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Remember When Little Michigan Restaurant 1018 West Michigan Avenue Not the first “Little Michigan” building, this 1948 concrete block structure replaced a wood-frame one located about 50 feet northwest. With World War II over, and thousands of veterans returning home to pick up where they had left off— returning to school, marrying and starting families ---success for a new, larger restaurant was assured. Local contractor Tom Schuring supervised the $7,500 construction project. An example of Modernism, also referred to as the International Style, Little Michigan typically rejected all historical architectural references in its design and had no formal facade. The major function of its walls were to differentiate the interior space from the out-of-doors. Its siting also represents a major departure from traditional development practice. Earlier development patterns created small blocks containing many buildings standing shoulder-to-shoulder, producing a dense pedestrian-oriented streetscape. In 1948, planners and designers responded to a growing automobile culture by putting free-standing buildings in the middle of generous, off-street parking lots. Longtime local Kalamazooan Harold Shoup flipped burgers for owners Lester and Doris Graybiel while he attended Western Michigan Uni-
versity, and recounts how the place received its name. Although the Graybiels had planned to locate the eatery in Ann Arbor near the University of Michigan’s campus, their Kalamazoo market research changed their minds as to location. However, the earlier-chosen name remained the same. Little Michigan closed in the middle 1950’s. The building has since served as a branch bank, a clothing store, and most recently, a styling salon. The trees are gone and the horizontal effect of the building’s deep eaves diminished when they were wrapped in a blue plastic awning.
rolls were the restaurant’s only offerings. Over time, its menu expanded to include items like the T-Bone Special for $1.45 offered on the sign board above the counter. 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.
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BETTER HOME VALUE
Many homeowners, whether they just purchased their home or have owned it for years, are interested in increasing the value of their property. A better value leads to greater home equity, a higher resale price and the personal pride of owning a lovely home. Good landscaping can lead to a better home value, and there’s no easier way to improve landscaping than with beautiful bulbs.
How Landscaping Adds Value to Your Home
A well-groomed, thoughtfully planned and attractively maintained landscape is a great asset to your home. Your home’s exterior, including its landscaping, is the first impression visitors see, and good landscaping creates an attractive, welcoming atmosphere. Colorful landscaping can help attract attention to your property, borders can conceal fences or unsightly foundations, and flowerbeds soften the edges of the house structure to provide an appealing sense of nature. Good landscaping is a constant asset to your property and your home value.
Why Bulbs Are Best
Bulbs are some of the best options to improve your home’s landscaping and increase your home value; they have many benefits that add solid value and enjoyment to any yard.
Bulbs Are Familiar
Many bulbs are instantly recognizable. That familiarity is comfortable and reassuring, and adds a sense of peace to your landscaping. Tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses and
Taking the time out of your busy life to spend time with family and friends is one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself and others. This summer, I’ve been lucky enough to meet up with people I haven’t seen for a while and reconnect. How many times have you said, “We should get together soon,” “Let’s have lunch,” or “See you soon,” without giving it another thought? Be the one to take the next step and make these empty promises come true! It can require a bit of effort and coordinating, but trust me; you will gain so much from these meaningful encounters.
lilies are some of the most popular and tried-and-true bulbs that can enhance your landscaping.
Bulbs Are Versatile
While many plants can serve only one distinct purpose, bulbs can serve many purposes. Taller varieties can provide an effective screen for privacy or create stunning borders. Dense bulb patches can “paint” your landscape with flowing color, or bulbs can be layered in pots or containers for instant beauty. Bulb flowerbeds can be positioned along your home’s foundation, around trees or lining walkways, driveways or sidewalks. Bulbs can be strategically positioned to fill in thinner areas in your yard or landscaped beds as well.
Bulbs Are Beautiful In Different Seasons
You can mix-and-match bulbs to keep a bed blooming from early spring to late fall without difficulty.
Bulbs Are Perennials
Annual flowers are gorgeous but need to be replaced every year, a process that can be very time-consuming and labor-intensive. Bulbs, on the other hand, are perennials that will keep coming back year after year with very little extra care. With just basic maintenance – watering and the occasional removal of dead foliage – most bulbs will grow back more lush and vibrant each year, continuing to add value to your home.
Bulbs Are Easy
There’s no denying that bulbs are easy to grow and require very little main-
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tenance to look their best. Bulbs can tolerate a wide range of soil types, pH levels and sunlight levels, and they often thrive even when neglected. This makes them an easy addition to any landscape, bringing their proven value to your yard quickly.
Improving Your Landscaping With Bulbs It’s easy to improve your home’s value by adding bulbs. Simply choose the types and colors of bulbs you want, and you’re just three steps away from a beautiful landscape and a more appealing home.
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tion them in graceful, cultivated rows, or choose a more organic, natural look. Cover the bulbs firmly with soil and a layer of mulch if desired. Done! You only need to keep a simple eye on moisture levels and the occasional critter that may enjoy a bulb snack, and you’re done with bulb care and maintenance. Before long, both your bulbs and your home value will be blooming! With so many benefits from landscaping and the ease of bulbs to create a stunning look, why not add to your home’s value today? Wedel’s has over 300 varieties of bulb varieties in every height, color and bloom time to choose from. Get digging – you’ll be done before you know it! Terrie Schwartz Wedel›s Nursery, Florist & Garden Center
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home decor Simple Updates to Refresh Your Space Some styles and looks last the test of time and become classic, timeless and have mass appeal. On the other hand, some styles just grow stale and tired and seriously outdate an otherwise attractive space. Often a few simple fixes can have dramatic impact on updating a space without a massive renovation or breaking the bank. Here are a few helpful tips to update those tired looks lurking in your home.
