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Remember When
J.R. Jones Sons and Company
J.R. Jones Sons and Company quickly became one of Kalamazoo’s most popular local dry goods/departments stores after opening in 1872, at its original location on East Main Street near Exchange Place. In 1901, they purchased the business of the late Joseph Speyer who had a store on the southeast corner of West Main (now Michigan Avenue) and South Rose Streets. Mannes Israel, Kalamazoo’s first Jewish settler, constructed the Italianate building in 1864 for his dry goods business. Both Speyer and Simon Rosenbaum had worked for Mr. Israel, later taking over the firm. J. R. Jones Sons and Company moved into the building in 1902, and for the next forty years it was a necessary stop for anyone in Kalamazoo who needed clothes. Many shoppers still recall the small baskets, which traveled up a wire track with sales slips and cash to a caged office above and returned with change. Dollar days were an annual event. It was easy to identify the clerks since they were the ones not wearing hats. Godfrey, Hammel and Associates purchased the company in 1938. A separate men’s store opened nearby in 1939, on South Rose Street and Exchange Place. An explosive fire destroyed the building in February 1945, but
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quarters at the men’s store and later moved in 1949 to 111 W. Michigan Avenue, just up the block. At this
point they exclusively sold clothes and other accessories for women. In 1964, J.R. Jones Sons and Company suffered another disastrous fire when this building, and four others next to it burned. The store never reopened. The corner site for the company on South Rose Street and West Michigan Avenue remained vacant since 1945 and is now a parking lot. Article reprinted with permission from “Kalamazoo Lost & Found.” The Kalamazoo Historic Preservation Commission is the copyright holder and publisher (2001.) Authors: Lynn Smith Houghton and Pamela Hall O’Connor. “Permission to reproduce images granted by the holding institution.” The book is available for sale Downtown: The Heritage Company, Nature Connection and Spirit of Kalamazoo. Oakwood: Kazoo Books, this is a bookstore & Bookbug. The space is now the site of the $52.7 million Exchange Building project. When completed in early 2019, the 340,000-square-foot development is expected to include space for retail, office and residential uses. It will also have indoor parking for more than 300 vehicles. Jackie Merriam
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gardening What a knock out!
Think you don’t have the time to take on all the upkeep, maintenance and care beautiful roses require? We have a fabulous solution and it’s a knock out, a Knock Out® rose that is. This shrub rose is the single greatest sensation to hit the plant market in years! Knock Out® roses are valued for their continued and profuse blooming with very little care. Not only are Knock Out® roses gorgeous and easy to care for but they are also drought tolerant, self-cleaning, and disease and pest resistant. Knock Out® roses are like no other rose on the market.
• Once a year, apply about 2 inches of compost around the base of your Knock Out® rose. This helps replenish the soil’s nutrition for good growth and bright blooms. • Mulch yearly with 2-3 inches of mulch to conserve soil moisture and prevent weeds. • Fertilize your Knock Out® rose four times a year, once each in May, June, July & August. Fertilize with Espoma Organic Rose Tone and follow application instructions carefully.
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Planting your Knock Out® in the right location will help it flourish its very best. • Knock Out® roses grow to about 5’ tall x 5’ wide. Give them enough space to grow to full maturity without overcrowding that can dampen their brilliance. • Choose a planting location in full sun and with good air circulation to ensure the brightest blooms and best health. • Planting soil should be amended with Dairy Doo compost and drain well. Prepping the soil before planting will ensure proper nutrition for your rose. • Soil pH should be slightly acidic, 6.0-6.5, but this plant will also thrive in slightly alkaline soils, with a pH as high as 7.5.
Planting
Give your Knock Out® the best advantages as it gets established by planting it properly. • Dig a hole twice as wide as the pot but no deeper than the containerized root ball. Add a generous amount of Dairy Doo compost and 1 1/2 cups of Myke Mycorrhizae. • Remove your Knock Out® rose from the container, massaging the container slightly to loosen the root ball and exerting gentle pressure on the stems, not the foliage. • Gently tease the root from the root ball to loosen roots so they will settle in to new soil more comfortably.
• Mix in a generous amount of Dairy Doo compost to the soil • Place the plant in the hole, making sure that it is planted no deeper that it was in the container. • Backfill with amended soil and lightly press down around the plant to remove any large air spaces. • Mulch around your Knock Out® to keep weeds down and conserve soil moisture. • Water regularly until the plant is established.
Care
Knock Out® roses require much less extensive care than many other rose varieties, but some TLC will help keep your roses healthy and vibrant.
All roses require some minor pruning to help shape the bushes and encourage better blooming. To keep your Knock Out® as a true eyecatcher… • Correctively prune Knock Out® roses any time of the year with hand pruners. Make your cuts about 1/4 of an inch above a leaf. Use sharp, clean tools to avoid transmitting pests or diseases from other plants. • In early spring, each year, heavy pruning is recommended. Cut back the main stems to 1/3 of their height. Make your cuts 1/4 of an inch above an outward-facing bud for the best growth and shape. Enjoy the beautiful blooms all season! Terrie Schwartz Wedel›s Nursery, Florist & Garden Center
Helping Others Helps You! Doing things for others - whether small, unplanned acts or regular volunteering - is a powerful way to boost our own happiness as well of those around us. The people we help may be strangers, family, friends, colleagues or neighbors. They can be old or young, nearby or far away. Giving isn’t just about money, so you don’t need to be rich. Giving to others can be as simple as a single kind word, smile or a thoughtful gesture. It can include giving time, care, skills, thought or attention. Sometimes these mean as much, if not more, than financial gifts. Scientific studies show that helping others boosts happiness. It increases life satisfaction, provides a sense of meaning, increases feelings of competence, improves our mood, reduces stress and improves our health. It can help to take our minds off our own troubles too.
