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F RO M T H E E D I TOR I was speaking with an author friend earlier this month. Writing is a tough job. A lot of work goes into something that you have to practically beg people to read, unless you’re well-known. My friend asked me if I thought he should give up writing. I asked him if he still loved to write. He answered, “Yes.” So, I told him to stop the nonsense and get back to telling the next story.

The easiest thing to do when facing adversity is to quit. Success is such a headline-grabbing hog, which, at times, overshadows all of the hard work and sweat it took to build the podium that success gleams from.

For that reason, it’s really easy to get discouraged when you’re not a success right out the gate. Here’s the thing — there is no such thing as an overnight sensation. Just because you haven’t heard of a band until it has a top ten hit doesn’t mean a lot of hard work and sweat wasn’t involved. For example, Kix is an 80s band that had a monster hit during the hair metal heyday with “Don’t Close Your Eyes.” The band released its first record in 1981. It took seven years and four albums before Kix hit it big. Just as Kix was gaining popularity, Nirvana took over MTV,

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Fast forward to 2014.

Kix is still, well, kicking it. Sure the crowds dwindled; radio play became relegated to classic rock stations. It would have been too easy to hang up the guitars and toss the drumsticks. The band did ‘hibernate’ for a bit, but love for music kept it coming back. Just a few weeks ago, Kix released a new record that debuted at number 49 on Billboard’s Top 200 Chart.

This is an example of perseverance or as I like to call it — telling ‘quit’ to hit the road. Walter Elliot once said that perseverance wasn’t a long race, it’s many short races, one after another. So, whatever it is that you want to accomplish, know that any difficulty tossed in your path is just one leg of the race. Take a break, get a good night’s sleep, wake up tomorrow, not with the idea that you’re going to be the best, but believe that you will be better than today.

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Just when I think all is calm on the western front, in sweeps another harebrained idea of yours on how to make the house look better. Thank you HGTV. Don’t get me wrong, I mean no disrespect to you for your efforts.You work harder than any three men I know. Let me preface that with this statement, “All of my friends are lazy and worthless when it comes time to tackle any project other that eating, loafing, or fishing.”

bedrooms almost every other night.

It sort of reminded me of dating when I was younger.

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It is a sad state of affairs when a man reaches a certain age and his memory starts to fail him. Most all of the information presented by you this month is wrong, including the dalliances in a multitude of bedrooms in your youth.You might PHOTO BY MICHELLE DALTON PHOTOGRAPHY have been hiding under beds in a bedroom because you were afraid of work, but I doubt you Having clarified my position and hopefully not making you too were the stud puppy you remember yourself as being. I don’t angry, I would like to refresh your memory on just how bad mean any disrespect to you as you said about me; just telling you made my life last month. To begin with, when you bought the truth. your house, the floors were beautiful original hardwood with a gleam that could put your eyes out. But you said to me, “Surely you don’t expect these beautiful feet to have to walk across a cold floor in the morning with the risk of getting a splinter in my toe, do you?”

Now since you are getting older, you might not remember that instance, and even if you do, I might have taken some flexibility with wording. In any case, you just had to have carpet laid in the hallway, and three bedrooms. I personally could see the wisdom in having hardwood floors, but you on the other hand were just thinking about your own personal comfort.

This brings me around to the current situation that occurred last month.You single-handedly took up all of the carpet in a two week period of time. I don’t have the space here to describe the torment and heavy lifting involved to move three rooms of bedroom furniture almost daily. I walk in after a trying day at work to your loving, open arms holding a hand truck. I get ready to walk out the door at eight o’clock in the morning and I am greeted with, “Honey, do you have a minute?”

The only saving grace in all of this carpet removal and cleaning floors is the adventure of having to sleep in different

Let me explain to you my position on the removal of the carpet and going back to the hardwood floors. According to HGTV decorators, most people buying houses today want hardwood floors. I figured that when I’m ready to sell the house, I’ll be more competitive with the going market.

Besides, I was amazed at how much dirt was under the padding and I THOUGHT I kept a fairly clean house. It must have come from dirt under your shoes! I like color too, and the area rugs look good on hardwood. Never mind your insensitive comment, “I can’t believe you laboriously removed carpet and now you’re going out to buy more carpet!” Men just don’t understand.

One day I removed all of the bedroom furniture by myself while you were at work. That surely proves to you that I did not need your help, I only let you help me so that you can occasionally feel some self-worth as a man. Sort of like the Tom Sawyer experience if you know what I mean. Thank you for the many minutes that you did help me move furniture; you might have saved our marriage. At least you can’t go around telling people that I never let you help me around the house.You surely don’t want people to think you’re lazy. But in your case, they already know it.

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Small Business Diversification Strategies

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Investment advisors and financial planners tell their clients and customers to diversify in order to protect against financial disasters. In the 5th to 4th centuries BC, ancient Greeks split up their merchandise being transported on ships. They understood if a ship sank, this would prevent an entire quantity of a commodity from going down into the deep waters. Diversification simply makes good sense.

How this may apply to you as an entrepreneur is that your marketing and prospecting are your investments in business. If you only do one or two things and something changes or goes wrong, the opportunity will surpass you.

You cannot do one or two things and expect excellent results. First, it is never going to get you to the income level you are capable of. Second, it is poor planning to count on one or two things to consistently work. Life is not that smooth.

Another interesting way to look at it is if you had only one door to get into your business, and someone destroyed the road blocking the entrance to your store, how would people get to you to do business with you? On the other hand, if you had 10 or 20 doors, and a few were blocked off, people would at least get to you through other open doors.

Most people in business today do a couple of marketing concepts and expect to build a solid foundation. Diversification strategies to employ are a very important exercise to study where you get your clients from as a percentage of the total market. If there are too many sources above 10-15 percent, it is a clear indication you are not diversified.

Ideally, you want no one source to be above 5 percent of the total. For example, you have received 21 new clients for the year broken down as follows:

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2 Magazine/Newspaper Ads - 17 percent.

5 Referrals from Clients - 11 percent.

2 Referrals from Outside Professionals - 28 percent.

There are two conclusions that can be drawn from this analysis: 1. Business owner does not make much money because there are only 1.5 customers per month.

2. The reason business owner does not make anything is because there is no diversity of marketing.

This is apparent from the lack of both numbers and type of activities to generate clients. It is never wise to put all your marketing in one place.