Coordinating Valances and Curtains Must Go!
The 80’s and 90’s were notorious for matching color and pattern in curtains, valances and everywhere else in a room. If this look abounds throughout your home consider pulling down those valances and updating your curtain hardware. I know you may have paid a fortune 10-20 years ago for those custom treatments, but a few tweaks and you won’t have to feel like your investment is wasted. Generally these curtain styles smother your windows as well, which impacts the amount of natural light and closes in the room. Consider an updated and modern approach to your curtains. Purchase new hardware and mount it higher
than your window casings, which will bring the eye up and make the room feel grander. Buy a rod that can extend beyond each side of your window by more than 10-12 inches. By going wider, your curtains have ample space to stack to the right and left of your windows without smothering the window and thus the light. Your curtains may no longer be wide enough to close properly with a wider rod, but they will still provide drama and visual warmth to your space, plus provide a more modern appearance. If your curtains are too short after hanging your rod higher, consider using the extra fabric leftover from your valance that you’re no longer using and have it added on the length by a seamstress or tailor.
Sponge Painted Walls & Wallpaper Borders
Many of us remember the craze of sponge painted walls from the 90’s, but that trend has come and gone. I still find it from time to time and it definitely dates a space quickly, but it may be the easiest fix of all. All you need is a fresh coat of paint in a fresh, modern hue! Wallpaper borders are certainly a look from the past, but many people shy away from
taking them down because they fear the mess or worse, wrecking their walls. Luckily there are great products that are easy to use, inexpensive and super accessible. Also, from my personal experience, warm water and fabric softener in a spray bottle works wonders too!
Vertical Blinds Begone
Nothing screams decades past like vertical blinds. They are clunky, often missing pieces, dust collectors and very outdated looking. Strip them off your windows for an immediate updated feeling. With so many window treatment options available, consider solutions that will best suit your needs for budget, light control and style. If you aren’t really concerned about privacy or light control, take them down and leave them bare. If you feel like your windows need a little something, natural grass shades or curtain panels offer a nice updated look and often pair great layered together as well.
Yellowed Ceilings, Outlets and Switch Plates
Yellow or creamy ceilings can really make a room feel dingy and old. Add to that light switches and out-
lets that have yellowed over time or came that way, make a space feel outdated, tired and potentially dirty. If you don’t feel comfortable replacing these on your own, hire a contractor to swap them all out for fresh bright white. It won’t cost a fortune and I promise the difference will amaze you. Painting your ceilings in a bright flat white will have huge impact on brightening your space and giving it a fresh, crisp updated feeling. Don’t forget your smoke detectors too, those yellow over time and is a clear indicator they probably no longer are working properly anyway. If you find you’d like help with any or all of these tips, we can help you. We have more window treatment options and hardware solutions than you can imagine and for all budgets too. Don’t hesitate giving us a call or stopping by our Stadium Drive shop to browse our options and talk it over. We welcome the challenge to help you brighten, refresh and update your outdated space. Julie Hite-Neilitz of HITE HOUSE Home Furnishings www.hite-house.com 6360 Stadium Drive
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medicating your dog or cat -some helpful tips
In a perfect world, our pets would always be healthy and we would never face the daunting prospect of giving medication to a reluctant fur-baby. Whether the medicine is needed for a simple issue or for a more serious problem, it is a good idea to have some ideas in your petparenting arsenal to deal safely and effectively with the task. Here are a few suggestions for giving medications to your pet, tailored to the type of pet and the kind of treatment needed.
Some tips for medicating a dog:
• Oral medications/pills: bribes are your best friend. Many dogs love treats such as hot dogs, cheese chunks or peanut butter. Hiding a pill in any of these tasty morsels can be a great way to get your canine friend to swallow the pill without tasting it. However, some dogs will manage to eat the treat and spit out the pill. In that case, another method is needed. • When bribing fails, a pill placer (looks like a big syringe) can be a useful option. Ask your vet to show you how to open the dog’s mouth and safely insert the pill. • Oral medications/liquids: use a
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syringe (without a needle) and insert the medicine inside the dog’s cheek along the side of the mouth rather than squirting the liquid into the center of his mouth. Be careful not to squirt the medication in a forceful way that might cause choking. • Your vet is always a good resource for guidance in administering medicine and there are also numerous helpful videos online demonstrating medication techniques. Give your pet a treat or other positive reinforcement to make taking medication as pleasant as possible.
