glenwood Community Center: 9am-2pm: 434.799.5150: www.playdanvilleva.com. 2 – Ice Bowl Disc Golf Tournament: Ballou Park: 10am-2pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 2 – DRBA First Saturday Outing:
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Reynolds Homestead in Critz,VA: 10am: 540.570.3511: www.danriver.org. 2,9,16 – Yoga for ANY Body: Pepsi Building: 9-10am: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 3 – River City Mustang Club Meeting: 2:30pm: 434.770.3716. 4,6,12,19 – Bingo: Times/Locations Vary: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com. 4-27 – Aerobics: Community Center, Chatham: Mon & Wed 5:30-6:30pm: 434.432.3115: www.chathamcares.org. 4-28 – Pure Core Work Out: City Auditorium: M-TH 10:30-11:30am: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 5,12,19,26 – Karate Class: Community Center, Chatham: TU 5:30-6:30pm: 434.432.3115: www.chathamcares.org. 5,12,19,26 – Belly Dancing Class: Community Center, Chatham: TU 7-8pm: 434.432.3115: www.chathamcares.org. 5-28 – Cardio Step Class: City Auditorium: Times Vary: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 5-28 – Baby Boomer Style Work Out: City Auditorium: 9-10:30am: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 5-28 – Ladies, It’s Time To Work It Out: City Auditorium: 10am-12pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 5-28 – Yoga Express:YMCA: 12:15-1pm: 434.792.0621: www.ymcadanville.org. 5-28 – 15/15/15 Fitness: City Auditorium: 5:30-6:30pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 6 – Senior Bowling Tournament: Riverside Lanes: 10am-12pm: 434.791.2695: www.playdanvilleva.com. 6,13,20,27 – African Dance: City Auditorium: W 6-7:30pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 7,14,21,28 – Kuumba-West African Dance: City Armory: TH Kids, 6-6:30pm; Adults, 6:30-7:45pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 9 – Snow Tube, Ski or Ride Trip Wintergreen: 8am-6pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 11-March 18 – Shag Dance Classes: Ballou Rec. Center: Beginner & Intermediate: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com. 18,19 – Ladies in Retirement Audition: Gretna Center for the Arts: 434.656.3637. 19-March 14 – Beginning Swimming Adventures:YMCA: Ages 6-12: TU/TH 3:30-4:15pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 21 – Senior Bingo: Danville Public Llibrary: 11am-12pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com. 21 – Sky Watchers: Danville Science Center: Nightfall: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. 21-28 – Climbing Basics: Coates Rec. Center: 6-8pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com.
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Thru Aug. 25 – Dinosaurs Exhibit: Virginia Museum of Natural History: 276.634.4185: www.vmnh.net. 1 – First Friday Art Walk: Studio 107: 5-7pm: 276.638.2107: www.piedmontarts.org. 2 – 3D with E.D. – Subtractive Sculpture: Piedmont Arts: 10am-3pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org.
2-March 30 – We Are The Ship Exhibit: Piedmont Arts Association: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 7 – Bob Ross Technique Workshop: Piedmont Arts: 9am: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 12-March 12 – Artisan Classes: Texturizing & Stamping Metal Jewelry, Embellishments and Fantastic Finishes, Wheel Thrown Pottery, Intermediate Digital Image Editing: The Artisan C enter: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org. 13-March 13 – Artisan Classes: Repurposing Clothing & Other Fabrics, Basic Glass Fusing: The Artisan Center: 5:308:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org. 14-March 14 – Intro to Fine Woodworking: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org.
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6,20 – Homeschool Wednesdays: Virginia Museum of Natural History: Physical Sciences. 2/6-Matter: Structure/Properties; 2/20-Force and Motion. Ages 6-9 & 10-15: 10-11:15am: 276.634.4185: www.vmnh.net. 9 – SPCA Wellness Clinic: SPCA of Martinsville-Henry Co: 8am: 276.638:7297: www.spcamhc.org. 27 – Doodle Bugs - Physical ScienceMatter:Virginia Museum of Natural History: Ages 3-5: 10am & 3pm: 276.634.4185: www.vmnh.net.