One of the most common things I see in today’s economic climate is a direct correlation between how many are marketing, secrets a business professional uses, and how much

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money they take to the bank. The more secrets they use, the higher their income.

For example, one small business owner I know said she was grossing about $150,000 before we met. However, she had no savings due to some personal problems, so she could not afford to do a bunch of marketing initially. She began seeking other distribution channels with one small ad and received a few customer sales.

Gradually, she reinvested her profits into adding a new secret every month or two. Today, this person grosses $175,000 a month. How did she do it? She simply added more and more secrets and delegated the work that she did not need to do herself. But, she started small and was only spending a couple hundred dollars a month to get business sales rolling again.

Take some time each week to plan. It is critical. Here is a simple guide for you to use.

• Write down your goal for your total net income you want next week.

• Write down the number of new clients that it will take to get that.

• Write down your goal for number of repeat clients that you want to achieve.

• Write down how many service calls you are going to make if you are a service business.

• Write down how many products you have to sell.

• Write down the net income for each item and your average income per client.

You will come up with the total income you are trying to achieve. Each week put down the actual numbers you want to achieve and you will find out if you are reaching them or not. Then you will know if you need to increase marketing and in what areas. Creating a simple marketing plan like this enables you to keep track with all the numbers and helps you to achieve your marketing goals.

The key is to make a commitment and add more secrets when and if you can afford it. The choice is yours. Anyone can do this. If you are low on income — Diversify.

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A Better You

Being Busy is Never an Excuse to Neglect Good Health!

From Professional Fitness Trainer/Writer Dave Gluhareff: These days everyone seems to be too busy to get healthy…well at least that’s the excuse. We all have a lot going on with work, school, family, and friends.

Yes, life is busy.

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but there are those of us who tend to be just as busy, if not ten times busier than others, and we still make it work to get healthy and stay healthy. If you really are at a loss for how to do this and begin a positive healthy journey, or even get back on track, then here are 5 steps to all follow to get healthy and stay healthy no matter how busy our schedules are: 1) Commit: Commit to making positive changes! Making health a priority is worth the extra effort.

2) Schedule: Make time for daily activity and exercise.

Schedule 30-60 minutes of physical exercise or healthy activity into your daily routine Pete Jones Photography

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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 June 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.

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3) Choose Wisely: Make healthy and wise nutritional choices.

Since you are making an effort to include daily physical exercise and activities into you routine then you will automatically put a guilt trip on your stomach. Appropriate nutritional choices go hand and hand with physical activity when it comes to a healthy lifestyle.

4) Rest: Get plenty of rest day and night. If we are getting exercise regularly and eating healthy foods then getting plenty of rest should be a no-brainer. Develop a healthy sleep pattern of 6 to 8 hours a night and try to fit in daily naps when possible. It’s also important to take at least one full rest day each week from exercise of any kind. It has to be a full day completely off to heal joints, ligaments, tendons, and rest muscles.

5) No Excuses: Precious time is wasted on excuses. If you truly care about yourself then do whatever it takes to work healthy exercise, proper nutrition choices, and plenty of rest into your busy life.

Now is the time to make your health your number one priority and stop making excuses as to why not and just get it done!

No More Shortcuts, Imitations, or Quick Fixes!

From Professional Fitness Trainer/Writer Suzanne Stowe of Train With Suzanne:

My daughter, Roxanne, lived in Korea for a year to teach ESL. I went to visit her just before Christmas while she was there. I carried with me a favorite pair of shoes. They were cork heeled, black patent leather, Mary Jane pumps.

They fit like a glove and were more comfortable than any pair of athletic shoes. I had worn them for so long and so often, I had to have them resoled because I did not want to give them up. These shoes fell apart while crossing the hilly streets of Busan, South Korea.

I looked down and the shoes were without soles. My favorite pumps had been reconstructed with nothing but paper. I had to walk the rest of the way to her job, catching buses and subway trains, with my Mary Jane, cork heeled pumps, hanging from my feet. (It was one of many hilarious moments!)

These shoes had been repaired with something that looked good but did not last. When you decide to focus on an area in your life, whether it is improving your physical body, career path, or relationships, do not skimp on yourself or your family. Do not repair or rebuild your health or relationships by taking shortcuts or patching with anything less than the best. Diet pills, short-term extreme meal plans, and special Ab belts never take the place of proper nutrition and exercise.

Remove the junk food from your kitchen. Choose the grilled chicken salad rather than a steak and cheese sandwich, and actually eat together at the table. Drink more water. Go for walks, jogs, or bike the trails with your family. Begin resistance training and stick with it.

Choose a movie to watch together or play a game.

Don’t use imitation or quick fixes when taking care of yourself.Your soul is the immaterial essence of who you are, mind, body and spirit. It affects every other part of your life. Don’t let it fall apart.

“So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.”

Galatians 6:9 NLT SM

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A New Day at the YMCA

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It’s no secret that one of the keys to a better quality of life is being physically active and health conscious. For many, the YMCA is a major outlet in providing resources needed in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

In September, the outlet expands when the Danville YMCA makes the move to its new home overlooking the Dan River. The new location will offer members impressive upgrades such as a pool that is 93 percent larger than the existing pool. Membership and Marketing Director for the Danville YMCA, Dustin Whittle, says, “The pool will be six lanes compared to our current four-lane pool. In addition to the two additional lanes, each lane will be one and a half feet wider.”

The pool isn’t the only amenity receiving an upgrade. Whittle continues, “The basketball court is 33 percent larger and allows for running two games at a time.” There is also an indoor walking track above the basketball court. The new Wellness Center is 88 percent larger and equipped with over 100 state-of-the-art pieces of fitness equipment. Whittle says, “We will have three group exercise rooms, which will allow us to offer three different group exercise classes at a time.” There is also a multi-purpose room for area groups to host meetings. The room also has a small kitchen for catering.

In terms of space, Child Watch will be 204 percent larger. “We will have the ability to watch 22 kids at once. We will also have a new teen loft,” Whittle says. The new loft will provide teens with their own space for afterschool activities as well as during the summer.

Danville Regional Medical Center pledged 500,000 dollars to the new YMCA. DMRC will have 2500 square feet of physical therapy and cardiac rehab space. “We will have existing members that will use the rehab center. We also plan on transitioning DRMC rehab patients into Y programs to continue their wellness needs,” Whittle says. It’s crucial that individuals who complete rehab stay active.

