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SNIPPETZ NEVER GETS RUBBED THE WRONG WAY:

MASSAGE THERAPY!

by Deborah Stumpf

ISSUE 464 • SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

“The physician must be experienced in many things, but most assuredly in rubbing.”

- Hippocrates, The “Father of Modern Medicine”

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he word “massage” is from the French word of the same, meaning “friction of kneading.”

Massage therapists press, rub and manipulate the muscles and other soft tissues of the body – most often using their hands and fingers.

Some actually use their elbows and feet.

Hippocrates wrote about the friction of rubbing, and said that healers must incorporate rubbing as part of their practices. Massage therapy was widely used in ancient Greece and other countries, gaining in popularity during the Renaissance period. In the 1850s, two American physicians brought massage therapy to the United States after studying the techniques in Sweden. At the end of World War I, massage therapy became a beneficial mode of treatment for American soldiers who had suffered from “shell shock.”

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A FALL FROM GRACE During the 1930s and 1940s, massage therapy took a back seat to scientific and technological advances in medical treatment. And when “massage parlors” (so-called coverup for illegal sex trade and practices) cropped up, massage therapy became somewhat of a pariah.

It would take 30 years before massage therapy would regain its popularity. In the 1970s, athletes were instrumental in bringing massage therapy its due in modern times.

Today, millions of Americans receive a variety of massage therapy techniques every year.

THE FACTS Here’s what the American Massage Therapy Association 2009 annual consumer survey reported.

• Between July 2008 and July 2009, about 48 million adult Americans had a massage at least once.

• Thirty-two percent get massages for medical reasons.

• Fifty-two percent who discussed massage therapy with their doctors reported that their doctors strongly recommended or encouraged them to get a massage.

• Massage can be effective in reducing pain, according to 86 percent.

• Massage is beneficial to overall health and wellness, as reported by 85 percent of Americans.

• More than half of adult Americans (59 percent) think massage therapy should be covered under their insurance.

• Massage has had positive effects for cancer-related fatigue, chronic lower back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, high blood pressure, headaches, post-operative pain and osteoarthritis of the knee.

• In 2009, 49 percent of consumers have considered massage to manage stress; up from 38 percent in 2008.

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There are more than 80 types of massage; some are more well-known than others for relieving everything from headaches to sore feet. The following techniques are among the most popular, according to About.com, a division of The New York Times Co. (Some might wonder why Reiki is not included; however, Reiki is not considered massage by definition.

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Swedish The most common of all massage therapy techniques in the U.S.; Swedish massage is basic techniques – long, smooth strokes, kneading and circular movements on superficial layers of muscle. Therapists use massage lotion or oil as well. It’s a good practice for first-time users.

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Aromatherapy This type of massage adds essential plant oils to the stroke therapy. The oils are selected to address specific needs like lavender oil for relaxation.

Hot Stone This technique uses smooth stones that are heated and then placed on certain points of the body to warm and loosen tight muscles. Hot stones also balance energy centers in the body. Some massage therapists apply light pressure with the stones. This therapy is good for people with sore muscles who don’t want a heavier massage.

Deep Tissue Speaking of heavier massage techniques, deep tissue focuses on deeper layers of the muscle and the connective tissue. The therapist uses slower strokes, and the pressure is deeper and concentrated on chronically tight or painful muscles. This type of massage is good for recovering from injuries or repetitive strain. Because of the pressure applied, patients can feel sore for a day or two after the technique.

Shiatsu With shiatsu massage – a form of Japanese body work – the therapist uses finger pressure in a localized area on acupuncture meridians. Each “point” is held for a few seconds to balance the body and improve energy flow.

Thai Thai massage also uses gentle pressure on specific points of the body. The difference is the patient is moved and stretched in a variety of postures. Thai massage is energizing and improves flexibility and range of motion.

Prenatal Massage Pregnant women are using massage therapists who are certified in prenatal massage to reduce stress and anxiety, decrease swelling and relieve aches and pains. The trained therapist knows the proper techniques for positioning the woman’s body, and customizes massage techniques for individual women.

Reflexoloy Reflexology is often thought of as an alternative medicine of its own. Although one thinks of foot massages, reflexology is much more. Practitioners must understand the system of the body and how it relates to certain points on the foot. Each point corresponds to an organ in the body. Reflexology is relaxing, and it can relieve a number of medically related issues.