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11 – A Game Apart: Mike Wiley as Jackie Robinson: Piedmont Arts: 7pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 16 – SPCA Fur Ball: Chatmoss Country Club: SPCA of Martinsville-Henry Co: 6:30pm: 276.638:7297: www.spcamhc.org.
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9 - GI Jive: National D-Day Memorial: 6:30-11pm: 540.586.3329: www.dday.org. 12 - Lunchbox Lecture:Voices-By Land, Air, and Sea: Bedford Welcome Center: 12pm: 540.586.3329: www.dday.org. 14-17 - Valentines Day: Peaks of Otter Winery: 12-5pm: 540.586.3707: www.peaksofotterwinery.com. 16 - Paddy Dougherty Valentine Concert: Bower Center for the Arts: 7:30pm:540.586.4235:www.bowercenter.org. 22-March 3 - The Fox on the Fairway: Bedford Little Town Players: Times Vary: 540.586.5881: www.littletownplayers.com. 26 - Lunchbox Lecture:VRoad to Victory: Bedford Welcome Center: 12pm: 540.586.3329: www.dday.org.
7 – Book Discussion: Spencer-Penn Centre: 3pm: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 7 – Photography Club: Spencer-Penn Centre: 6:30pm: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 12 – Pancake Day: Spencer-Penn Centre: 6am-1pm: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com.
Hobbies/Sports
1 – Vera Bradley Bingo: SpencerPenn Centre: 6pm: 276.957.5757 www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 4-28 – Classes at the Centre: Chair Aerobics, Aerobics with Anita, Boot Camp/ Power Sculpt: Spencer-Penn Centre: Days/Times Vary: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com. 15 –All About Herbs: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org.
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3,19,20 - Cultural Reflections: Bower Center for the Arts: 3pm: 540.586.4235: www.bowercenter.org. 8 - 2nd Fridays: Centertown Bedford: 540.586.2148:www.centertownbedford.com.
1 –Winterfest Beach Blast: Salem Civic Center: 6-9pm: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com. 1,2,3 – Kazim Shrine Circus: Roanoke Civic Center: 877.663.6186: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 2 –Winterfest Beach Blast: Salem Civic Center: 6-9pm: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com. 2 – Roy Stanley Memorial Shootout: Salem Civic Center: 800.745.3000:
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www.salemciviccenter.com. 8 – Cabin Fever Series: The Embers: Roanoke Civic Center Exhibit Hall: 6pm: 877.482.8496: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 8 – Fab Four: Salem Civic Center: 8-11pm: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com. 8.9.10 – RV Show & Sale: Roanoke Civic Center: 10am/11am: 877.663.6186: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 9 – Professional Roughstock Series Rodeo: Roanoke Civic Center Coliseum: 7pm: 877.482.8496: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 9 – Police Officer’s Ball: Salem Civic Center: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com. 13 – Lord of the Dance: Salem Civic Center: 7:30-9pm: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com. 15 – Monster Jam: Roanoke Civic Center: 7:30pm/2pm: 540.853.5483: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 15 – Broadway in Roanoke: A Chorus Line: Roanoke Performing Arts Theatre: 8pm: 540.853.5483: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 15,16,17 – Log Home Show: Roanoke Civic Center: 11am/10am: 540.853.5483: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 21,22,23,24 – ODAC Basketball Tournament: Salem Civic Center: 540.387.0267: www.salemciviccenter.com. 22,23,24 - Boat Show: Roanoke Civic Center: 1pm/10am: 800.745.3000: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 23 – Disney Live! Mickey’s Music Festival: Roanoke Performing Arts Theatre: 4pm: 540.853.5483: www.roanokeciviccenter.com. 28 – Harlem Globetrotters: Roanoke Civic Center: 7pm: 540.853.5483: www.roanokeciviccenter.com.
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5 – Clean Teeth Talk: Person County Public Library: Ages 6+: 4pm: 6.597.7881: www.personcounty.net. 7 – Wine, Women & Chocolate: Roxboro Country Club: 6-10pm: 336.599.8333: www.roxboronc.com. 10,24 – Let’s Talk About It Mysteries: Person County Public Library: 336.597.7881: www.personcounty.net. 14 – Homeschooler Program: Person County Public Library: 10-11am: www.personcounty.net.