Whittle continues, “We have numerous members who have gone through hip replacements and knee replacements. They have found help through our water therapy and physical trainers.” The Y has programs and classes based on all levels of fitness to cater to individuals continuing down the path of recovery.

All of the programs and services members have grown to love will be available at the new location along with some notable additions. “We will be adding indoor and outdoor triathlons, running and walking classes, group cycling, stroller club,

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TRX bands, and kettle bells to name a few,” Whittle says. There will be new teen programming, teen strength training, and youth fitness classes as well.

The YMCA truly understands the importance of gearing our youth down the correct path. Each year, the Y gives away over 100,000 dollars in scholarships.

“We never want to turn anyone away.

Scholarships are based on household income. We also offer scholarships for all of our youth programs,” Whittle says.

Some of the programs aimed toward the youth include, basketball, indoor soccer, swim lessons, cheerleading, Pop Warner football, and summer sports camps.

For individuals nearing retirement age, an active lifestyle is as important as ever.

The Y has programs to cater to retirees including senior walking classes, yoga, water aerobics and rehab, Silver Sneakers, and pickleball.

The Danville Family YMCA just isn’t a workout facility. “We focus on more than simply your physical health and look to strengthen your ties to the community.

Through the volunteer programs we offer, our programs, and group exercise classes we strive to not only make your experience at the gym a more enjoyable one, but also to introduce you to other like-minded people and form friendships that may carry over outside of the gym,” Whittle says.

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The New YMCA Continued from page 17 looking for a place where your children can learn and play, the Y has something for everyone. “We take our role in the community very seriously. We truly want to make a difference in the community and we believe that we have the tools to do it,” Whittle adds.

Four things — caring, honesty, respect, and responsibly — are instilled in every program the Danville Family YMCA offers. It just so happens that these four things are also the glue that binds a strong community.

Membership Info:

New Facility Members can preregister for membership starting August 1st – August 30th. Preregister in August and save $50 towards your membership.You can preregister online at www. ymcadanville.org or at the YMCA front desk. The Y encourages everyone to preregister.

Current Members – The new YMCA will be open to current members on September 6th. Current Members will be able to use the facility for one week before new facility members have access to the facility.

New Facility Members – New members who have preregistered for membership, or plan on purchasing a YMCA membership at our new facility, will have access to the new Y on September 13th. The Y will also be hosting a grand opening event on September 13th from 10-5. The Y would like to invite all members, non-members, and community members to come out and participate. We will be giving tours, providing free food and live music. SM

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Off the Beaten Path

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music-filled trip through Southern Virginia

You may have traveled along The Crooked Road Trail before, but take just a short detour off the famed route and you’ll find yourself surrounded by music in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Just a 45 minute drive east of Stuart,Virginia in Patrick County, US Highway 57 leads you into the community of Bassett,Virginia — home to the world headquarters of Bassett Furniture and Philpott Marina. Don’t let this sleepy little town fool you because it is bustling with music.

Watch for the giant banjo on the roof of Billy’s Flea Market (6766 Fairystone Park Hwy). There you will find a down-home country jamboree each Sunday afternoon from 2-5 p.m. Hit the dance floor for some flat footin’ and don’t be afraid to make a few new friends. The friendly people here make this a must-see experience.

Further down the road you’ll find Papa’s Pizzeria (4288 Fairystone Park Hwy) perched on the side of the Smith River. Enjoy great food and a family-friendly atmosphere at their weekly Karaoke night each Saturday.

In the heart of the town at the historic Bassett Train Depot (3536 Fairystone Hwy), you’ll find a fun afternoon of food and music each Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Farmers, crafters, and musicians gather each week to sing, dance, and enjoy lunch among the weathered boards and sliding freight doors of this historic building.You might hear bluegrass, gospel, blues, or other genres, just come hungry and ready for a good time.

While visiting the town of Bassett, you’ll want to pay attention to the beautiful Smith River gliding through, stop by the Bassett Historical Center (3965 Fairtstone Hwy) to see interesting exhibits on area history and see the historic 1939 fresco “Manufacture of Furniture” by Walter Carnelli in the Bassett Post Office (3456 Fairystone Hwy).

Continuing on Highway 57 you’ll pass through the community of Stanleytown,Virginia named for

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Governor Thomas Stanley, and also known for its furniture making heritage. Each Tuesday morning at 8 a.m. musicians from all around gather at the local Hardee’s (933 Fairystone Park Hwy) for breakfast and an old-style country and gospel sing-along. Everyone is welcome to attend and you can pull up a chair and enjoy the show with your coffee. The festive tradition began 10 years ago to celebrate the 91st birthday of a regular customer, and they’ve been strumming and singing each week ever since!

While visiting the community of Stanleytown be sure to check out Hamlet Vineyards, (open by appointment, HamlettVineyards.com) for a tasting on the terrace, overlooking their vines.

Continue East on Highway 57 and you’ll come across the Village of Fieldale, named for the textiles company built there

by Marshall Fields & Co. in 1918.

In the heart of this small village is a bright yellow prototype Shell es Harde service station from the 1950s.

Lovingly restored by local resident RB Hundley, the building now called Fieldale Antiques (478 Field Ave) serves as a home for his collection of vintage service station memorabilia. Stop by each Friday at 1 p.m. to browse the antiques and enjoy the weekly Mountain Music Jamboree. Listen to the music and laugh at the stories, you are guaranteed to leave with a smile on your face!

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Stratford House Resident Spotlight

“Stratford House is a wonderful place to retire for so many reasons: the friendliness of the staff, the other residents. Stratford House is centrally located for easy access to churches, shopping, doctor offices and is right here by the hospital.”

“I wanted to enjoy retirement to the fullest and there was no better way than to make Stratford House a part of the plan.”

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“I love the beauty of the Stratford House campus. I enjoy sitting on the patio and watching the seasons change.”

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Once in the City of Martinsville,Virginia, you’ll find a thriving arts and culture scene with numerous museums, galleries, and theatre troupes. The Rives Theatre, built in 1935, serves as a community gathering place for music lovers of all genres. Each month the organization Arts at the Rives brings exciting new talent to the stage ranging from local acts to national award-winning musicians.