Sports Massage A variety of athletes, from golfers to swimmers to foot-

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In 2009, there were more than 300 accredited massage schools and programs in the U.S. In 1998, 7.7 percent of hospitals offered alternative therapies. In 2007, 37.3 percent of hospitals offered alternative therapies; of those, 70 percent offered massage therapy.

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The American Massage Therapy Association estimated that in 2009, the massage therapy industry brought in between $16 and $20 billion.

Massage therapists are predominantly female – 85 percent.

The average charge for a massage is $63 per hour.

In 2009, the average yearly income for a massage therapist (including tips) providing about 16 hours of massage per week was $37,123.

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shot and killed in Saigon. Dewey was the head of a seven-man team sent to Vietnam to search for missing American pilots. He was the first of nearly 59,000 Americans killed in Vietnam.

• On Sept. 25, 1789, the first Congress of the United States approves 12 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, and sends them to the states for ratification. The amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, were influenced by the English Bill of Rights of 1689.

• On Sept. 22, 1953, the first four-level (or “stack”) interchange in the world opens in Los Angeles, at the intersection of the Harbor, Hollywood, Pasadena and Santa Ana freeways. It consisted of 32 lanes of traffic weaving in eight directions at once.

Today, the interchange’s cost of $5.5 million would pay for just 250 feet of urban freeway.

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• On Sept. 23, 1846, at the Berlin Observatory, German astronomer Johann Gottfried Galle discovers the planet Neptune. The blue gas giant, which has a diameter four times that of Earth, was named for the Roman god of the sea. It completes an orbit of the Sun once every 165 years.

• On Sept. 21, 1938, without warning, a powerful Category 3 hurricane slams into Long Island and southern New England.

All told, 700 people were killed by the hurricane, nearly 9,000 homes and buildings were destroyed and nearly 3,000 ships were sunk or wrecked.

• On Sept. 26, 1945, Lt. Col. Peter Dewey, a U.S. Army officer with the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) in Vietnam, is

• On Sept. 24, 1969, the trial of the “Chicago Seven” begins. At the height of the antiwar and civil-rights movements, young leftists had organized protest marches at the 1968 Democratic National Convention and were thus accused of conspiring to incite a riot. In 1970, the convictions and contempt charges were overturned on appeal.

• On Sept. 20, 1973, Billie Jean King defeats Bobby Riggs, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3, in a widely publicized exhibition tennis match dubbed the “Battle of the Sexes.” The match was set up after the 55-year-old Riggs routed Australian star Margaret Court four months’ earlier on Mother’s Day. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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here I was, standing on the sideline of a hotly contested football scuffle between Lewis-Palmer and Sand Creek when –BAM! I ran into my former English teacher. One whom I’d always adored, but hadn’t seen in quite some time.

We had a short conversation; a little this, a little that. It was nice. All the while, Colton Goeas was ripping through the Sand Creek defense for a gain of over 20-yards. Shortly thereafter, he ran it in the end-zone for a touchdown, making the score 20-7, and turning a ‘hotly contested scuffle’, into a Ranger rout. I remember thinking that running into an old face was pleasant, and it was good to “catch up”; something Sand Creek had no chance of doing.

The Rangers finished the night with a 4920 victory, and a 2-0 record. Goeas finished the night with 189-yards on the ground, and cemented himself as the Rangers best offensive threat this season.

THE ‘BALL BOYS As of the writing of this article, both the Lewis-Palmer Rangers and Palmer Ridge Bears Football teams have an undefeated record. Admittedly, it’s only week 2, but that doesn’t mean 2-0 isn’t something to get excited about. In the four games played between the two teams, they have outscored opponents 164-33. The Rangers appear more potent on Offense scoring an average of 48.5 points a game, while the Bears defense has given up just 7 points in eight quarters of football. It makes you wonder doesn’t it? What if these two teams stay undefeated? What if, come week 6, October 8th, Palmer Ridge and LewisPalmer meet at Don Breese Stadium with 5-0 records? Are you intrigued? Good. I sure am.

Colton Goeas may have stolen the show against Sand Creek, but Ben Shaum led his Rangers well. He finished the night passing

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PLAYING HARDBALL Alright folks, it’s time for a softball segment. Yes, girls’ softball is in full swing, literally; and though the attention isn’t there, it should be. After starting off the season with a loss, the Lady Rangers have won nine of the last ten games. In the last three games, they’ve torn the field up in all phases, combining for 55 runs, while only giving up 2. Their record stands at 9-2, yet they seem to be improving by the week.