15 – The Marvelous Wonderettes: Kirby Theater, Roxboro: 7:30pm: 336.597.1709: www.kirbytheater.com. 15 – Rhythm of the Dance: Caswell County Civic Center: 8pm: 336.694.4591: www.ccfta.org. 16– Winter Birding Tour: Mayo Lake, Roxboro: 9-10am: www.personcounty.net. 19 – African Folktales: Person County Public Library: 4-5pm: 336.597.7881: www.personcounty.net. 28 – Adult Book Bunch Meeting: Person County Public Library: 12-1pm: www.personcounty.net.
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17 – Sarah Furgurson Home Movies: Former Main Street Methodist Church: 3-5pm: 434.250.0067: www.danvillehistory.org. 26 – 1859 Coffeehouse Lecture Series: Multipurpose Room, Averett University: 7pm: 434.791.7189: www.averett.edu.
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4 – Needle Social: South Boston Public Library: 6pm: 434.575.4228. 14,16 – Commemoration of The Crossing of The Dan: The Prizery: Times vary: 434.572.8339. 15-17,21-23 – Elvis has Left the Building: The Prizery: 7:30pm/3pm: 434.572.8339: www.prizery.com or www.HCLT.org. 26 – Around The World In 80 Days: The Prizery: 7:30pm: 434.572.8339: www.prizery.com.
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2 – Marchi-Gras SpeakEasy: Secret Location: 8pm-12am: 434.489.6528: www.danvillehistory.org. 9 –Green Legs & Hamstrings 5K, 10K & Half Marathon: Anglers Park: 10am: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com. 9 – Bowl for Kids’ Sake: Big Brothers Big Sisters: Riverside Lanes: 1-4pm: 434.792.3700: www.biglittledanville.org. 11-April 7 - Student Art Show: Averett Student Center, Averett: 434.791.5600: www.averett.edu. 13 – Polliwogs & Science Stars: Danville Science Center: Polliwogs, Ages 3–5, 1–2pm; Science Stars, Ages 5-7, 3:30–4:30pm: $3/$6: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org. 15 – Sixth Floor Trio: Averett’s Pritchett Auditorium: 7:30pm: 434.792.9242: www.danvilleconcert.org.
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7 – Afterschoolers Book Club: Person County Public Library: 4-5pm: 336.597.7881: www.personcounty.net. 9 – Standing in the Shadows of the Four Top: Caswell County Civic Center: 8pm: 336.694.4591: www.ccfta.org. 10,24 – Let’s Talk About It Mysteries: Person County Public Library: 336.597.7881: www.personcounty.net. 14 – Homeschooler Program: Person County Public Library: 11am: www.personcounty.net.
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1 – First Friday Art Walk: Studio 107: 5-7pm: 276.638.2107: www.piedmontarts.org. 7 – Bob Ross Technique Workshop: Piedmont Arts: 9am: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 9 – Richmond Ballet II: Martinsville HS Auditorium: Piedmont Arts: 7pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 16 – 3D with E.D. – Additive Sculpture: Piedmont Arts: 10am-3pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org. 22 – Sing-a-long Sound of Music: Rives Theatre: 7pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org.
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5 – Richmond Ballet II: The Prizery: 7:30pm: 434.572.8339: www.prizery.com.
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by Paulette Dean Executive Director, Danville Humane Society In February of 2011, I told the following story in this column:
There is a sugar bowl on my desk. It is obviously from the 1950s or 1960s, and I keep it as a reminder of serving with a pure heart. Every spring, we have a yard sale that nets us about $1,800. This is a fun fundraiser that, beyond some simple advertising costs, does not cost anything. It also gives people a chance to help the animals in a very simple way – by donating gently used items to us to sell. About three years ago, as I was leaving the shelter to run an errand, I saw a woman get in her car. She had been in the front office and said she had brought something for us to sell at the yard sale. She and her husband have been loyal friends of the animals and the Danville Area Humane Society. They have adopted several animals from us throughout the years, and have supported the work through donations. I knew that, with illnesses and loss of employment, they were struggling. She said they could not donate much, but they wanted to help. When I went back into the shelter, I saw what they had donated to the yard sale – one sugar bowl. People come to yard sales expecting to buy for very low prices, but I decided right then that I was going to buy that sugar bowl and I was going to pay ten times what we would have priced it for. I did that because I wanted that sugar bowl on my desk to remind me of their service and devotion to the animals.