For traditional bluegrass fans, the third Saturday of each month is reserved for that genre.

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Leaving Martinsville on Hwy 58 West, you can venture to the community of Spencer,Virginia and visit the SpencerPenn Centre (475 Spencer-Penn Rd).

This former school building has been transformed into a special events venue and is known for the Music Nights offered on the second Friday of each month.

Doors open early for the audience to come enjoy dinner and a pot-luck band where anyone can take the stage. The main act features three bands each month,

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Piedmont Arts On Stage to regional bands at bars and open-mic nights at coffee houses.Visitors can quickly find out details about concerts, jamsessions, and events for the entire community at VisitMartinsville.com or stopping by the Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center at its new location on 191 Fayette Street in Martinsville.

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30 Years and Counting: Dominion Eye Center

feature Lee Vogler

It’s important not to wait until the picture is blurry to take care of your eyes. Preventive care is crucial to detect problems before they arise. Here are some sobering facts about blindness.

• A child goes blind every minute • Somewhere in the world, someone goes blind every five seconds • Eighty percent of all blindness is preventable In the United States, one of the leading causes of blindness is Glaucoma. It’s the most common cause of blindness in African Americans. Half of the nearly three million Americans that have Glaucoma do not realize it because oftentimes there are no warning signs.

Routine eye care should never be left off of your health checklist. When choosing an eye doctor, you want to find someone that strives for “excellence in eye care.” For 30 years, that has been the motto of Dominion Eye Center.

In July of 1984, ophthalmologist, Dr. Terry Odom purchased a local eye care business in Danville, which grew into Dominion Eye Center. Dr. Odom, who remains at Dominion as a doctor and manager partner, moved the location from Watson Street to its new facility on Memorial Drive in 2001.

When Should You Get an Eye Exam?

Adults in their 20s and 30s should plan for eye checkups every two years unless changes in vision

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or injury occur. Once you reach the late 30s, it’s important to schedule yearly eye exams. It’s around this time that changes in vision and focus as well as the development of eye diseases start to occur. As you get older, it’s imperative that you maintain the yearly checkups. According to eyecareamerica.org, by the age of 65, one in three Americans has some form of vision impairment.

Many times, results from eye exams are the first indicator of other diseases such as high blood pressure and diabetes.

The American Optometric Association (AOA) states that infants should have their first comprehensive exam at six-months-old. Additional exams should be scheduled at three years of age, and just before entering first grade. After that, children should get routine checkups every two years if no vision correction is needed.

All Eyes on the Doctor Providing excellence in eye care for 30 years is a testament to the level of customer service that Dominion Eye Center provides.

Today, Dr. Odom is part of a team equipped with many years of experience that includes Dr. John Crews, an optometrist that joined the practice in August 1986 and is a partner. Optometrist Dr. Susan Crews joined the practice in 1988 and still works part-time. Partner and ophthalmologist, Dr. Continued to Page 34

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Orlando Alvarez joined the team in 1998. On Thursdays, Dr. Scott Cousins, a retina sub-specialist from Duke Eye Center sees patients. Dr. David Sloan joined the practice in September 1989; however he was tragically killed in an automobile accident in 2009.

Melissa Gammons, who has been with Dominion Eye Center since 1986 and currently serves as manager, feels very blessed with the opportunity to serve the public. “Our patients have been very loyal and dedicated to our practice,” Gammon says, noting that Dominion has been regularly voted by the public for providing the “best eye care” in the Danville region.

A Clear Future

After three decades of serving Danville, Dominion Eye Center continues to improve its services. Dominion recently underwent a total renovation of its optical dispensary to provide clients with a more pleasing environment. On-site licensed opticians, Jim Livingston and Audrey Brown ensure the clients receive the perfect eyewear. Staying with technology, Dominion has been using electronic records since 2007, which makes it easier to keep track of clients’ needs.

Dominion prides itself as a “one stop shop” for all of your eye care needs — treating patients for routine eye care, eyeglasses, contact lenses, low-vision rehabilitation, and eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, dry eyes, and all types of eye injuries. It’s this wide array of services combined with excellent customer care that keeps people coming back year after year.

Dominion Eye Center has been a staple of the Danville economy for three decades, and if history is an indicator, it is likely Dominion will remain this way for years to come. SM

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Protecting Your Eyes Along with routine eye exams, what you eat and your lifestyle can affect your eyesight. Here are a few things that promote healthy eye.

1. A well-balanced diet of vegetables, fruits, non-meat protein sources, and fish. A nutritious diet also helps to maintain a healthy weight and combat obesity-related diseases such as diabetes, which is a leading cause of blindness.

2. Quit smoking. Smoking makes you more susceptible to cataracts, optic nerve damage, and macular degeneration.

3. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes against UV rays.

4. Always wear safety eyewear when working with hazardous or airborne materials.

5. Take a break from the computer screen. Looking at the screen for an extended period of time without a break can lead to dry eyes, blurred vision, eyestrain, and headaches.

6. Exercise. A study in the British Journal of Ophthalmology suggests that regular exercise can help reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) for up to 70 percent.

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DANVILLE September 9 – Keeping Well Program Series - What’s New in Nutrition & How to put the Fun in Fitness. Learn about health and wellness...Get Fit style! Ciji Moore, Get Fit Education and Outreach Coordinator and Stephanie Ferrugia, Program Director, will present easy-to-follow nutrition tips and light exercises. 11:30-1:00, at Ballou Recreation Center, (lower level). 434.421.3060, cllitzenberg@vcu.edu.

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AUGUST Ongoing – Digital Dome Theater – Open for guests to fully explore the known universe as well as some fascinating phenomena right here on Earth. The immersive dome setting showcases the scientific wonders of space, engages visitors with live astronomers, and offers large format films. Danville Science Center.

434.791.5160.

Ongoing – Estlow’s Trains Exhibit – John “Jack” Estlow, Jr. originally constructed this “N” Scale Train layout which was donated by his daughters and grandson so visitors can enjoy trains running in the train station. Danville Science Center. 434.791.5160.

Thru Oct. 11 – Butterfly Station & Garden - The garden is open and full of lovely butterflies and flowers. Bring a camera and enjoy the scenery. DSC – 434.791.5160.

16 – Play Day in the Park - If being stuck indoors is making you restless, get outside and explore in the park.