Haley Midzor leads the team with a .563 batting average, while pitcher Kelli Henry leads in both strikeouts (9) and home runs (3). The Rangers have 7 shutout victories on the year so far, but don’t be surprised if they get ten or more; because these girls play softball, hardcore.

And with that, I conclude this episode of Sports Snippetz. Gosh, next time I’m standing on the sideline, I wonder what my English Teacher will say about that horrible “Softball” “Hardball” play on words. Well, if you don’t like it, you know who to blame - the person who taught me how to write.

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In a study that appeared in The Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, researchers tested the antioxidant activity of flavonoids -- plant pigments -- found in the skin of 12 common varieties of dry beans. Antioxidants destroy free radicals, which are highly active chemicals whose excess has been linked to heart disease, cancer and aging.

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Black beans came out on top, having more antioxidant activity, gram for gram, than other beans, followed by red, brown, yellow and white beans, in that order. In general, darker color seed coats were associated with higher levels of flavonoids, and therefore higher antioxidant activity, says lead investigator Clifford W. Beninger, Ph.D., a research associate at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada.

“Black beans are really loaded with antioxidant compounds. We didn’t know they were that potent until now,” says Beninger, formerly a researcher with the USDA’s Sugarbeet and Bean Research Unit, located at Michigan State University in East Lansing, where he worked on the project under the leadership of co-author George L. Hosfield, Ph.D., a geneticist who recently retired from the USDA. Beninger acknowledges that some of the healthy antioxidants in beans will be lost in water upon cooking, but says that antioxidant levels will still remain high. Although dry beans were used

in this study, frozen or canned beans may have similar antioxidant activity, he adds.

Americans gobble up an estimated 8 pounds of beans per person each year, with pinto beans and navy beans being the most popular. Red beans also enjoy immense popularity, particularly during colder months, as a staple of chili. Although not as popular in the U.S. as other varieties, black beans are a main ingredient in many international dishes. Try using canned black beans in this recipe for Toots, a healthy, no-cook, chocolate treat. Each square contains 19 grams of protein, 2 grams of fiber and approximately 104 calories. Toots are the perfect little afternoon energizer and a great lunchbox snack.

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Black beans provide this dessert with a deep chocolate color and a smooth texture similar to a fudge brownie. Pinto beans can be substituted for black beans, if desired. Makes 12 (2-inch) squares.

1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 2/3 cup butter, melted 1 cup cocoa powder 1 cup powdered sugar 1 1/2 cups (1 package of 9 crackers) honey graham-cracker crumbs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted 1. Using a mixer or in the bowl of a food processor, puree beans with 1/3 cup of butter until smooth. Add remainder of butter, cocoa, powdered sugar, graham cracker crumbs and vanilla. Pulse 3 minutes until the mixture is thoroughly blended. Mix in 1/2 cup of nuts, reserving the rest to sprinkle on top. Mix until blended.

2. Line an 8-by-8-inch pan with parchment, plastic wrap or wax paper with the ends overlapping the sides. Spread the mixture evenly in the pan. Sprinkle on the remaining nuts. Place the overlapping pieces of the parchment or wax paper over the mixture.

Refrigerate until chilled and firm, and cut into 2-inch squares.

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1. FAMOUS QUOTATIONS: Who once said, “There is nothing more exhilarating than to be shot at without result”?

2. GAMES: What five sports are included in the modern Olympic pentathlon?

3. GEOGRAPHY: What is the name of London’s square-mile financial district?

4. MEASUREMENTS: How many furlongs are in a mile?

5. ANIMAL KINGDOM: How many eyes do bees have?

6. MOVIES: What was the first Xrated movie to win an Oscar?

7. TELEVISION: What was the name of the pet chimpanzee on “The Beverly Hillbillies”?

8. FIRSTS: What famous women’srights leader was arrested for voting illegally in the 1872 presidential election?

9. LITERATURE: How old is Harry Potter when he discovers he’s a wizard?

10. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: How many colors are represented in a rainbow?

1. Name two of the four players who recorded fewer at-bats than the Nationals’ Adam Dunn (4,145) in reaching 300 career home runs.

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2. When was the last time before 2007-09 that the Chicago Cubs had a .500 or better record for at least three consecutive seasons?