A few tips for medicating a cat: • If the medication can be incorporated into food, try putting the liquid medication or smashed pill into a small amount of your cat’s favorite wet food. Be sure that the medication is well mixed in with the food and make sure that all of the food is eaten
so that the patient gets a full dose. • A very combative cat can be wrapped in a towel to keep his legs secured before placing liquid medication or a pill in his mouth. A pill placer, which holds a pill in a rubber tip and looks like a very large syringe, is useful for keeping your fingers safe while placing a pill in your cat’s mouth. • As with dogs, cats should be given liquid medication in the pocket of their cheek along the outside of the teeth rather then having the solution squirted into the center of the mouth, where it might cause choking. • Always consult with your vet for guidance on how to safely and effectively give your feline friend any prescribed medication. KAR August 2018 Newsletter Reprinted with permission from the Kalamazoo Animal Rescue. Karren Jensen
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The Popularity of
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Vintage seems to be more popular than ever these days. People of all ages are showing interest in vintage styles and trends, searching for those hard to find items, or even checking out reproduction vintage styles in the big box stores. Why is this? What is fueling this interest in vintage style? Of course there has always been a small subculture of people who have been dedicated to vintage beyond the recent craze, but there are a few different theories that help explain this modern day love of vintage style that has spread to the wider population. One theory is the rise of the internet. The internet has made it possible to see what everyday people and celebrities are wearing across the globe and has helped spread this vintage style trend. Fashion cycles are moving faster than ever, for example, making the ‘90s trends popular even though it wasn’t that long ago. A lot of people in their twenties now were kids in the 90’s, so they only know what this decade looks like from pictures or distant memories. This creates nostalgia, much like how some of us watched the sitcom “Happy Days” growing up in the 70’s and we’re attracted to
the ‘50s styles. There is a romance to looking at a decade you weren’t a part of and discovery what you love and what suits your style. It helps that we live in an age where people can shop true vintage at a wide variety of curated vintage stores, where in the past shoppers relied primarily on thrift stores. This makes the search for high quality and unique vintage easier for shoppers who are looking for hot trends and can’t or don’t want to spend a good amount of time thrifting. On the other hand, thrift store shopping is more popular and accepted than ever. If you love the search, you won’t mind spending time looking for that perfect vintage item, and there are many types of thrift stores to accommodate your search! People are learning how to wear vintage, and this has helped popularize the vintage trend too. This could be in part because of the internet and seeing what works for others, but also because people are seeing that anything goes. They’re not afraid to mix and match items from varied decades, using bold colors and patterns, and mixing new and old. It’s fashionable
to have fun and be bold. Wearing vintage that no one else owns gives the wearer a sense of individuality. It’s ok to be different, and that’s always the best kind of trend. Sustainability can also be a major influence for those who buy vintage. Many vintage items are of superior quality compared to the mass produced items of today. Fabrics, workmanship, location where the item was created and overall quality are all appreciated in a whole new way by today’s vintage shoppers. Even back in the ‘80s, they weren’t trying to bust out thousands of pants at one time. Those high waisted mom jeans everyone is wearing are holding up just fine. The dresses, suits and pants from the ‘50s are still beautiful today, tailored with fine details and created to last a lifetime. There was a lot more quality and care put into clothing back then. Now that mainstream stores are carrying vintage styles, just about anyone can do it, but there’s
nothing new that matches true vintage quality and style. The best part about the increased popularity in vintage is that it gives us the option for self-expression. Wearing vintage that no one else owns gives us a sense of individuality, which directly contrasts with the mass produced clothing. One of a kind vintage helps us find that item or outfit that fits our personality, our artistic style, and even our personal beliefs and values. It is easier to be gender neutral, wearing whatever items you like, not based on male or female labels and designs. None of that labeling matters, what matters is only what you love and how you decide to make it your own. It’s all about how you let your vintage love shine, so shine on vintage lovers! Jayne Gulliver Owner of J-Bird Vintage, 511 W. Vine, Kalamazoo
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In Search of our Super-Powers A Mother and Daughter Adventure Series The Freedom of Costumes look like a dog, anyway? Or a cat, or a princess, or a unicorn? These were the terrifying projects my daughters brought to my trembling hands. Why, oh why, does anyone want to look like something they are not? It has always been a mystery to me.
Jane: Halloween costumes terrify me. It’s not the gory images, the spooky drapery, or the “other” creatures that bother me—it’s the pressure of coming up with a costume that looks like what it is supposed to be. Years ago, under the pressure of tight finances and the
grade school costume parade, I did my best to sew a dog costume for Ellen. I failed. Everyone kept asking her if she was a monster. Ever since this experience, I’ve been terrified of costumes. Why would a little girl want to
Ellen: Around 3rd or 4th grade, my mom told me that I was in charge of making my own costumes and I haven’t looked back since. As a child, I was a milkmaid, Sherlock Holmes, and a computer virus (I got pretty creative). As an adult, my love of dressup and costumes has extended beyond Halloween to theme-parties and the yearly Renaissance Festivals I enjoy so much. I’ve built up a small but beloved trove of costume pieces that can be employed for various uses. Wearing costumes is freeing. There isn’t any pressure, and disguising myself as something “other” nurtures a part of my personality that doesn’t fit so well into my everyday life. I was discussing this recently with a friend who, after accompanying me for a day at the Renaissance Festival, immediately purchased her own costume online and made plans to join me again the following week.