Take a break from screen time and play cool games and activities with camp counselors at the Ballou Park playground. Ages 6-11. 10am-2pm. Ballou Park Playground. 434.799.5215.

SEPTEMBER 6 – Bark in the Park - Participate in this year’s annual dog and owner play day in the park featuring canine disc Hyperflite, bobbing for hotdogs, best dressed pup and owner-dog look-alike contest. Check out the displays from local dog groups and enjoy socializing with other dog owners. 10:30am1:30pm. Anglers Park. 434.799.5215.

Arts/Exhibits/ Entertainment

AUGUST 15 (thru Oct. 12) – Arts Fusion & the Power of Creativity in Dementia Care - Overview of the Arts Fusion program, a look at the value of using the arts in dementia care, and a demonstration on how to engage persons with dementia through

the arts. This event is designed for professional and personal caregivers and others who are interested. 7-8:30pm.

Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History.

434.973.6122 ext. 123.

21 – Music on Main - Our newest concert series presented by Centra Medical Group and Danville Parks and Recreation will feature a variety of music from Jazz to Blues to Country.

Bring a chair, relax and enjoy the music. 6:30-8pm. Main Street Plaza.

434.793.4636.

23 – Museum Meets Margaritaville - Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History fundraiser will feature cheeseburgers and other goodies from The Golden Leaf Bistro. DJ Jay Rojas will play Jimmy Buffett music, beach, and other dance music. The cash bar will serve beer, wine, and Margaritas. 5-9pm.

Community Market. 434.793.5644; www. danvillemuseum.org.

29 – Danielle Bradbery and the Swon Brothers in Concert - Be a part of what promises to be one of the most exciting concerts of the year. Purchase tickets online at www. danvilleharvestjubilee.org or at the Welcome Center. 6-11pm. Carrington Pavilion. 434.793.4636.

31 – Bruce in the USA - This highenergy musical experience is a noteperfect and visually accurate recreation of a Bruce Springsteen & The E St. Band show. Matt Ryan has performed the “Springsteen” character as a cast member of the “World Famous” Legends In Concert since the year 2000. 8pm.

Historic North Theatre. 434.793.7469.

SEPTEMBER 5 – Fridays at the Crossing Concert Series - Escape the workweek by gathering with family and friends to enjoy music and fun with Dirt Road Scholars.Your favorite food and beverages will be available on site.

6-10:30pm. The Crossing at the Dan. 434.793.4636.

5 (thru 26) – Friday Night Fun and Dance - Join over 100 dancers for a night of dancing, having fun and meeting new friends! Live music provided by “City Limits Band” on the first, third and fifth Friday. The “Country Pride Band” plays on the second and fourth Friday of each month. Ages 50 and over. FRI

7:30-10:30pm. Ballou Recreation Center.

434.799.5216.

6 – Artfelt Expressions of Bob Ross - Ed Gowen, certified Bob Ross instructor, will help you complete a beautiful painting in just one day. Please bring a roll of paper towels and a 16x20 canvas. All other supplies are included.

Adults 18 and up. 10:30am-3:30pm.

Ballou Annex Building. 434.799.5216.

8 – Mystery Train Express - Always a sellout, these monthly trips have been popular among the adult population. We never disclose where we might be going.

Trips are kept to an hour and a half ma. Be sure to wear your comfortable shoes. 11am-12:30pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434-799.5216.

11 – Music of the Main Street Singers - Main Street Singers, Danville’s own select company of distinguished soloists, perform a musical review of popular songs gathered from 50 years of American tunes. Cherished and enduring melodies from the 40s to the 90s will get your toes tapping while warming your heart and stirring fond memories.

All ages. 12-130pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

12 – COAY Country & Western Dance - Join the Council on Aging Youthfully for a special Friday night dance featuring music, dancing and dinner! Ages 50 and over. 7:30-10:30pm.

Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

19 – Painting in a Day - In this acrylic painting class, you will create a piece of art you can treasure for a lifetime.

All materials are included and light refreshments will be served. Whether you have painted before or this is new to you, artist Pepper Martin will guide your artistic talents. Ages 13 and up.

1-4pm and 6-9pm. Ballou Annex Building.

434.799.5216.

20 – Harvest Jubilee and Wine Festival - The event will include wines from seven area wineries. The event will also feature live music, an adultsupervised children’s area with a bounce house and activities, local craft and merchandise vendors, food concessions (grilled chicken, hot dogs and hamburgers) and the annual Avoca bake sale. 12-6pm. Avoca Museum, Altavista, VA. www.avocamuseum.com.

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September 15 – Step by Step - Walking Club for Anyone Touched by Cancer. Survivors, family members, friends and health care providers, to walk, talk and connect with others. It will improve your physical and emotional health. Mondays 5:00-6:00PM (floating).

Cancer Research and Resource Center, Kennedy Hall • 103 South Main Street, Lower Level. 434.421.3060

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September 13 – Crucial Conversations:They start with nurse FREE Workshop with CEs for Nurses featuring Barb Bancroft RN, MSN, PNP. Topic of HPV-related Cancers: where we are, where we’re headed and what we can do. With Discussion Groups led by local experts in their field. 8:00am—2:45pm. Continental breakfast & lunch provided.

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Refreshments will be served. 11:30am-12:30pm.

Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

Lifestyle/Lectures

AUGUST 19 – Activities Open House - Learn about all the fun happening at Ballou Recreation Center! Program types include: music, dance, exercise, health information and the many services available. The day includes refreshments and door prizes! 10am-2pm.

Ballou Recreation Center. 434.797.5216.

20 – “What is Arts Fusion?” & “Why the Arts?” - Overview of the Arts Fusion program, a look at the value of using the arts in dementia care, and a demonstration on how to engage persons with dementia through the arts. This event is designed for professional and personal caregivers and others who are interested. 7-8:30pm. Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History. 434.973.6122 ext. 123.

21 – Gardening Basics - Fall Lawn Care - Do you have a green thumb or wish that you did? Do you have questions about your plants, flowers or how to design your yard?

Join Stuart Sutphin,Virginia Cooperative Extension agent, and he will share information and answer questions about gardening topics and more. There is no fee, but you must preregister. Ages 18 and up. 12-1:30pm. Pepsi Building. 434.797.8848.

23 – Dean Ferris Memorial Ride Benefit for the Danville Cancer Association.

434.251.0994.