3. True or false: Dan Fouts holds the San Diego Chargers record for most TD passes in a season.

4. How many consecutive regularseason Big 12 titles has Kansas won in men’s basketball?

5. In 2010, the Boston Bruins became the third NHL team to lose a seven-game playoff series after being up 3-0. Name either of the other two teams.

6. Who was the first driver in NASCAR’s Nationwide Series to win three consecutive races at the same track where he also started from the pole.

7. Name the first Italian female tennis player to win a Grand Slam title.

1. Which one-name singer released “Everybody’s Talkin” in 1968? Bonus: Name the Oscarwinning movie that used it as a theme song.

2. Which male artist released the song “Danke Schoen”? What does it mean?

3. Name the song most associated with The Count Five.

4. Which group had hits with “Car Wash” and “I Wanna Get Next to You”?

5. Who was the first act to play at the four-day Woodstock Festival in 1969?

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“Modern Family: The Complete First Season” -- Winner of this year’s Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series, “Modern Family” is one of the best comedies to debut in the 2009-2010 season. If you haven’t yet discovered it, this is the perfect opportunity to get up to speed. The show is shot in a mockumentary style (a la “The Office”) and centers around Jay Pritchett (Ed O’Neill from “Married With Children”), his uberhot and much-younger new Colombian

wife (Sophia Vergara), her son and Jay’s neurotic extended family. The episodes are consistently hilarious and heartwarming, and the ensemble cast does a brilliant job.

“Community: The Complete First Season” -- I had pretty low expectations for this series, but after giving it the ol’ college try, I have to admit I’m hooked on this sitcom -- even more so than “Modern Family.” “Community” stars Joel McHale as Jeff Winger, an ex-lawyer who’s forced to attend a community college to get the credits needed to be reinstated to the bar. He hooks up with a crew of misfits and deeply disturbed people when he forms a fake study group in order to hit on a cute co-ed (Gillian Jacobs).

Throughout the course of the school year, the gang find themselves embroiled High Weirdness; from sinister chicken fingers to paintball battles and Great Debates. What’s surprising about “Community” is that each episode is funnier than the previous one. I don’t know how they do it. It’s positively brilliant television.

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“Robin Hood: The Unrated Director’s Cut” -- I truly hope that “Unrated Director’s Cut” means

“This Version Doesn’t Suck -- Unlike The One You Saw In The Theater.” Goodness gracious what a bloated sad mess that was -- and I’m not just referring to Russell Crowe. You would think that after nearly 75 years, Hollywood would realize there’s no way to outshine the classic Errol Flynn/Olivia DeHavilland epic.

But no. Every decade someone gets the bright idea of adding a new spin or twist to the legend and fails miserably.

This time it’s director Ridley Scott falling on his face with this dour, overly self-important origin story of how Robin Longstride transforms himself into the mythic hero of Sherwood Forest.

Gone are the Merry Men. Gone is any sense of swashbuckling fun and adventure. Instead, we get boring speeches about the rights of common men, convoluted political machinations, and after two hours of this drudgery, we’re rewarded with a battle scene that’s a pale rip-off of “Braveheart.”

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Robin, Audrey Hepburn as Maid Marian and Robert Shaw as the Sheriff of Nottingham. It’s much more faithful to the 14th and 15th century tales than most Robin Hood films, has marvelous performances and is filled with good humor and bittersweet romance.

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LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A clash of work-linked viewpoints needs to be discussed openly, honestly and calmly by all concerned before it can impede progress on an ongoing project.

1. Winston Churchill 2. Freestyle swimming, cross-country running, show jumping on horseback, pistol shooting and fencing 3. City of London 4. Eight 5. Five -- two compound eyes and three simple eyes 6. “Midnight Cowboy” 7. Cousin Bessie 8. Susan B. Anthony 9. 11 10. Seven

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Personal matters claim a good deal of the Lamb’s time in the early part of the week. But by midweek, pragmatic considerations (work, school, jobseeking, etc.) begin to take priority.

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Babe Ruth (3,830 at-bats), Mark McGwire (3,837), Ralph Kiner (3,883) and Harmon Killebrew (3,928).

2. It was 1967-72.

3. False. Philip Rivers tossed 34 TD passes in 2008.

Fouts’ high was 33 in 1981.