“I’m hoping this helps me with my social anxiety,” she said. I agreed, not needing any explanation. How nice it is to appear as you wish with no fear of judgment. So embrace your inner spooky, or dramatic, or romantic, or sci-fi in an outer and other way. And if you aren’t a deft hand at sewing or creating, don’t worry, thrift stores and Amazon can help! Jane & Ellen Knuth
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Gilmore Car Museum receives grant from the Margaret Dunning Foundation
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Margaret: Margaret Dunning of Plymouth, Michigan at age 103 with her 1930 Packard 740 Roadster on the grounds of the Gilmore Car Museum (Image by Herip Associates, 2012)
Gilmore Car Museum has received a grant of $115,000 from the Margaret Dunning Foundation to support youth-centered exhibits. The funding will be used to design and fabricate a new exhibit pathway located throughout the Museum. Five new interactive exhibits will employ STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) core concepts with the goal of developing the next generation of car enthusiast. The new exhibits will merge history and science to help young visitors learn about the evolution and social impact of the automobile. “We are excited and extremely grateful to have received this grant from the Margaret Dunning Foundation,” said Chris Shires, Executive
Director of the Gilmore Car Museum. “Ms. Dunning was a true car enthusiast and believed in inspiring the next generation learners. These exhibits will support the Museum’s mission and fulfill her desire to serve young learners.” The exhibits will be designed by the Good Design Group, an award-winning, Michigan-based exhibit company and will feature the input of both students and teachers. Mary Burke, science specialist from the Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) will provide guidance and curriculum assistance. She will ensure the project aligns with state educational science and math standards for grades 6 through 12.
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I’ve recently been introduced to a wonderful non-profit in our community that enriches the lives of adults with developmental, physical, emotional and mental disabilities. SHALOM is the Hebrew word for Peace and is also the acronym for Self Help Alternative Living Opportunities of Michigan. The SHALOM mission is: Christian people working with caring communities to provide housing, social and educational opportunities. The SHALOM network has 7 homes, serving 40 residents, plus care providers and their families. Three homes are licensed AFC (Adult Foster Care) homes and four are selfdetermined, supported living homes. The homes are each managed by Christian care providers and operate as an extended family, giving residents a place to call home with the support they need. They envision adding to the network as like-minded homes and individuals connect. Shalom is people focused and community supported. The Shepherd’s Barn, Connection Depot Thrift Store, SHALOM Woolery and the Farm are all a means to serve those that they serve. The Shepherd’s Barn was bustling with activity when I stepped in to meet with the Executive Director, Keith Lohman. The group of SHLOM Woolery participants and their coaches were working on a variety of tasks and creating beautiful woolen wares including rugs, purses,
wall hangings, dryer balls and much more. The SHALOM Woolery is an exciting place for work and fun - enabling participants to grow as a whole person physically, mentally, socially and spiritually. One of the coaches, Alyssa, shared with me that they rely on just one sewing machine and would welcome a used sewing machine donation. Donated sheep, lamb or alpaca wool is also accepted and much appreciated. The success of the SHALOM Woolery has been remarkable for the participants. Unfortunately they have outgrown their present facility within the Shepherd’s Barn and can no longer accept any new members. However, there is a capital campaign underway to raise funds to build a separate facility and allow for more participants. They are presently keeping a waiting list for the day they are able to open the new building. The SHALOM Farm is a busy place where participants help with animal care, gardening, Maple syrup and fruit. The farm has sheep, chickens, ducks, goats, rabbits and alpaca, plus a farm cat, named Moses. The Connection Depot Thrift Store enables many network residents, friends and community folks to work together – which is entirely the point! There are many new relationships formed through those that volunteer, shop and donate. The store is also a place to sell the goods they produce through the SHALOM Woolery and
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farm products, including farm fresh brown eggs for only $2.50/dozen. The store is open every Friday and Saturday from 9am-3pm at 6276 N. Riverview Drive, just North of Parchment. SHALOM is volunteer driven and depends on the interest and generosity of the community. They are thankful to the many people that invest in their mission each week. They do so though hours of work along with lots of fun working in the thrift store, the SHALOM Woolery and on the farm. Others give financially or through donations to the store. Please visit SHALOM during their
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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/LocalHandprint, Instagram: Local_Handprint. In the spring of 2015 Ben and Sarah bought a piece of property and began to build their farm, Soil Friends, from the ground up, with a mission to feed their family, as well as ours! They farm without the use of chemicals, through a regenerative agricultural system that maintains a commitment of giving back to both land and community, while providing nutrient dense food that bursts with flavor and goodness! Their farm, located at 1701 N. 33rd Street in Galesburg, is considered a hidden gem, where folks can shop delicious produce at their market,
have a seat and enjoy fresh chips and salsa, and new this year, hard ciders and homemade donuts on the farm. Oh, we hear there is also goat yoga! Along with their market stand at the farm, you an also join their CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture), a model of agriculture where a community of individuals pledge support to the farm with both growers and consumers providing mutual support and share the risks and benefits of food production. You can learn more at www. soilfriends.com Fall is here. Plan a trip out to the farm and learn more about supporting the farmers in our community. Melissa Al-Azzawi