SEPTEMBER 2 (thru 30) – Urban Style Line Dance Whether you are an experienced dancer or just a novice on the dance floor, this class is for you. Instructor Monica Diallo incorporates R&B music with basic steps and finishes with more advanced moves giving you a fun and great workout. T 6-7:30pm. Pepsi Building.

434.797.8848.

2,16,30 – Toastmaster - Toastmasters members improve their communication, public speaking, and leadership skills. 6-7pm. National University, next to McDonalds on Riverside Drive.

4 – Job Corps Information Session - Job Corps is currently recruiting young adults between the ages of 16 through 24 for its vocational training program. Job Corps helps young adults learn a career, earn a high school diploma, and gain the real world skills needed to succeed.Vocational training is available in rapidly growing career areas, such as certified nursing, carpentry, culinary arts, auto repair, electrical, welding and many more. 10:30am -12:30pm. Workforce Development Center.

434.455.2521.

6 (thru 27) – Danville’s Farmer’s Market - For dancers who are already familiar with basic line dance steps and who want to learn fun, new dances ranging from Ultra Beginner to High Beginner levels. Instructors are welcome. 9am-6pm. Ballou Recreation Center.

434.799.5216.

8 (thru 29) – Let’s Dance - From Rumba, to Swing to Waltz and more, you will learn new moves, make new friends, and have loads of fun in the process. M 7-8:30pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

8 (thru 29) – Tai- Chi Day Classes - TaiChi increases strength, balance, flexibility, and allows you to explore your inner self, while working at your own pace. Paul Schwarz

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Limited to 25 per class. M 11:15am-12:15pm.

Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

11 – Autism Workshop - Solving the Behavior Puzzle - Dr. Jill Hamlin, Director of the Autism Studies program at Averett University, will conduct this workshop for parents, grandparents and guardians of children on the Autism Spectrum. This workshop will provide evidence-based strategies guaranteed to lead to behavior change in any environment.

6-8pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434799.5199.

13,14 – Safe Teen Driver Course - TDSS’s two-day course, the Safe Teen Driver Course, provides teens a mix of both hands-on behind-the-wheel training to improve vehicle control in a controlled setting, and a class curriculum focused on mental skills. While teenage drivers are in the classroom, parents are led by a master licensed relationship and communication expert who teaches key skills on how to best help new teenage drivers. 9/13 8am, 9/14 5pm. .Virginia International Raceway.

919.802.4304.

16 – Martinsville and Henry County, Virginia Tour - Learn little known facts and explore the sights around Martinsville and Henry County. The Visitor Center, Virginia Museum of Natural History and the Martinsville Speedway are some of the stops on the tour. Explore the art community with stops at Piedmont Arts, The Artisan Center and Studio 7. Lunch and time to explore various shops will be on your own. 9am-5pm.

Departs from Ballou Recreation Center.

434.799.5216.

18 – Gardening Basics - Join Stuart Sutphin, Virginia Cooperative Extension Agent, on Thursdays and he will share information and answer questions about gardening topics and more. Pre-registration required. 12-1:30pm.

Pepsi Building. 434.797.8848.

18,22 – You and Your Health Workshops Seminars to educate, inform, and raise awareness about health and wellness issues affecting the community. Pre-registration is required. 11am-12pm. Coates Recreation Center. 434.797.8848.

20 – Fall Yard Sale - Out with the old and in with the new! Make room for fall by selling your gently used items at this multi-family yard sale. 7am-12pm. Ballou Recreation Center.

434.799.5216.

27 – Fall River Clean Up - Join the continuing effort to make the banks of the Dan River a beautiful and inviting place to see and visit. Individuals and groups are welcome to take part in this great community endeavor.

Gloves, litter-getters and trash bags will be provided. Cosponsored by the Danville Science Center and Danville Parks and Recreation.

Ages 12 and up. 11am -1pm. The Crossing at the Dan. 434.799.5215.

Hobbies/Sports

AUGUST Ongoing - Walk to End Alzheimer’s Register all this month for the Danville Walk, Saturday, September 27, Ballou Park. Join us for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s - the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Martinsville Satellite Walk - Saturday, September 20. Start or join a team today at alz.org/walk. Alzheimer’s Association Central & Western Virginia. 434792-3700 Ext. 244.

18 & 19 – Hunter Safety Education - This class covers safe hunting and gun handling

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practices. It also meets requirements for concealed weapons permit. 6-9:30pm.

Ballou Nature Center. 1.888.516.0844.

22 – Archery - Hunting Season Preparation - Sharpen your bow skills or learn the basics before hunting season begins.

Participants will have an opportunity rain or shine to spend time practicing safe archery from certified instructors. Ages 12-adult.

6:30-8:30pm. Coates Recreation Center.

434.799.5215.

23 – Summer Bazaar at the Market - This event will feature crafts, flea market items, yard sale items, gifts and more. See what local vendors have to offer. Call the market to reserve your table. 7:30am-12pm. Danville Community Market. 434.797.8961.

30 – Lake Sugar Tree Motosports Park Moonlight StadiumCross Race StadiumCross Series Racing at Lake Sugar Tree is one racing series you have to see. The up close action of the race really gets your adrenaline pumping as racers speed past you headed into one turn after another.You may even see them flying in the air as they come over a hill.You may feel like you’re at a local X Games competition. 5:30pm. Lake Sugar Tree Motorsports Park. Axton,VA. 276.650.1158.

SEPTEMBER 3 (thru 24) – Yoga Movements and Relaxation - Yoga challenges mind and body, increases flexibility and stamina, builds strength and improves balance and concentration. Bring your Yoga mat and towel and begin today.

Ages 18 and up. W 5:30-6:30pm. W Coates Recreation Center. 797.8848.

6 – River City 5K Run - This year’s race will feature a brand new course, which is still flat and fast. The route combines city streets and park trails. The one-mile Fun Run for children 12 and under will begin at 8:30 a.m. All ages are welcome to participate. T-shirt guaranteed for the first 150 to register. 8:30am-12pm. Main Street Plaza. 434.793.4636.

11 – Kayaking for Beginners - Take advantage of this last introduction to kayaking class of the season, which includes paddling basics and an opportunity to paddle on a scenic section of the Dan. Ages 9 and up.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 5:30-7:30pm. Abreu-Grogan Park.

434.799.5215.