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Kindness towards others is the glue, which connects individual happiness with wider community and societal well-being. Giving to others helps us connect with people and meets one of our basic human needs - relatedness. Kindness and caring also seem to be contagious. When we see someone do something kind or thoughtful, or we are on the receiving end of kindness, it inspires us to be kinder ourselves. In this way, kindness spreads from one person to the next, influencing the behavior of people who never saw the original act. Kindness really is the key to creating a happier, more trusting local community. Extend a helping hand today! Jackie Merriam (Courtesy of actionforhappiness.org)
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the host with the most
If you are planning on hosting a party, gathering or event this summer, it can be overwhelming, but do not fear. The most important thing to remember is how your guests feel, not if your house is perfect or your decor is perfect or the food is the best they have ever eaten. The most important take away is that your guests feel welcome, at home and at ease. Everything else will fall into place naturally.
Feel at Home
A great host puts their guests at ease by allowing them to feel at home. Guests should be able to help themselves to whatever they need. Drinks and glassware should be accessible, snacks within arms reach and the
Don’t sweat the small stuff
Decor details and themes are great if you have endless time for planning and lots of extra money to spend on little details, but quite frankly your guests overlook most of those items. What they will remember is the overall ambiance, the good conversation, the comfort they feel and the connections and memories they make.
fridge should be available if need be. Having a clean home is essential, but it doesn’t need to feel like a museum. A little clutter actually will put your guests at ease and allow them to kick up their feet, knowing that anything they touch isn’t going to sound off the alarm.
Relax and The Rest will Follow
If you’re relaxed and enjoying yourself, your guests will feel the same. If however, you are busy, running around and hyper, your guests will feel your angst and will not feel comfortable. So remember, there is no point in hosting a party if you can’t enjoy the event yourself too. So grab a drink, sit down and enjoy your friends and family. If you need to hire a helper to keep the ice bucket full or the chip bowl filled, then by all means do what is necessary to keep the refreshments filled, but otherwise enjoy your guests and make memories this summer that will last for years to come. Julie Hite-Neilitz of HITE HOUSE Home Furnishings www.hite-house.com 6360 Stadium Drive
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GOOD NEWS ing and trimming. This is a good thing to do, especially if your family is too busy to groom your dog themselves.
HOW TO MAKE IT FUN:
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Summer Fashion, Vintage Style
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1920’s duster Summer is upon us. The days are longer, the air is warmer, and hopefully you’ve got a slice of time to relax and enjoy. It’s also the perfect time to try some fun and carefree vintage styles. This is easy to do by adding a piece or two to your wardrobe, or by switching out accessories for a quick vintage look. Are you ready to make good use of some summer vintage? Here we go! We’ve got beaches galore in Michigan, and it’s time to hit ‘em. How about a fun and unique beach cover up? A 1920’s duster jacket or sheer silk dress can do the trick. They’re light and flowy and definitely add that vintage glam. It can be difficult to come across 1920s vintage, so you can opt for a funky 1960s light cotton mini dress or even an oversized cotton men’s vintage shirt. Any of these would give you a vintage beach flare. Under that cover up you can sport a one piece or two piece suit, and why not go vintage? I love vintage swim suits because they are flattering and can sometimes offer more coverage than contemporary suits. The 1950s two
piece suits are higher waisted and are often made of a comfortable cotton blend with fun patterns and designs. Look for names like Catalina and Jantzen and you can’t go wrong. These tend to cost a bit more, but are worth every penny. On or off the beach, shorts and skirts are a must for summer wear and high waisted is the name of the game. You can go with plain colors or bright patterns, but the higher the better. This is a flattering cut and looks great with t-shirts, tanks or blouses. Tuck the tshirts and tanks in and pair them with interesting belts and sandals or tennis shoes to make the outfit complete. Blouses tied at the waist are a throw back to the 1950’s and look great with high waisted shorts and any complementary colors or patterns will work. 1960s and ‘70s lace crop tops offer another great look with anything high waisted. Match it with a great pair of leather sandals or even boots to make a fantastic outfit ready for summer days or nights. Another vintage way to keep cool and stay on point this summer is by styling a lovely 1930’s print dress. The women of the ‘30s counted on floral and bold print dresses to stand out during the great Depression and The Dust Bowl, when fashion cutbacks were happening. During this time, it was common for dresses to be made from government issued flour sacks that were decorated with various patterns
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In Search of our Super-Powers A Mother and Daughter Adventure Series Two Kinds of People
Ellen: There are two kinds of people in the world: those who pick a radio station and stick to it, even through the commercials, and those who flip incessantly from station to station, not content to linger on any one airwave, even if it’s playing a song they like. Any meeting of the two
types, particularly in close quarters, can be contentious. I should know! I am loyal to my radio stations, rarely changing the frequency unless it’s a song I truly despise. My dad and sister are the opposite, fiddling with the screen and scan buttons, flipping allegiances just as the song reaches the chorus.