4. Six consecutive titles either won or shared (200510).

5. The 1942 Detroit Red Wings and the 1975 Pittsburgh Penguins.

6. Joey Logano completed the feat in 2008-10 at Kentucky Speedway.

7. Francesca Schiavone won the 2010 French Open.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. Nilsson. The movie was “Midnight Cowboy.”

2. Wayne Newton in 1962. The title is German for “Thank you very much.”

3. “Psychotic Reaction,” which hit No. 5 in 1966.

The group was inducted into the San Jose Rock Hall of Fame in 2006.

4. Rose Royce, in 1976 and 1977. “Car Wash” was the theme song for the movie of the same name.

5. Richie Havens was the opening act, playing 10 songs.

6. “Little Honda” (1964), “My Buddy Seat” (1965) and “Younger Girl” (1966). “Little Honda” was written by Beach Boys Brian Wilson and Mike Love.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The seasonal shift ignites the Bovine’s creative aspects.

You could do well if you try to combine your penchant for innovation with the more pragmatic demands of the week.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Ideas come easily to you this week. And never mind that some might suggest they’re unworkable and/ or impractical. It’s your vision that counts.

Work them out and see what turns up.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Personal matters continue to dominate the early part of the week. By midweek, more workaday issues once again begin to emerge. Balance your time to give both the attention they need.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A new contact could provide an expanded opportunity. But be sure you get all the facts before you consider signing on. Ask questions, and be wary if you don’t get the right answers.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) An unexpected development could cause some supposedly resolved disagreements to reignite. Deal with the situation before it leads to some really serious problems.

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SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) The Scorpion’s pragmatic side helps you accept the possibility that a change of plans might be the wise thing to do. Be sure to weigh all your considerations carefully.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Some people might not take no for an answer. Never mind. Keep your resolve if you’re sure you don’t want to be involved in a potentially sticky situation.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) All other facts and figures aside, it’s what you learn about potential colleagues that can be most helpful in assessing any decisions you’re likely to make regarding a new project.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You might want to reconsider some of your outside commitments if they continue to demand more time than you can spare. Be honest with yourself when making a decision.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Pay attention to that inner voice of Piscean wisdom counseling you to remove those rose-colored glasses and take an honest look at any decisions you might face this week.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a penchant for persuasion that would make you a fine candidate for a political career.

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ow that fall is officially here, change is everywhere. The days are shorter and cooler and, in many places, the trees are bursting with color. In preparation for the long winter, squirrels gather nuts and put many of them together in one place. If you’re nearing retirement, you might be able to learn something from our furry friends, as you, too, may want to consolidate some of your assets — in particular, your retirement accounts — as you prepare for a new season in your life.

You might be surprised at the number of retirement accounts you’ve accumulated over time. For example, you may have 401(k) plans with a few employers, along with IRAs that you’ve established with different financial services companies. If you were to consolidate all these accounts with just one provider, you might find several key advantages.

Possibly the biggest benefit of consolidating your accounts is that it may make it easier for you to track and manage your retirement assets. Once you retire, you could choose to do any number of things: travel the world, pursue your hobbies, volunteer or even open a small business or do some consulting. But whichever retirement lifestyle you choose to follow, you will need to know how much you can afford to withdraw each year, how you can stay ahead of inflation and how best to control your investmentrelated taxes. You may find it easier to accomplish these things if you have a single, unified investment strategy — and it may be easier to develop such a strategy if you have all your retirement accounts at one place, possibly under the guidance of a single financial advisor.

You’ll also find some other benefits to consolidating your retirement accounts: Less fees — You may be paying fees to several different providers for maintaining your retirement accounts. You might be able to reduce these fees by consolidating your accounts with one provider.

Less trouble calculating distributions — Once you reach 70½, you’ll need to take withdrawals, or distributions, from your 401(k) and your traditional IRA. (This requirement does not apply to a Roth IRA.) It’s not that hard to calculate these required minimum distributions from a single IRA or a single 401(k), but if you have a mix of these accounts at different places, you might have to do a lot of number crunching. If all your accounts were held at the same place, you may have an easier time.

Less chance of forgetting assets — You may find it hard to believe, but plenty of people lose track of their 401(k)s, IRAs and other retirement accounts. In fact, the National Registry of Unclaimed Retirement Benefits lists more than 50,000 individuals who are owed benefits from 401(k)s, profit-sharing plans or IRAs and either can’t be reached or don’t respond to inquiries. But if you hold all your retirement accounts in one place, you may be less likely to “misplace� them than if you kept them in several different financial institutions.