11 (thru 25) – Krav Maga - Martial art and self-defense system that consists of a wide combination of techniques. Krav Maga is known for its focus on real-world situations and extremely efficient counter attacks. Derek Wright, a veteran military instructor, will lead this fast-paced fitness class. Ages 18 and up.

7-9pm. Pepsi Building. 434.797.8848.

19 – Zip Express - Start your weekend with a fun family activity; riding the zip line in Dan Daniel Memorial Park. Ages 8-adult. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

6-7:30pm. Skate Park Shelter. 434.799.5215.

20 – Paddle, Plod, Peddle - Paddle a kayak one mile on the Dan River, run a 5K and bike a 10K. Participants must provide their own kayak and bicycle. Kayaks are available to rent for a reduced rate on a first come, first serve basis. Competitors may register as an individual or as a team. Awards will be given to the best team and best individuals in age and gender categories. Ages 12-adult. 9am-12pm. Riverwalk Trail. 434.799.5215.

20,21 – CCS Fall Cyclefest of Speed Motorcycle Road Racing - Some of motorcycle road racing’s best teams & riders are on the track. Look for extremely close,

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side-by-side, knee dragging action as the contenders separate themselves from the pretenders for the coveted season crown! 9/20 8am, 9/21 5pm.Virginia International Raceway.

434.822.7700 ext.300.

25 – Archery for Beginners - Interest in archery is on the rise and both male and female archers aspire to learn the skills to start them on their way to competition. Learn proper and safe techniques from USA Archery certified instructors. Ages 12-adult. 7-9pm.

Gleenwood Community Center. 434.799.5215.

26 (thru 28) – Heacock Classic Historic Races - Join us in celebrating VIR 1957, the year the track first opened. Old friendships & cherished memories will return with every turn of the tire as VIR continues the tradition of its annual Gold Cup Historic Races & Car Show. 8am-5pm.Virginia International Raceway.

434.822.7700 ext. 300.

27 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Over 200 people from the Danville area are expected at this year’s event to raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease. Participate in a 2 mile walk and learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, advocacy opportunities, clinical trial enrollment, and support programs and services of the Alzheimer’s Association. Each walker will also join in a meaningful tribute ceremony to honor those affected by the disease. All day.

Ballou Park. 434.845.8540.

ROXBORO

Lifestyle/Lectures

AUGUST 15 – Rox ‘n Roll - Uptown Car Show. 6-8pm.

Roxboro. 336.599.3116.

22 – Alive After Five - The Holiday Band will perform. 5:30-9pm. Merritt Commons, Roxboro. 336.599.3116 x3308.

22 & 23 – Personality Festival - Festival for kids of all ages, featuring mechanical rides, inflatables, food vendors, craft, awareness, business and industry booths, a street dance and beverage garden and a wide variety of entertainment. 5pm. Roxboro, NC. 336.599.8333.

SEPTEMBER 5 – ZOSO -The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience - Formed in 1995 to perform the

most accurate and captivating Led Zeppelin live show since the real thing. For Zoso, it’s much more than just being a tribute. It’s about touching a golden era in music that embodies Page, Plant, Bonham and Jones in their spirit, tightly-wound talent and authenticity. 7:30-10pm.

Kirby Theater. Roxboro, NC. 336.597.1709.

MARTINSVILLE Lifestyle/Lectures

AUGUST 15 – TGIF-Fatz - Fatz will perform at the TGIF summer concert. 6:30-10:30pm.

Broad Street Parking Lot. Martinsville,VA. 276.632.5688.

16 – Cruise-In - Visit the Martinsville Uptown area, and check out cruisers ranging from motorcycles, classic cars, and new cars.

4-8pm. Martinsville,VA. 22 – Kathryn Ascher Book Signing Kathryn Ascher, author of What It Takes will be signing copies of her book. 5:30-7:30pm. 107 E Church St. Studio 107. Martinsville,VA. SEPTEMBER 1 (thru 30) – Living on the Water Virginia Museum of Natural History, Martinsville,VA. 276.634.4141.

6 – Martinsville Culture Crawl - Join the fun by visiting Martinsville’s museums, art studios, shops and restaurants. Special events, including live music and community theatre, will take place at select venues. Martinsville Culture Crawl is a free community event.

4-8pm. Uptown Martinsville. Martinsville,VA. 12 – VMNH Foundation Golf Tournament - Team slots & sponsorships are now available.

Proceeds benefit the VMNH Discovery Fund.

8am. Westlake Golf & Country Club, Smith Mountain Lake, Hardy,VA. 276.634.4141.

13 – Bassett Heritage Festival - This event is sponsored by the Stanleytown Ruritan Club.

There will be vendors with food, snowcones, popcorn, jewelry, flowers, gifts, crafts, baked goods, t-shirts, and more.You will find “Red Pole” Stone’s hot hot dogs-it’s the chili. The sale of these legendary hot dogs benefits the Bassett Fire Department. Downtown Bassett.

Bassett,VA. 276.647.3404.

19 – TGIF - The Rogues will perform at the last 2014 TGIF summer concert! All concerts

will be held in the Broad St. parking lot. 6:3010:30pm. Martinsville,VA. 20 – Craft & Collectible Fair - After you visit the Spencer Community Fair and have some Brunswick stew, come next door to the Centre and look for that perfect gift. Lots of one of a kind items. 9am-5pm. Spencer Community Fair. Spencer VA. 276.957.5757.

27 – Smithsonian Museum Day - A nationwide event where participating museums across the country offer free admission with a Museum Day Live! ticket.The museum’s “Dinosaurs” exhibit will be on display in the Hall of Ancient Life, with the “Living on the Water” exhibit to be open in the Special Exhibit Hall. “Living on the Water” features a variety of information and materials highlighting the vital importance of the Chesapeake Bay and other Virginia waterways.

9am-5pm.VMNH. 276.634.4141.

SOUTH BOSTON Arts/Exhibits/ Entertainment

AUGUST 15 – Matt Boswell & The Hillbilly Blues Band - Summer concert series. 8-11:30pm.

Downtown South Boston. South Boston,VA. 434.575.4209.

SEPTEMBER 13 – Wild Blue River Festival - The day will kick of with the grand opening of the new kayak/canoe put in on the Banister River. The entire Town of Halifax will feature events and activities for the entire family. The festival will include food, live music, vendors, a 26 foot rock climbing wall, boat rentals, and so much more!