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parenting natural consequences Life is about challenges and overcoming them, don’t you agree? From our first hours on the planet, we struggle to communicate our needs, we overcome challenges to learn to walk and run, and sometimes we fall. Overcom-
ing a challenge has a natural consequence: success and/or learning. Newton’s third law in physics, for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction [consequence], applies to life as well. But its complicated. Parents must decide when to let natural consequences teach and guide our children’s actions and when we need to impose ‘natural’ consequences ourselves. Let’s be clear: consequences are never meant to be a punishment, rather they are meant to model appropriate social behavior, to let our kiddos know when they are ‘off course,’ and to steer them back in a good direction. A recent teacher’s blog (you might have heard about) https://www. weareteachers.com/lawnmowerparents/ coined the expression “lawnmower parents are the new helicopter parents.” In her definition, these are parents who, in all good consciousness, want to ‘mow’ the path for their children, smooth-
ing out rough patches and obstacles so their children don’t struggle. But what’s wrong with obstacles? Why not struggle? I know you have experienced a parent who runs forgotten homework or lunch to school, that pick up after their child and clean their room, who blames a teacher or a coach when a child (or the parent) really is to blame, or a parent who cannot leave when their child cries at preschool. This reminds me of a story of a man who was distressed watching a butterfly struggle to come out of its cocoon, so he cut the cocoon and ‘helped’ the butterfly out, only to watch the butterfly never fly and quickly die. Butterflies struggle out of their cocoon to clean their wings
so that they can fly. Just like butterflies, there is a reason why children must struggle, so they too can fly! Children learn through mistakes, challenges, and struggles – natural consequences - to be self-reliant, analytical thinkers, to solve problems, and frankly, to be good adults. Consequences are everywhere – for everything. Consequences motivate us to do certain things a certain way, if only to avoid the consequences. They are challenges and struggles but learning opportunities as well. What does your child learn if you do their chores, where is the struggle? Providing clear expectations and identifying consequences often helps, like, “Feel free to watch your favorite
show after you have emptied and loaded the dishwasher.” Imposed natural consequences look like, “Wow, your cell phone is getting in the way of you finishing your homework/chores etc. I’ll keep it for you until you are finished to help you get done.” Mowing a smooth, struggle-free path takes considerable parenting energy and time but doesn’t produce the results you are hoping. Instead, letting kiddos be butterflies – struggling a bit to enter life – is a true gift a parent can give. Dr. Susan Carter is a child psychologist, play therapist, and parent consultant in private practice in Kalamazoo, MI.
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Recipes Soft, sweet, juicy and incredibly delicious, pears are a true treat, especially now when they are fresh from being harvested. Once called the “gift of the gods” by Homer - author of the Odyssey pears are just as good for you, too! Naturally high in vitamins C and K, as well as nutrients such as copper— all of which act as antioxidants to protect our cells from damage from free radicals, one pear contains up to 11 percent of our daily recommended intake of vitamin C and 9.5 percent of our daily recommended intake of copper.
Feel Pear-fect! Pears are also said to have more nutrients per calorie than calorie per nutrient, making them well worth packing into your day. Offering an excellent source of fiber, which studies have shown can lower levels of bad cholesterol by binding to bile salts and carry them out of the body, pears can help us improve our health. Eating pears can also reduce risk of stroke by up to 50 percent – HELLO - and can protect us from varying types of cancer because the fiber in pears also binds to and helps remove cancer-causing chemicals in the colon. Studies have also shown that eating
fiber-rich foods can reduce risk of breast cancer by 34 percent in postmenopausal women as well. One interesting tidbit about pears is that they are less likely than other fruit to produce an allergic response when eaten. For this reason, pears are generally considered safe and are often one of the first fruits given to infants. Offering a low glycemic index, pears also make a smart snack for those with diabetes. The bloodstream slowly absorbs a pear’s carbs (just about 26 grams per pear), preventing a spike in blood sugar and helping to control blood glucose levels. One thing to remember is that pears
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ripen from the inside out so, to tell if your pear is ready to eat, apply a gentle pressure to the neck and, for maximum health benefits, eat pears with the skin left on. Due to bruising issues, most pears are sold under ripe. To ripen, simply place in a paper bag and leave on the counter until neck gives to slight pressure. Here now are some pleasing ways to add pears to any meal or event this fall – ENJOY!
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Perfect Pear Bites 1/3-cup walnuts 1-tablespoon sugar 2 ounces goat cheese 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh chives 1-teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 1 pear, cored Pinch black pepper, optional In a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, toss walnuts and oil,
stirring constantly for 2 to 3 minutes or until toasted. Add sugar then continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute or until sugar caramelizes and coats walnuts. Transfer to a bowl, stir for one minute then, using a fork, break walnuts into smaller pieces then set aside. In a medium bowl, combine cheese, chives, and thyme. Stir until well combined. Wash and dry pear then, using an apple corer, remove only the core from the pear. Turn pear on
its side then cut into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place rounds on a serving plate then spread with goat cheese mixture and sprinkle with candied walnuts. Season with a dash of pepper, if desired. Servings per recipe: 2. Nutrition per serving: Calories 192; Fat 13g; Sodium 60 mg; Potassium 143 mg; Magnesium 34 mg; Carbohydrates 12g; Fiber 3g; Sugar 7g; Protein 7g.