Just as summer turns to autumn and autumn turns to winter, the seasons of your life follow one another in seemingly rapid succession. So when you enter your retirement season, make sure you’re prepared — and one way to help that preparation is to consider consolidating your retirement accounts.

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one’s disputes usually is available only with respect to “civil trials”; i.e., tort or contractual disputes, and not criminal, probate or domestic cases.

Parties may elect a private trial in order to avoid publicity or to go to trial more quickly. It is a fact that our public courts are overwhelmed with cases.

Because priority is given to criminal cases (for constitutional reasons), and then to domestic cases, a civil case can often take anywhere from 1-3 years to actually go to trial. And, of course, all pleadings and proceedings are public.

Parties may contractually agree to submit their dispute to an arbitrator for binding arbitration, or to a retired judge for a private trial. They may, in this context, agree to abide by the rules of an arbitration association, such as the American Arbitration Association, or the regular Rules of Civil Procedure and Rules of Evidence of their state, in presenting and having their cases decided. Of course, they must pay for the costs of doing so, which can be substantial; other than filing fees, the public court system is essentially free (if you ignore the fact of your taxes having paid for it). But, essentially, no one is required to use the public court system for civil disputes.

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The free-admission event will be located in the quaint 72 year-old Palmer Lake Town Hall, across from the Village Green, just off Highway 105 in Palmer Lake, Colorado. A wide variety of items available for purchase will include pottery, glass, wood, jewelry, basketry, fiber art, paintings, and fabric items plus a wide selection of baked goods. Proceeds are used to fund art scholarships for Tri-Lakes area students. The Palmer Lake Art Group is a non-profit organization established over 40 years ago. Its 70+ members are from various Front Range communities between Denver and the Pikes Peak region. For additional information, contact Margarete Seagraves, Craft Festival Chairman, Palmer Lake Art Group, 719-487-1329, e-mail: seagml@msn.com Safe Trick or Treat October 31st 3:00 to 5:00pm Bring the kids downtown for a night of safe trick-or-treating as Monument merchants provide treats, activities and show-off their creative costumes.

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Fall Craft Show November 4 - 7, 2010 in the Black Forest Don’t miss the 46th Annual Black Forest Arts & Crafts Guild Fall Show and Sale held at the Black Forest Community Center (Black Forest Rd. just north of Shoup Rd.) Hours are Thurs.-Sat. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Over 90 artisan and culinary members will be selling hand made jewelry, ceramics, soaps and candles, holiday decorations andornaments, stained glass, woodworking, quilted items, baby items, baked goods and much more. This is theperfect place to do your Holiday shopping. Admission is FREE. The Black Forest Arts & Crafts Guild is a Colorado non profit organization. A portion of all sale proceeds will benefit the Black Forest Arts & Crafts Guild Scholarship Fund and the Black Forest community. Due to fire regulations, no strollers are allowed in the building. For information contact Diane at 719-494-1455 or visit our web site at www.BFACG.org Only Guild members are allowed to show.

Banner Christmas Historic Downtown Monument is sponsoring the the third annual “Banner Christmas.” Banner Christmas features original Christmas art banners, handpainted by renowned local artists. The banners are on display on lamposts in the historic downtown of Monument. Unveiling is the Friday after Thanksgiving and they remain on display throughout the holiday season. If you are interested in painting a banner for the 2009 season, please contact Vicki Mynhier at 719.460.4179 or email at vmynhier@ townofmonument.net.

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for the costs of doing so – the cost is simply a production cost of the show. The participants sign a contract with the show’s producers, agreeing to permit Judge Judy to decide their dispute, agreeing to the rules that will be followed, and agreeing to abide by the result, which is binding upon them. The Judge Judy show, according to the fine print at the bottom of the screen, uses the rules of the American Arbitration Association so, technically, the “trials’ are in fact binding arbitrations.

The show also applies the substantive law of the state in which the case was originally filed. For example, if your agreement meets the requirements of a contract under the laws of Colorado, where it was signed and performed, then she will rule that it is a binding contract.

While I, personally, would never want to air my dirty laundry on national television, the show does provide the opportunity to have a private trial to those who might not otherwise be able to afford it.

And it is certainly a hoot to hear Judge Judy tear into some of the not so reasonable people who participate!

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