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As much as I am baffled by their unwillingness to let a song play, they are befuddled by my acceptance of commercials and radio show chat. I’ve debated the pros and cons many times, with no clear resolution. Car rides can get tense. Jane: My husband, Dean, can identify a song from the first chord. He punches through all the stations on the car radio, too impatient to wait for the scan function to peruse the selections. Our listening pleasure sounds something like this: “Do,” “Fa,” “Pong,” “La,” “Da dum,” “Re,” “Jeremiah had a bullfrog,” At this point, he shouts, “Argh! No!” and we resume pinging through the first notes of all the stations. It’s exhausting. When I’m alone in the car, I listen to CD’s, and don’t skip any of the tracks. Dean cannot stomach this method. He has tried to teach me how to use the double arrow buttons, but I just nod politely. Last week, we drove to Kansas City. Dean, by way of compromise, packed a sleeve of his music CD’s. That way, for two solid days, I wouldn’t have to endure him changing stations, and he wouldn’t have to listen to my same two artists. We rented a car for this trip but, until we were on the road, failed to
notice that they no longer include CD players as standard equipment in new cars. We drove fifteen hundred miles with no music at all. Our conversation was based on highway construction projects and corn yields, but when we arrived, our relationship was fine. Curiously, Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas City, Kansas are separated by a four lane street: the state line runs straight down the centerline. And, in places, the speed limit is different, depending on which side of the street you are driving: 35 mph on the Missouri side and 40 mph going the other direction on the Kansas side. There is a metaphor here somewhere. Jane & Ellen Knuth
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The Kalamazoo Blues Festival features blues music from local, regional, national and international blues acts. The event is sponsored each year by the Kalamazoo Valley Blues Association whose mission is to promote, educate, and preserve the rich history of blues music as it concerns Kalamazoo and its impact on American culture and commerce in the musical arts and industry. See this year’s line up below:
1:10 - 2:00 Steve Pesch Band 2:20 - 3:10 Big Boss Blues 3:30 - 4:20 Blue Soul Express 4:40 - 5:30 Crossroads the Resurrection 6:00 - 7:15 Grand Marquis 7:45 - 9:00 Jason Ricci & Bad Kind 9:30 - 10:55 The Nick Moss Band 11:20 - 12:10 Kevin Nichols & Blue Tuesday Tickets On Sale Now! Note that the 3-day pass available online is a $15 saving over buying tickets at the door!! Sale prices are only available until June 30, so lock in your savings now! At-the-Door prices are as follows: Thursday Only-$10, Friday only-$15, Saturday only-$20. For VIP pricing, etc. visit the website at kvba.org. If you are interested in signing up as a volunteer for the festival, please use the volunteer sign-up website: http://signup.com/ go/oiQmCVF. For more information
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I visited Fredrick Meijer Gardens for the first time with my family as an outing for my grandson’s 6th birthday. The butterfly garden and the Children’s Garden were high on the list for the days visit. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, located in Grand Rapids, opened to the public in April of 1995 after 13 years of planning and fundraising by the West Michigan Horticultural Society. In 1990, Fred and Lena Meijer were asked for their support, and they embraced the concept.
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library; café; gift shop; classrooms; and meeting rooms. Both indoors and outdoors, the 158-acre main campus is barrier free and handicap accessible. Since it opened, Meijer Gardens has brought joy to the lives of over ten million guests – and still growing! Our first stop was the five-story Tropical Conservatory, with tranquil waterfalls and streams winding around lush vegetation from tropical habitats all over the world. In March and April, the conservatory is home to the largest tropical butterfly exhibition in the nation. Thousands of butterflies (over 60 species), imported from Africa, Asia and South and Central America, fly freely within the conservatory. We were in awe watching the many butterflies fluttering about, landing nearby and one even landed on my grandson’s shirt. We were able to see the process from chrysalises to butterfly, and enjoyed searching for the caterpillars in the lush vegetation. Next up for the 6 year olds birthday, was of course The Children’s Garden, a wonderful place for children to play, learn and explore. This garden fosters experiential learning and
the use of all five senses. Interaction is encouraged, as children are welcome to use their senses by smelling and touching specific plants designed for interaction. Whether in the Kids Sense Garden discovering leaves that feel like lambs ears, launching a boat in the Great Lakes, digging for buried fossils in the Rock Quarry or listening to a story, The Children’s Garden offers plenty of opportunities for family fun! The Treehouse Village was the highlight for our boys, where they enjoyed climbing amongst the four connected trees and the giant bird nest. The Earth Day weekend crafts were also loads of fun for the kids. We took a short walk to the outdoor Sculpture Park and were greeted by The American Horse, a 24 foot Bronze horse inspired in part, by a work created by Leonardo da Vinci in the late 15th century. The hillside behind the sculpture beckoned kids of all ages to roll down the embankment. There are over 50 major works of art by masters such as Auguste Rodin, Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth and others are featured within a variety of natural settings connected by waterways, meandering paths, lawns, meadows and quiet walkways. After spending several hours at the park, we had barely scratched the surface and are excited for our next visit. Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is located at 1000 E. Beltline Ave., NE in Grand Rapids. They are open Monday – Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. They can be reached by phone at (616) 957-1580. To plan your visit see their website at meijergardens.org. Jackie Merriam