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2 tablespoons solid coconut oil 2 ounces cream cheese 1/2-cup flour, plus more for dusting 1/2-cup sugar, divided use 1/8-teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 ripe pear 1/8-teaspoon ground Saigon cinnamon Preheat oven to 400 degrees and move rack to center. Line a pizza pan with parchment paper and set aside. In a bowl of a food processor or by hand, combine the coconut oil and cheese thoroughly. Add flour, 1/4 cup of sugar and salt then blend until a sticky dough is formed. Use a spatula to remove dough and place in the center of the pizza pan. Cover with a sheet of wax paper then use your hands to spread dough out evenly to create a flat 8-inch circle. Set aside. In a medium bowl,
combine lemon juice and 1/8-cup sugar and set aside. Cut pear into quarters and core then, using a mandolin or sharp knife, slice pear, cutting lengthwise with skin on, into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place pear pieces directly into lemon-sugar mixture, coating them well. Once all the pear slices are coated in the lemon sugar mixture arrange the pear slices around the dough in a fan-like, lengthwise position, overlapping each other just slightly. Place the remaining pieces in the center. Sprinkle the tart with cinnamon then place in oven and bake until golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and serve warm. Servings per recipe: 4. Nutrition per serving: Calories 250; Fat 14g; Sodium 140 mg; Potassium 75 mg; Magnesium 7 mg; Carbohydrates 26g; Fiber 2g; Sugar 15g; Protein 2g.
1 tablespoon avocado oil 1 sweet onion, sliced strips 1 pear, ripe, cored and sliced 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 1 flour tortilla 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Place pizza stone in oven – or a pizza pan – then preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a heavy skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat, combine oil and onions and cook, stirring, until they begin to
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caramelize, about 10 minutes. Add pears and cook, stirring, for 2 more minutes then add vinegar, walnuts and pepper and stir. Spread mixture evenly across tortilla then top with feta cheese. Open oven and place on pizza stone or pan and bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges of tortilla crisp up. Servings per recipe: 2. Nutrition per serving: Calories 390; Fat 23g; Sodium 438 mg; Potassium 400 mg; Magnesium 51 mg; Carbohydrates 37g; Fiber 5g; Sugar 7g; Protein 10g.
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Last month this article dealt with type 2 diabetes, particularly as to how it impacts women’s health. This month, we’ll talk about osteoporosis. It’s an age-related disease associated with the breakdown, thinning and softening of bones. The changes in the bone structure reduce bone strength and lead to low bone density, increasing the risk of fracture. Ultimately 1 in every 2 Caucasian women will experience an osteoporosis-related fracture in her lifetime. That’s 50%! What are the factors that increases a woman’s risk for osteoporosis? Here they are: Postmenopausal. A drop in estrogen levels can cause rapid bone loss. Being Mexican-American, AsianAmerican or white. Women in these
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body weight, poor nutrition or a restricted diet can weaken bones. Amenorrhea. Having no menstrual cycle for 3 months or more suggests that women are lacking estrogen. Smoking. Frequent and large amounts of smoking can diminish bone mass. Excessive consumption of alcohol. Overconsumption of alcohol has been shown to increase bone mineral loss and exacerbate the risk of falling, leading to bone breaks. Certain medications. Medicines that are used to treat chronic health problems like arthritis, asthma, lupus, and thyroid disease can impair bone health. There is ample research that shows weight-bearing activity is particularly central to building bone mass and helping prevent bone loss in women of all ages. In fact, osteoporosis prevention programs are recommended for teenagers because girls develop 90% of their bone mass by age 18. So, what is weight-bearing exercise? It can be as simple as standing versus sitting. Standing puts the full weight of our body on our legs. One of the advantages of a standing desk is it promotes more weight bearing exercise. Many household chores, such as carrying groceries, can be classified as weight-bearing. Those gallon jugs of milk weigh almost 10 pounds. Gardening is an excellent way of including weight-bearing activity into your weekly routine. (Plus, you
get tomatoes!) Climbing stairs instead of taking an elevator is another nocost strategy. Also, try standing on one foot when you’re at the kitchen counter preparing a meal. This one is a Two-Fer, you get weight bearing exercise and balance training all in one activity. For some women, spending time at a gym is the answer. They just need to change their environment in order to concentrate on exercise and not be distracted with challenges of the household or office environment. I’m aware that the thought of joining a gym may be intimidating and joining an exercise class may be even more so. But I have to tell you that joining a gym and participating in a class has some real benefit. First, you work harder in a class than you do on your own. Second, there is an instructor who can monitor your form so you don’t injure yourself. This is important for weight bearing exercise. And third, you may make some new friends. The evidence could not be more clear: weight bearing exercise is essential to addressing bone-loss issues in women. Experiments have repeatedly shown that women who have incorporated weight-bearing exercise into their lifestyles have made superior progress versus those that did not. Till next time, Ken Dettloff ACE Certified Personal Trainer
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HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS
“What the mind can conceive and believe, and the heart desire, you can achieve.” Norman Vincent Peale When you have an imaginative name like Kalamazoo, it doesn’t matter that you are the halfway point between Detroit and Chicago…you ARE the halfway point - A destination unlike no other and worthy of artistic praise. Kalamazoo, a name like that with its raw charisma and romantic edginess demands to be noticed, wondered about and remembered. Did you know: Kalamazoo has a long history of invention, creativity and innovation including just the right amount of eccentricity. It’s quirky and unusual firsts, a city that continually strives to re-invent itself. From windmills, cigars, stoves, celery, paper, buggies, mint, fishing, automobiles and corsets to free college, outdoor mall, dissolvable pill, tennis, dog registry, bedding plants, guitars, breweries, education, healthcare, the arts and much more. Kalamazoo I love you, we love you and so glad to call you home or have you in our back yard. Kalamazoo: Creative life, creative living, creative name. It’s having choices, mixed in with happy chances. What’s in a name and do we live where we live by choice or by chance? Kalamazoo is made up of 22 distinct