8am. Halifax,VA. 13 – SOBO Speedway NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified Tour 150/ NASCAR Whelen Late Model T75 - 9am. South Boston Speedway. 877.440.1540.

27 – South Boston Harvest Festival Bring the family and stay for the day. Children can enjoy the balloon making clowns, magicians, pony rides, pumpkin painting, scarecrow making, face painting and bounce houses. There will be continuous live entertainment on two stages throughout the day. All day. 432 Main Street, South Boston,VA. 434.575.4208.

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by Paulette Dean Executive Director, Danville Humane Society Since September 1993 and through the generosity of The E. Stuart James Grant Charitable Trust, we have helped pay for about 24,000 spay/neuter surgeries for people in Danville and Pittsylvania County. We have given

thousands of dollars in grant money to local veterinary clinics, have paid for the full cost of surgeries at different times and for various reasons, and have had rebate certificates in varying amounts. In June, we paid PETA to come to Danville for two days to perform 120 surgeries. We have paid over half a million dollars since 1993 to residents of Pittsylvania County and Danville for the lifesaving, humane surgeries.

Spaying and neutering truly is the only sure way to overcome the pet overpopulation explosion. When you consider that 50,000 puppies and kittens are born every day in the United States, it is easy to understand why there is a problem. According to the American Humane Association and the Humane Society of the United States, about 3.7 million dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters each year. That statistic is down from about 10 million each year, and the decrease is largely attributed to the success of spaying and neutering programs. We cannot adopt our way out of this problem.

We are pleased to announce that we have brought back our popular $25 rebate certificate program. The following guidelines apply: The animal must live in Danville/Pittsylvania County, and the owner must reside there also.

The certificate must be picked up at least the day before the animal is taken to the clinic for surgery.

The certificate may not be used for any animal adopted from another shelter or rescue group. They have their own programs.

The rebate will not cover the cost of sterilizing any stray animal. People who pick up strays have legal requirements to follow before they can be considered the owner.

If the cat is feral, there must be an owner who is prepared to provide food, water, and shelter for the cat. The cat may not be released on to any public property, but must live on the property of the person trapping and releasing the cat.

If the surgery costs less than $25, the rebate amount will be the cost of the surgery, not including the cost of shots, flea treatment, etc.

We also have a program based on proven financial need. Veterinarians can refer clients to us in these circumstances.

We remain committed to our philosophy that the only way to end euthanasia is to end unwanted births. We cannot adopt our way out and we cannot continue to build larger shelters to warehouse animals. Spaying and neutering is the only way to solve a lot of problems for the animals . SM

YOU CAN SAVE HUNDREDS EVEN THOUSANDS OF...

Benny This cute little boy kitten is one of the hundreds of kittens we have received during the last couple of months. This picture reminds of how important our spaying/ neutering programs are!

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Where the Wild Things Are.

mystified Misty Brooks

Welcome to my world. Junebe you’ll find something entertaining, or Junebe you’ll find something to relate to. Junebe you’ll find both.

Sometimes this page won’t even make sense to you. Sometimes it won’t apply to you. And sometimes you’ll think I stalked you and wrote a story about what I saw.

My world consists of five children, two dogs, two cats, and a husband.

Jason is 22, Corey is 14, Spencer is 12, Tucker is 11, and Kendall is 10. Scott, my husband of three years, is still trying to figure us all out. Every day is a winding road.

Happy birthday, Jason.

Early yesterday morning I sat down and looked out the window, thinking about the day ahead. Looking out over the dewy grass, the busy birds, and the dancing trees, everything looked happy and calm. Life just looks differently in the morning.

A fresh day sheds light on fresh perspective. It’s hard to imagine any unjust realities beyond my view.

But just as I smiled upon the crisp morning, tricking myself into believing that all was fair in the world, I caught a glimpse of my vegetable garden. Ahh, my sweet, bountiful vegetable garden that I’d planned for months in advance, and spent countless hours in to make sure my crops would be productive.

I hadn’t visited it in a few days because, well, I just hadn’t felt like it. Let’s face it, it’s August, and I’m about over the whole garden thing.

My garden is completely organic — no pesticides, no weed killer.

I have gladly tended my garden for months now relocating potato beetles, plucking away spiders, and pulling weeds until I could barely use my index fingers and thumbs the next day.

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sneaked out to the garden.

And to my grand surprise (not really), I saw an abundance of weeds. Everywhere. I even saw the stalk of a pepper plant with NO leaves. Thanks potato beetle! I pouted a little as I felt completely disgusted with myself. I had worked so hard, and my beautiful garden was overgrown with weeds. Why did I let this happen?

It was too hot to pull weeds that morning, so I figured I’d wait until the evening when the temperature was more comfortable.

That evening, it was still 94 degrees. Because we’d had rain showers recently, I hadn’t watered the garden in a few days, so I thought one more day without the sprinkler wouldn’t hurt. Plus, I couldn’t bear feeding all those weeds again.

So, the next morning I set out with my little stool, old plastic flower pots, and four angry children. I gave each child a flower pot (because they are perfect for collecting pulled weeds) and told them they had to fill up their pots five times each. Their mouths dropped open and out fell some words that described how they really felt about these evil spawns of

Satan growing in the garden. They didn’t mind getting out there and helping me hoe rows, plant seeds, and pick the bounty, but pulling weeds was not a favorite.

After everyone filled their first pot and dumped it, they could see the light... and the dirt! They were eagerly pulling weeds, and racing each other to finish first. As I sat in the middle of the watermelon patch filling up my flower pot with weeds and beetles and worms, I looked around at everyone doing their share, and it hit me...life is like a garden.You must be responsible for it, feed it, and get rid of the riffraff on a regular basis.

I worked about four hours that morning; sweating, cursing at those nasty little weeds with the thorns, and talking to the cats.Yes, the cats. They loved lying in the dirt under the big squash plant leaves watching me work. I think they were just fascinated seeing all the crickets, grasshoppers, and spiders that were fleeing in their direction.

When I think about it, pulling weeds isn’t that bad — it’s instantly gratifying, I get a little sun on my legs, and except for an hour that day, I get to be alone for a while.

And if life really is like a garden I’ll do better at pulling the weeds and bugs out from time to time to make it more productive. SM

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