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Local Handprint was created as a way to highlight people and place who celebrate and support giving back to the local community. Think of your ‘local handprint’ much like you would a ‘carbon footprint’. How do you and the places you support benefit the very community you are a part of? Facebook: Local Handprint, Website: Handmadekalamazoo.com/ Local-Handprint, Instagram: Local_Handprint. We asked Tim Surprise what makes Arcadia Brewing Company different. He smiled and gave us a quick crash
course in brewing and what gives beer its taste. In keeping with Arcadia’s authentic British tradition, it uses a distinctive open top fermentation system of brewing - as well as its own strain of yeast. But, it’s not just about the beer. The kitchen at Arcadia features the best in BBQ with its wood-fired smoker cooking up locally sourced meats. The pet-friendly beer garden and open communal seating inside and out is a perfect place to visit with friend, play a few games and enjoy a meal. But, this isn’t why we’re here… Local Handprint is about people who make a community impact. Not just the people behind the brands, but
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Who would have thought being a parent gave you an honorary law degree. Because, let’s be honest, we all have had to work super hard to win the argument with the kid who has answer for EVERYTHING! It goes something like this: Mom – “Why did you hit your brother?” Kid – “Because he’s annoying” Mom – “That’s your excuse? You know we don’t put our hands on others.” Kid - “ What about to hug?” Mom – “Well, yes. But I’m not talking about nice hands. I’m talking about hitting.” Kid – “You said put hands on. Plus... it was like a hug, just harder” Mom – “Seriously? You’re punished.”
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Kid – “Seriously? I’m punished for defending myself from my brother. It’s your fault. I am forced to defend myself because you don’t” Mom – “I’m not going to argue with you. This discussion is over. You’ve lost your tablet for a week.” Kid – “This isn’t an argument. This is a discussion. You know? Like the ones you and dad have about your shopping habits.” Mom – “That’s not your business.” Kid – “Well if you spent more time keeping my brother from annoying me instead of shopping…” Mom – “Ugh!! Just go! Get away from me” Kid – “Ok”…walks and picks up tablet. Mom – sigh “Whatever”
Sound familiar? Meet the oppositional child. The one who argues like a boss or has epic meltdowns at the store. How to know the difference between typical kid behaviors and when it becomes a concern. Simply put… something becomes a “problem” when it negatively affects your daily life. Do you avoid taking the child to the store with you? Do you cringe when it’s time to tell them turn off electronics? Do they wake up cranky because they went to sleep late 5 nights in a row after arguing for more screen time and getting it? Those are some signs. The most important thing you can do with oppositional children is being consistent and set expectations with consequence for not meeting them and rewards for exceeding them. No matter what you decide, not caving in is the key. If you give in just once and say “whatever, fine. Just take it and stop screaming”, you set your progress
back. But if you can show them that you are standing firm and don’t get baited into an argument that wears you thin, you will see a change. Chin up parents. You got this. Take the verbal punches. Take the guilt inducing jabs. Let the gut wrenching tears roll off you. Wait out the 12 rounds and see the fruits of your labor. You don’t need your honorary law degree for this fight. You played the long game and came out on top. It’s important to know when to say when and ask for help. There are several behavior therapists out there with the skills to help you get past this oppositional behavior. Just know you are not alone. And you can get past the storm and enjoy time with your child.
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Richland’s Newest Home Store is Open! Urban Nest offers unique interior designs with an array of decorating styles. Featuring a variety of local artists, handmade gifts, apparel, accessories and do-ityourself workshops and private parties for any occasion and all ages. Kids workshops are available during the summer months - children can create a variety of projects (string art, bouncy ball, duct tape, slime and more). The 2-hour classes are offered during the day weekdays and weekends. Adult classes are offered in the evenings. Gift and bridal registry services are also available. Please contact the store directly for more information. Urban Nest is the brainchild of Carri Kistner of Richland. She and her husband, Bryan have always had a passion for household projects, whether it is refurbishing family heirlooms or building furniture for their home, they collaboratively created one-of-a-kind signature looks. The Kistner’s believe that our lives should be filled with things we love, that gifts should be thoughtful and unique, clothing should be beautiful and wearable, and our homes should be comfortable and inviting. They believe in well-made products from brands with integrity, supporting brands with purpose, and partnering with local companies and artisans to create a destination for their customer
that enhances their lives. Carri turned her lifelong love of creating into a business through Etsy. The Etsy marketplace was a great place to build a loyal customer base while at home raising her children and tending to her ‘nest.’ She started out crafting and creating as a young girl with her beloved great Aunt, who taught her how to sew, latch hook, and various other projects. Carri’s grandmothers both loved to crochet and she learned from the best! The maker’s tradition in her family still continues today with family ‘Girls Weekend’ crafting trips. Carri currently produces machineembroidered good such as: baby bibs, burp cloths, and hand towels. She also has a variety of Michigan inspired artwork, including ‘Mitten’ pillows and etched glassware. Carri’s lifelong dream of having her own brick and mortar store turned into a reality with the opening of Urban Nest. Stop in and enjoy a unique shopping experience for all. They are open Monday 11am-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday 11am7pm, and Sunday from 1-4pm. They are located at 9975 East M-89 in Richland. For more information call Carri at (269) 629-6118, or email her at info@urbannestmi.com. You can also visit their website: urbannestmi.com or get their latest updates by following them on Facebook.