neighborhoods, each with its own style, personality & unique characteristics. I have lived in the same Kzoo neighborhood for over 20 years. From architecture to diversity, Kalamazoo is a cool place to live & call home! This is the time of year that I get all nostalgic about this town. To me, October represents change and as George Eliot has quoted: “It is never too late to be what you might have been.” Like Kalamazoo, I try to mimic it’s way of thinking…keep changing, keep moving forward, keep learning and experimenting but appreciate and never forget the past. Stay humble. Each experience is how we become who we are and who we are meant to be. There is room in this town for your desires, your creativity, and your purpose. Keep the plot moving, start a new chapter, push your own limits, keep it fresh, make
it memorable and by the way…like a favorite coat, Kalamazoo looks really good on you! When you live the life you were meant to live and inspiration is the ultimate tool, then the mark you make and leave behind for the rest of us to enjoy is pure magic. Oh and you should know, I had planned on this article being about artful collections but I got off on a little tangent. See, change can be good. What I originally thought I was going to write about, took a detour and we all wound up here. My love for this town is undeniable and my home has many Kalamazoo trinkets, memorabilia & handmade items purposely placed within. My beloved tote bags surely get used when I’m out and about and tend to
spark great conversations. It’s these types of things that tell a story about you, where you live, what you love and truly…that home is where the heART is! Your comments, questions and photos are always welcomed and greatly appreciated! Email me at: bridgetfoxkzoo@gmail.com Or find me on: https://www.instagram.com/ bridgetfoxkzoo https://www.facebook.com/ bridgetfoxkzoo To be continued…
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Harmful Lake Erie Algae Bloom
I am sure you have heard the news about the Lake Erie algal blooms, but it all seems to be quite confusing. Let’s break it down a bit... First of all, algae is not inherently bad. In fact, algae is part of a diverse and healthy ecosystem. The problem that we have in Lake Erie is that we have TOO MUCH algae, more specifically, too much blue-green algae (cyanobacteria). Cyanobacteria is not “typical algae,” like a moss or seaweed, it’s a bacteria. Cyanobacteria produce cyanotoxins, which create the toxic algae blooms in Lake Erie. These toxins lead to boil advisories and “do-not-drink” warnings.
Cyanobacteria are usually kept in check by a lack of nutrients. However, if nutrients are put into the lake, the bacteria population is allowed to grow exponentially. Phosphorus is the major nutrient that causes the Lake Erie algal blooms, but there are two different kinds of phosphorus: dissolved and particulate. Particulate phosphorus is bound to soil or sediment while dissolved phosphorus floats around freely in water. Dissolved phosphorus is more easily accessible to the cyanobacteria. Therefore, when it comes to algal blooms, controlling dissolved phosphorus is crucial.
Where does dissolved phosphorus come from? While there are some inputs from urban areas and point source pollution, the vast majority of dissolved phosphorus comes from non-point source agricultural lands. High runoff, caused by dry soils, tile drains (drain pipes buried beneath fields to lower the water table), and other soil health factors and agricultural practices, increase the amount of fertilizer, including dissolved phosphorus, that makes its way into the rivers that feed into Lake Erie. To combat the algal blooms in Lake Erie, scientists, politicians, and citizens are working together to
understand the blooms’ causes and effects, as well as preventive measures. The implementation of effective conservation practices on agricultural lands will have the most profound impact on algal bloom management and prevention. If you or someone you know would like to determine the best management practices for their farm, visit the USDA’s NRCS website for more information. For more general information on the Lake Erie algal blooms, visit www. lakeeriealgae.com. Judy Smith Heidelberg University Student
NEW KALAMAZOO COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER UNDER CONSTRUCTION
On Wednesday, September 5, 2018 Kalamazoo County held the ground breaking ceremony for the new Kalamazoo County Animal Shelter.
The Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners approved the project on July 17, 2018 and Cornerstone Construction has work well underway. Kalamazoo County Vice Chairperson Dale Shugars kicked off the ceremony by thanking his fellow Commissioners, the Animal Services Advisory Board and County Staff for all working to make the project a
reality. Sue Brodasky, Chairperson of the Kalamazoo County Animal Services Board stated that she joined the Animal Services Advisory Board in 2006 and building a new shelter had already been a topic of conversation. This project is overdue, but it is with great pride and a true sense of accomplishment that it is being realized today. Brodasky congratulated the staff, volunteers, and County Commissioners for a job well done realizing this much needed enhancement for Kalamazoo County. The existing Kalamazoo County Animal Shelter is just over 6,000 square feet and was constructed over 33 years ago. The current facility is
lacking in many areas especially considering that Animal Services houses over 3,000 animals per year. The current shelter has small stacked cages for animals, lacks sanitary surfaces, has poor air handling, and is no longer meeting the needs of the animals or residents of Kalamazoo County. The new shelter already under construction will be 15,552 square feet and will have capacity for up to 106 dogs and 74 cats. The new facility will place emphasis on the health and care of the animals and will have the capacity to maximize adoption services with a wing that is solely dedicated for this purpose. Some of the new services that the shelter will provide include a veterinary exam and treatment room, a food preparation room, a grooming room, meet
and greet adoption rooms, outdoor walking and exercise areas, and two group cat rooms. “The designed upgrades of the building will greatly improve the health and care of the animals housed in the shelter,” stated Steve Lawrence, the Director of Kalamazoo County Animal Services and Enforcement. “We are also excited about having facilities dedicated for adoption and are looking forward to helping healthy animals find their forever home.” The new Animal Shelter will be located at 1316 Lamont Avenue. The project budget is $5,000,000 and construction will be completed in July of 2019.