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I then went on to say that each gift—large, small, and smaller—given to the humane society is received with appreciation. However, there is another ending to the sugar bowl story. I took the sugar bowl to a training meeting for church in Greensboro. I wanted to give a lesson on the value of small acts of kindness. When I took the sugar bowl out of a box, several women immediately recognized the pattern of the item, and said that it was discontinued and valuable! That was the second lesson I learned from the sugar bowl: Never discount the worth of any gift, large or small. If you have gently-used towels, please bring them to the shelter. We use many towels to dry off and provide comfort for the animals. If you feel you cannot volunteer at the shelter because you do not have large blocks of time, the one dog you could spend time with for 30 minutes would have a richer day because of you. Small gifts for the animals are appreciated. Do not discount their worth, and then please help us help the animals. Volunteer orientation is held the last Wednesday of each month at 4:00 at the shelter. We would love to see you!
Laurel
This little cutie is about two years old. She is a very sweet dog, and would blossom in a loving home.
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A Hearty Dream For a Dreamy Heart
mystified by Misty Brooks Photograph by Kendall Cook
Month to month you will find Misty stating the outrageous or ridiculous truths in her day-to-day life, and you will realize that you are not alone in this maniacal concept known as parenting. Yes, welcome to 5150 Lunatic Lane- Where skills and tactics are tried, tested, and often fail. But she keeps doing it anyway! Misty’s children Jason- 20, Corey-12, Spencer-11, Tucker-10, and Kendall-9 know all too well the joy and sorrow of being a big family. And new husband Scott is still waiting for the punch line.
I didn’t always love February. It’s a short month.
It’s always cold.Valentine’s Day is in February. And it’s the month of my birth. My birthday is the day before Valentine’s Day, so usually it’s all just lumped into one day. That is probably why I’ve never really appreciated it very much. But February just wouldn’t go away. And there for a while I wasn’t even really looking forward to getting another year older. But then I realized older and wiser is better! So I started to embrace it. Plus, that was about the time in my life that I was able to let go of the things that I could not change. So this year I thought it would fun to make up a perfect Valentine’s Day.You know, just for fun. There certainly won’t be a real Valentine’s Day extravaganza going on around here, so I’m having one in my head. And I’m totally OK with that. My perfect Valentine’s Day would be pretty simple, I think. I can’t eat chocolates, jewelry is impractical, flowers will die, dinner- I eat that every night- what I really want is a pretty card filled with sweet words and loving gestures. Words like… You mean everything to me. You are funnier than me. I appreciate everything you do. You are a wonderful mother and a loving wife. My entire existence would end if I didn’t have you. You light up my world with your smile. Have I told you lately that I’m a happier man now that you are my wife? And inside the card would be two airline tickets to some place he knows we can enjoy together. After all, we didn’t have a honeymoon, so a little escape would really be nice. Only for about three days though. I don’t want to be gone too long.
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We’d leave early on a Thursday morning. Our flight would land us in paradise by the afternoon. And by paradise I don’t mean a beach or somewhere tropical, though I would absolutely, 100 percent, totally LOVE that, because he would hate it. Paradise represents anything peaceful, enjoyable, and beautiful; to us both. We’d eat delicious food, have lots of fruity drinks, and be entertained the whole time. With what I have no idea. That part depends on the destination. It really wouldn’t matter though. But something tells me he’d have a hard time finding something both of us would like. Although, I’m not as hard to please as he thinks. Back home the kids, the dogs, and the cats would be cared for as if we never left. I would have no school work left undone. Scott would have
no unfinished pressing business. It would be peaceful, just the two of us on our sweet, little, adorable honeymoon. Aww. Scott and I butt heads. A lot. So while we’re away I’ll let him be right every single time, eat all the places he wants to eat, and laugh at all his jokes that I don’t even understand. He will be so happy. And that will make me happy. He will be on his phone most of the trip anyway, so I really only have to pacify him a small portion of the time. Perhaps he is on it so much so he doesn’t have to pacify me. Perhaps I’ll forget to pack the phone chargers. Hmm. Either way, we’ll get away from the routine, build our relationship, and have fun doing it. A girl can dream, right? SM
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