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Summer Slaws
Recipes Ah, summer! The warm, beautiful, sunfilled days are so precious, especially to those up north - because they are so few! That said, I think we all need to stop and take time to smell the roses, feel a little summer rain on our faces, wiggle our toes in some sand, and eat as many meals as we can in the great outdoors! Picnics can be very pleasurable, especially if you stick to serving foods that I like to call “safe to eat in the heat.” One dish that does this remarkably well is a vinegar-based slaw. This is because these slaw recipes do not contain egg, mayonnaise or dairy ingredients, which contain bacteria that can grow rapidly when exposed to heat. Vinegar is also a natural antiseptic/disinfectant so it can help prevent bacteria from growing while helping to cleanse our bodies. Also noteworthy is that since vinegar-based slaws also tend to be lower in fat and calories than their creamy slaw counterparts, choosing them will also help trim our waistlines, too! Vinegar-based slaws are versatile as well, and can be infused with even more flavor by the simple addition of seeds, which can add a nutty taste, texture and eye appeal that adds a dynamically, delicious dimension to this dish! Here now are three seed-infused vinegar-based slaw sensations to help you start off this picnic season safely – ENJOY!
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Poppy Seed Slaw 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons honey 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill 1 teaspoon poppy seeds 1-teaspoon olive oil 1/4-teaspoon salt
1/4-teaspoon pepper 1 cup thinly sliced green cabbage 1 cup thinly sliced purple cabbage 1/4-cup carrots, julienned In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, honey, mustard, dill, poppy seeds, olive oil, salt and pepper. Add cabbage and carrots
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then toss to coat. For best flavor, cover and refrigerate overnight before serving. Approximate servings per recipe: 2. Per serving: Calories 75; Fat 3g; Sodium 359 mg; Potassium 225 mg; Carbohydrates 11g; Fiber 3g; Sugar 7g; Protein 2g.
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1 bag of fresh broccoli slaw blend 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1-tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, lightly toasted Place broccoli slaw into a large bowl then, in a small saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, toasted sesame seeds and oil. Bring to a boil and simmer for three minutes then
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1 medium head of cabbage, shredded into a slaw 1/2 green pepper, julienned 1 carrot, julienned 1 onion, minced 1/4 red bell pepper, minced 3/4 cup white sugar 3/4 cup white vinegar 2 teaspoons celery seeds 1-teaspoon salt 1/4-cup oil
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Place prepared vegetables into a large bowl then, in a small saucepan, combine, sugar, vinegar, celery seeds, salt and oil. Bring to a boil then reduce and simmer for 5 minutes. Pour hot dressing over prepared vegetables. Chill four hours, stirring occasionally, or overnight, before serving. Approximate servings per recipe: 8. Per serving: Calories 170; Fat 7g; Sodium 315 mg; Potassium 233 mg; Carbohydrates 26g; Fiber 3g; Sugar 23g; Protein 2g.
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some good questions and answers for summer Question:
When it comes to sunscreen, is the higher SPF always better?
Answer: SPF is an acronym for Sun Protection Factor. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, once the SPF is over 30, the increase in protection is negligible. Not too long
Question: Is it true that mayonnaise is a major source of food borne illness?
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ago, sun screen products only went as high as 15 or 30. But in recent years, sunscreen manufacturers have been in an arms (legs too) race, marketing products with SPF’s of 70 and 100.
to make mayonnaise at home using raw eggs. But commercial mayo uses pasteurized eggs which carry which carry virtually no risk of contamination. Also, commercially prepared mayo must be made with specific ingredients in specific ways. Two of the required ingredients are vinegar
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Unfortunately, high SPF’s can give people a false sense of security. They assume, as I would, that a product with an SPF of 70, is more than twice as effective as a product with an SPF of 30. This is far from true. SPF refers to the sunscreen’s ability to block the sun’s ultraviolet-B (UVB) radiation, the main cause of non-melanoma skin cancer and sunburn. Ultraviolet-A (UVA) is mostly responsible for skin wrinkles and aging. However, both increase the risk of melanoma. When properly applied, a product with an SPF of 15 blocks 93% of UVB; SPF of 30 blocks 97%; SPF of 50 blocks 98%; SPF of 100 blocks 99%. To get those levels of protection, sunscreen needs to be “properly applied.” This is really important. That means generously applied and re-applied every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating heavily. In actuality, people apply much less than and lemon juice in set amounts. Both of these ingredients are acidic and acid is the enemy to foodborne bacteria. What may be risky, though, are the foods that are combined with mayo, such as chicken, tuna, potatoes and eggs. These are less acidic and thus more susceptible to bacterial growth. If a prepared dish with these ingredients is left out above 40 degrees F, any bacteria present will double in as little as 20 minutes. So if you’re planning on bringing a chicken or tuna salad to a picnic, bring them in a cooler and keep them below 40 degrees F. The FDA also recommends tossing any perishable foods, such as left-overs containing meat, poultry, fish or eggs that have been at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Do you need to refrigerate mayo itself? If it’s homemade, yes. For store bought, refrigerate once it has been
what is used in laboratory testing. So real-world effectiveness is probably far lower than the 93% to 99% UVB effectiveness rating. One potential problem with super high SPF products is that they may block more UVB than UVA. They may be better at preventing sunburn than the lower SPF products, but don’t necessarily reduce other kinds of skin damage. In that case, people may think they’re protected because they aren’t turning red, thereby staying out in the sun longer. So according to the University of California, Berkeley Wellness Letter, buy sunscreen products labeled with “UVA-UVB protection” with an SPF of at least 15 or 30 if you are very sensitive to the sun. It’s not worth spending the extra money for the super high SPF products. And, that means remembering to use the product generously.