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Through December 9 Exhibit: Frank Lloyd Wright: Architecture Of The Interior, 373-7990 Kalamazoo Valley Museum Through January 6 Exhibit: Bikes: Science On Two Wheels Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 373-7990 Monday, October 1 Book Group at Parchment Library, 6pm Horse Dancer by JoJo Moyes, 343-7747 Tues.&Wed., Oct. 2,3,9,10,16,17, 23,24,30,31 Kalamazoo Indoor Flea Market Kalamazoo County Expo Center 8:30am-2pm, 383-8778 Tuesday, October 2 22nd Annual Senior & Caregiver Expo Kalamazoo County Expo Center 9am-3pm, 373-5147 Tuesday, October 2 Talk: Alliance of Kalamazoo Artists Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon-1pm, 349-7775 Tuesday, October 2 Workshop: Disability & Employment Disability Network Southwest Michigan 3-4:30pm, 345-1516,x120,dnswm.org Tuesday, October 2 & 16 Thread & Yarn Club @ Parchment Library 3-5pm, 343-7747 Tuesdays, October 2,9,16,23,30 Learn Tibetan Buddhist Meditation The People’s Church, Kalamazoo 7-8:30pm, 944-1575
Friday, October 5 Memory Café-Gathering of individuals With memory loss & their caretakers Paw Paw District Library 10:30am-Noon, 657-3800
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Wednesday, October 10 Project Connect – free health/vision Screenings, dental cleanings & more for Kal. County Res. Kalamazoo County Expo Center Noon-4pm, 373-5163
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Friday, October 5 Music: Buckley Blues @ Boatyard Brewing Co., 6-9pm, 226-0300
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Thursday, October 18 Dessert with Discussion: Spartan Barley Kellogg Biological Station, Augusta 7-9pm, 671-2015
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Friday, October 12 Talk: Art Fair Applications, 5:30-7pm Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 349-7775
Friday, October 19 Music: Dow Family Band @ Boatyard Brewing Co., 6:30-9:30, 226-0300
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Friday, October 12 Music: Tony Fields & Doug Decker The Dock at Bayview, 9pm-1am
Saturday, October 20 Sensory Saturday Family Performance: Papa Crow, 11am, 373-7990 Kalamazoo Valley Museum
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Saturday, October 13 Craft Fair @ Kalamazoo County Expo Ctr. 9am-3pm, 903-5820 Saturday, October 13 Art Detectives: Traditions/Tradiciones For ages 4-8 with adult, 10:30am-Noon Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 349-7775 Saturday, October 13 Author Lurie Keller: Potato Pants! This is a bookstore, 11am-noon Saturday, October 13 Chemistry in Outer Space Kalamazoo Valley Museum Noon-4pm, 373-7990
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Sunday, October 21 Mindfulness Meditation @ Down Dog Yoga Center, 1-3pm, 993-2486 Tuesday, October 23 Talk: Japanese Contemporary Ceramics Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon-1pm, 349-7775 Tuesday, October 23 Advance Care Planning Workshop Portage Senior Center 6-7pm, Register: 329-4555 Wednesday, October 24 GLAMA Jam Boatyard Brewing, 7-9pm, 226-0300 Thursday, October 25 Music: Bog Road @ O’Duffy’s Pub 8-10pm, 344-5666
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Sunday, October 14 Kalamazoo Record & CD Show Kalamazoo County Expo Center 11am-4pm, (734) 604-2540
Sundays, October 7,14,21,28 Portage Farmers Market 7900 S. Westnedge Ave., 10am-2pm
Sunday, October 14 Talk: Kalamazoo Goes Green! 1:30pm Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 373-7990
Saturday, October 27 Safe Halloween in Bronson Park 11am-1pm, 337-8191
Sunday, October 7 Vintage in the Zoo Market Kalamazoo Farmer’s Market site 11am-4pm, 303-5169
Sunday, October 14 Music: Stringers & Singers, 2pm Parchment Library, 343-7747
Saturday, October 27 Ghoulish Transportation 11-4pm Ghoulish Planetarium Shows 11-4:30pm Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 373-7990
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Wednesday, October 17 Music: Out of Favor Boys O’Duffy’s Pub, 8-10pm, 344-5666
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Sunday, October 28 The Sins of Kalamazoo: Murderers And Fallen Women, 1:30pm Kalamazoo Valley Museum, 373-7990 Tuesday, October 30 Video: Who’s Afraid of Conceptual Art? Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Noon-1pm, 349-7775 Tuesday, October 30 Talk: Nikole Hannah-Jones - “Race, Education and Housing in America WMU Miller Auditorium 6-7:30pm, RSVP: kzcf.eventbrite.com
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