open and discard any remaining after 2 months. Hope you’re enjoying a healthy and active summer. Till next time, Ken Dettloff ACE Certified Personal Trainer.
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Imagination and creativityQ Second chances:Q Confidence:Q Why fit in when you were born to stand out! Thank you for that great reminder Dr. Seuss, because living an artful life begins with us. Think about how we want to be seen. Are we ahead of our time, and if we’re going to do it, do it right, right? Whatever that means to you, you are responsible for creating your own appeal, don’t blend in, don’t be shy… stand out from the crowd. Your voice is important, your smile is contagious and your confidence soars. There is something different about you and people notice. You stand tall, your smile is wide, you have a presence, it demands to be noticed and you are approachable. What is your secret? It’s simple, you are wearing your art and therefore on display - something that you made and are proud to show off. Though it may have started out ordinary, you gave it a new life and made
it extraordinary. You have created a conversation piece; it’s captivating and has style…just like you. You have been exhibiting that collection of buttons in that lovely glass jar for years not knowing that someday you’d find a more purposeful and artful way to showcase them. Everyone is impressed and wants to know how you did it, so let’s share the how to’s. All that is needed are buttons, wax twine and scissors. You’ll need buttons with 4 holes and you can decide if you’d like to create a pattern or keep it random. The length varies from person to person…the photos show about 15-17 buttons per bracelet, depending on the diameter of the individual button. Experiment and have fun! Cut the twine longer than you think you’ll need after you lay out the buttons in the order you will thread them. Remember you are making a loop at one end and you’ll use both tails to thread simultaneously. Beginning underneath the first
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button, thread both tails through two of the holes side by side. Leave a little loop at the end. Once the twine comes through the top, thread it back through the remaining two holes so it comes out underneath. You can get fancy and crisscross the twine on the top of the buttons or keep them straight. Do this through all of your buttons. Flip the bracelet over and tie a double knot on the last button and cut off the excess. Try not to pull too hard while tying the knot or your buttons might bunch. The wax twine is great for threading as you don’t need a needle and the knot won’t come undone. Imagine wearing more than one button bracelet at a time. Imagine creating a companion necklace. Imagine you did this…you created beautiful jewelry out of a simple yet elegant button. Prepare to be noticed because you are an artist and you, like art, are one of a kind! Enjoy and if you have any ques-
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Health & Community Services Department Plans Move to New Building The Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services Department is excited to announce that they will be moving their offices and clinic to a new location at 311 East Alcott Street starting on Monday, July 30 through Friday, August 3. As a result of this move, the Health & Community Services Department will be closed to the public during the scheduled move week and will re-open at its new location on Monday, August 6with normal hours of operation. The new building at 311 East Alcott Street will serve as a central location for the Health & Community Services Department. It will be within walking distance of other
social services such as the Family Health Center, Goodwill Industries, and Community Mental Health. It will be on the Metro bus route, and there will be a bus stop directly in front of the building. “Our newly remodeled building will be within the City of Kalamazoo, making access to the Health & Community Services Department more convenient for our customers and community throughout the County,” said Jim Rutherford, Health Officer. “As you enter the building, there will be one large waiting room for all programs and services and a centralized information desk. We will also have updated facilities and clinic exam rooms. All of this will help us better serve the residents of Kalamazoo County.”
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charged for non-members ($5/adult, $4/student or senior, and $3/child; children under the age of 2 will be admitted free of charge). The Bird Sanctuary is located at 12685 E. C Avenue in Augusta. To learn more, visit birdsanctuary.kbs.
msu.edu, emailbirdsanctuary@kbs. msu.edu, or call 269-671-2510. The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary is part of the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station. Celebrate with us our legacy of conservation as we mark 90 years since W.K. Kellogg donated the lands that now make up KBS to Michigan State University. Our commitment to research, education and outreach is built on W.K. Kellogg’s vision for cutting-edge science and learning. As MSU’s largest off-campus educational complex, we’ve put our land-grant values into practice as we’ve provided the public with examples of science’s crucial role in sustaining natural and managed communities for nearly a hundred years. As we look forward, our students and faculty are working to understand and solve real-world environmental problems for a better tomorrow. To learn more about KBS, visit us online at kbs.msu.edu.
Wild Wednesdays at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary: A Chance for Kids to Grow
Looking for an active outdoor education opportunity for kids? This summer, children ages 3-7 can explore the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary and learn all about various animals and aspects of nature with stories, outdoor walks and crafts to take home during the Wild Wednesdays series. Wednesday July 11 the Sound Vibrations program will have you find nature’s sounds and investigate how people and animals use sounds to communicate. Wednesday, July 25 we’ll explore the beauty of metamorphosis of butterflies and moths, how they are unique, and how they survive during the Flutter and Fly Butterflies
program. All programs are from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday nights, with no advance registration required, at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. Admission is free for Sanctuary members, and standard admission is
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composting tips Have you ever thought about starting a compost pile? It’s not too late to start and it is much easier than you might expect. A compost pile can be as simple as a heap of soil in a corner of your backyard or as complex as a storebought composting bin. An even greener option would be to reuse a plastic drum or bin for your compost; just be sure to put some holes in the bottom for water drainage. Keep in mind that if your compost pile is open-air, the compost will take much longer to develop. Three to four weeks is usually sufficient for
compost development in a closed container. Closed-air containers allow the compost pile to maintain a high temperature, enabling the compost inputs to break down much more quickly. However you store your compost, there are two primary inputs: nitrogen and carbon. Nitrogen can be found in freshly cut grass and fruit and vegetable scraps. Carbon rich items include dried grass, dead leaves, newspaper, and cardboard. Avoid putting meat, bones, grease, and dairy products into your compost pile, as they do not add much carbon
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and nitrogen and they tend to attract wildlife. A common misconception is that coffee grounds are beneficial to compost as well. Research has recently found that the leftover caffeine in coffee grounds kill beneficial bacteria in the compost, and when compost with coffee grounds is added to potted flowers, the caffeine kills bacteria that help the plant to survive. In addition, be sure to keep your compost moist and turn the soil over as often as you can. Keep in mind that you should stop adding material to the compost at least a few weeks before you plan to use it. All the
added materials should be completely broken down before the compost is used. To achieve the best results, add the compost to your pots or garden a few days before planting to ensure the compost works into the soil. More tips and tricks can be found at www.howtocompost.org. Happy summer! Judy Smith Heidelberg University Student
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Friday, July 6 Music: Buckley Blues Boatyard Brewing Co. 6-9pm, 226-0300
Sundays, July 1,8,15,22,29 Irish Jam @ Boatyard Brewing Co. 4-7pm, 226-0300 Sundays, July 1,8,15,22,29 Bell’s Eccentric Café - Team Trivia Doors open 5, Trivia 6-8pm, 382-2332 Sundays, July 1,8,15,22,29 Professional Blues Jam Old Dog Tavern, 6-9pm, 381-5677 Mondays, July 2,9,16,23,30 Cruz Nights at Dean’s Ice Cream In Plainwell, 5pm, 685-6641 Monday, July 2 Blood Drive @ Boatyard Brewing Co. 6:30pm, 226-0300 Tuesdays, July 3,10,17,2431 Kalamazoo Farmers Market, 8am-1pm Tuesdays, July 3,10,17,24,31 Pub Trivia Night Arcadia Brewing, 8-10pm, 276-0458 Tuesdays, July 3,10,17,24,31 Open Mic. Night @ Old Dog Tavern 8pm-midnight, 381-5677 Wednesdays, July 4,11,18,25 Bank Street Flea Market, 7am-1pm Wednesdays, July 4,11,18,25 Cruise-Ins @ Gilmore Car Museum 5-8pm, 671-5089 Wednesdays, July 4,11,18,25 Meditation at Unity of Kalamazoo Church 6pm, 385-2239 Wednesdays, July 4,11,18,25 Weekly Comedy Show - Open microphone Harvey’s, 9-11pm (ages 21+), 760-6251
Fridays, July 6,13,20 Live Music: Blue Stem Restaurant 7:30-10:30pm, 220-3977 Saturdays, July 7,14,21,28 Kalamazoo Farmers’ Market 7am-2pm, 337-8899 Saturdays, July 7,14,21,28 Otsego Farmers Market @ Church of God 8am-2pm, 355-8865 Saturdays, July 7,14,21,28 Music: BenJammin’ and Analisa Educational entertainers & Kids breakfast Old Dog Tavern, 10-11am, 381-5677 Saturday, July 7 First Saturday – Central Branch Stories, activities, guests & prizes Kalamazoo Public Library 2-3:30pm, 342-9837 Sunday, July 8 Music: Zion Lion @ Flesher Field 6-7:30pm, 216-5233 Sunday, July 8 Concert: Punches Family (Bluegrass) Klines Resort (5 miles south of Vicksburg) 6:30pm, bring lawn chairs & finger foods Tuesday, July 10 Video: Pilchuck, A Dance With Fire Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon-1pm, 349-7775 Tuesdays, July 10, 17,24,31 Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation The People’s Church, Kalamazoo 7-8:30pm, 944-1575 Wednesdays, July 11,18,25 Hands-on Happenings: Animal Instincts Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 1-4pm
Thursdays, July 5,12,19,26 Allegan Farmers Market 8am-2pm, 673-4229
Wednesdays, July 11,18,25 Richland Farmer’s Market Richland Community Center, 3-6pm
Thursdays, July 5,12,19,26 Kalamazoo Farmers Market 1204 Bank St., 3-7pm
Wednesday, July 11 “Thriver” Cancer Support Group Borgess Health & Fitness Center 5:30-7pm, 381-1986
Thursdays, July 5,12,19,26 Singer/Songwriter Night Boatyard Brewing Co., 226-0300 Sign up 6pm. Performances 7-11pm
Wednesdays, July 11,18,25 Live Music: Potter’s Lounge 5:30-8:30pm, pattiflemingmusic.com
5-6pm, 385-2847
7:30-10:30pm, 220-3977
Thursday, July 12 Gazelle Sports Historic Walks 6:30-8pm, 342-5996
Sunday, July 22 Music: Last Mangos Kindleberger Park, 6:30pm
Thursday, July 12 Music: Tom Duffield @ O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm, 344-5566
Tuesday, July 24 Talk: American Photography 1930’s (Part 2), Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon-1pm, 349-7775
Friday, July 13 Music: Koz Effect @ Boatyard Brewing 6-9pm, 226-0300 Friday, July 13 Broncos Night Out: Magic Night WMU Heritage Hall, 7pm, 387-8816 Friday, July 13 Movie in Upjohn Park, 337-8191 7:30pm/activities, movie at sunset Fridays, July 13,20,27 Live Music: Potter’s Lounge 7-10pm, pattiflemingmusic.com Friday, July 13 Movies In the Park: Coco @ Celery Flats 9pm, 329-4522
Wednesday, July 25 Music: The Adams Family Plainwell Band Shell, 7pm Wednesday, July 25 Advance Care Planning Workshop Bronson Athletic Club, Room 2 6-8pm, 341-8778 Thurs., July 26 – Sat. July 28 Downtown Kalamazoo Sidewalk Sales 10am-6pm, 344-0795
Saturdays, July 14,21,28 Live Music: Potter’s Lounge 7-10pm, pattiflemingmusic.com
Thursday, July 26 Gazelle Sports Historic Walk: W. Main Meet at corner of Monroe & Grand St. 6:30-8pm, 342-5996
Sunday, July 15 Mindfulness Meditation Down Dog Yoga Center 1-3pm, 993-2486
Thursday, July 26 Concert: Allen Scott @ Overlander Bandshell 7pm, 329-4522
Tuesday, July 17 Talk: American Photography 1930’s Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon-1pm, 349-7775
Thursday, July 26 Music: Bog Road @ O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm, 344-5666
Wed. July 18-Sun. July 22 Play: Shakespeare in the Park Celery Flats Historical Ampitheater Tickets are free, but required – pick them Up at the Parks office, 329-4522 Wed., Thurs. & Sun.-2pm, Sat. 7pm Wednesday, July 18 Music: Mall City Harmonizers and Mid-Lakes Chorus Plainwell Band Shell, 7pm Thursday, July 19 Kalamazoo Night Farmers Market 1204 Bank St., 5-10pm Thursday, July 19 Music: Megan Dooley @ O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm, 344-5666 Friday, July 20 Music: Dow Family Band Boatyard Brewing Co. 6:30-9:30, 226-0300 Saturday, July 21 45th Annual Richland Art Fair 9am-4pm, 312-8271 Saturday, July 21 Downtown Kalamazoo Summer Salsa Cook-Off 11am-2pm, 344-0794
Thursdays, July 5,12,19,26 Quizzo Trivia-Boatyard Brewing Co. 7-9pm, 226-0300
Wednesdays, July 11 Music: Duffield/Caron Project Plainwell Band Shell, 7pm
Fri, July 6 – Sun. July 8 Plainwell Days Festival
Wednesday, July 11 Music: Carrie McFerrin @ O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm, 344-5666
Saturday, July 21 Music: Darcy Jones Band Boatyard Brewing Co. 5-8pm, 226-0300
Thursday, July 12 Book Release: Drum Roll Please Bookbug, Oakland Dr.
Saturday, July 21 Music: Lexi Adams Blue Stem Restaurant
Friday, July 6 Memory Café-Gathering of individuals With memory loss & their caretakers Paw Paw Library, 10:30-Noon, 657-3800
Tuesday, July 24 Blood Drive @ St. Andrew Church Noon-5:45pm, 800-2767
Friday, July 27 ADA Anniversary Celebration & Cookout Disability Network Southwest Michigan 11:30am-1:30pm, 345-1516 Friday, July 27 Music: Steve Pesch @ Boatyard Brewing 6-9pm, 226-0300 Friday, July 27 Movie in South Westnedge Park, 7:30pm activities, Movie at sunset 337-8191 Saturday, July 28 AZO Air Fair @ Kalamazoo Airport 10am-3pm, 366-3002 Saturday, July 28 Ramona Park Luau! 3-9pm, 329-4522 Sunday, July 29 Talk: 13th Michigan Infantry 2pm, Celery Flats, 329-4522 Sunday, July 29 Music: Matt Giraud Kindleberger Park, 6:30pm Tuesday, July 31 Talk: Detours, A Roundabout Route Through Life In The Arts Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon-1pm, 349-7775