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Established 2011 Publisher Scot Morrissey Vice president of sales Kevin Clark Editor Joel Kight Advertising support/workflow manager Ashley Thompson Designer Amanda Jones Copy editor Bill Stewart Contributing writers Joe Reisigl Chris Starrs Charity Robertson HIlary Butschek Andrew Shearer Contributing photographers Jonathan Roark Blane Marable Account executives Tom Bennewitz Laura Jackson Joshua Lyon Alicia Goss Hayley DeBell thrive 1 Press Place, Athens GA 30601 Mailing address P.O. Box 912, Athens, GA 30601 Advertising: (706) 208-2300 Editorial: (706) 208-2308 Copyright 2016 Athens Banner-Herald
letter from the editor You hold in your hand the final issue of Thrive. Don’t be sad. It’s the not the end but rather the beginning. We all have one thing in common: we are getting older. No one can escape it. The only thing you can do is find a way to enjoy your life by staying healthy, fit and active. With improvements in science, technology and medicine, humans are living longer than ever before. As we evolve, so must this magazine. I’d like to introduce What’s Next? What’s Next? is not just a magazine. It is more. We are asking the question What’s Next? for everyone over the age of 55 and those who will eventually reach this age. Once one passes 55, activities, fitness, health and life in general changes. If only there was a handbook or a guide to accompany you on this journey into the
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Are superfoods as good as advertised?
6 It’s that time of year
Find out how to tailgate comfortably
8 The fight against breast cancer Local cancer care center is on the cutting edge
10 Detection is the key to survival St. Mary’s offers 3D mammography
5 places in Athens to get dinner for a great price, at an earlier time
14 Hands on care
Medical students spend less time in lectures and more learning patient care
15 Cutting edge technology in women’s healthcare
AthensOBGYN opened in 1950 and still tops in patient care
18 Health and Technology
New app for in-flight emergencies
I hope to see you there, Joel Kight Editor, Thrive Magazine and What’s Next?
what’s inside?
4 Super superfoods?
12 Early bird gets the best worm
unknown. Now, there is. What’s Next? is an activity guide, a look at healthy life and a way to connect to others. Athens is considered one of the top places to retire in the country. There’s plenty to do, plenty to see and opportunities for retirees. Not only will we publish an activity guide twice a year (Fall and Spring), we will give you updates in the Athens Banner-Herald once a month and hold events to introduce (or reintroduce) you to your community. This issue of Thrive is our introduction to What’s Next? We are giving you a sample of what to expect. Remember, this is just the beginning. Our first event is October 4 at the Athens Area Council on Aging.
20 Treatment doesn’t have to be just prescriptions
Physical therapy is a great way to manage chronic pain
25 What’s Next? For the active senior
Exclusive introduction to our new guide for adults 55 and older
27 Making Athens Home
Successful couple decides to retire in Athens
29 Art show at The Georgia Club
African artist displays work at benefit
33 Netflix can be your friend
5 movies you need to watch on Netflix
35 A trip to the movie theater 5 movies you don’t want to miss
36 New life, new hobby
Retired United Way director shares her after-work life
37 Choices of faith
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Foods commonly branded as superfoods include blueberries, chia seeds, spinach, almonds and cranberries, but dieticians don’t recognize the term. Photo by Hilary Butschek
Superfoods not all they’re cracked up to be by: Hilary Butschek
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ietitians have bad news for anyone looking for a quick solution to losing weight — there isn’t one. Although popular blogs and websites tout the power of superfoods, dietitians don’t believe in the term. The word is not used or endorsed by dietitians, said Alison Berg, assistant professor and extension nutrition and health specialist at the University of Georgia. “There’s really no true definition or standard for superfoods,” Berg said. That means there’s no way to measure just how beneficial superfoods are compared to regular fruits and vegetables. Berg doesn’t disagree that popular superfoods like blueberries are very healthy. However, it’s impossible to measure the value of eating a superfood against eating other foods. “It’s sort of in the eye of the beholder,” she said. “The term itself is more of a pop culture kind of thing.” Different lists published by various sources include a wide range of so-called superfoods. Things like blueberries, almonds and spinach often make the list but other more exotic foods are sometimes included. “If you’re seeing them pop up in several of the lists, I’d say that’s a good indication,” Berg said. For instance, blueberries 4
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are a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants, Berg said. “The total antioxidant content of them is still being determined, and it will depend on where they’re grown, how much sun they got that year and other factors,” Berg said. The consumer can never be sure of the nutrient content of each batch of fruit or vegetables because it depends in large part on the conditions the food was grown and harvested in. So, instead of focusing on procuring superfoods, Berg recommends eating a well-rounded diet. “These same antioxidants can be found in other foods that are more common,” Berg said. Eat the recommended two cups of fruit and two-and-a-half cups of vegetables every day, she said. Take note, Berg said, that many foods designated as superfoods have deep colors. “The pigments are a sign of the nutrient content, so trying to look for foods with a variety of color can be a good sign that you’re getting the nutrients you need in your diet,” Berg said. One benefit of the superfood trend is it encouraged many people to try new foods and think about the level of nutrients in each new addition to a plate. In the end, Berg said, dietitians recommend finding a variety of fruits and veggies you love and eating them often.
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ways to make tailgating more comfortable
People from South Georgia tailgate before the Georgia vs. South Carolina game last year. Submitted Photo
If you are a regular, you already have tickets to the Bulldogs’ six home games and you are getting your gear out and ready. For those of you who have not ventured into the fray, or think that it is only for party-hearty undergrads, it’s time to become part of the tradition. Here are five ways to make the experience more comfortable for the not so young, but young at heart who want to tailgate this season.
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Reserve your parking: Unless you want to get up before sunrise to reserve a spot at 7 a.m., it might be best to reserve a parking spot. National Parking Solutions, formerly Prestige Parking, still have spots available for $20 to $30. Along Milledge, some businesses and churches charge from $10 to $20 for parking. If you are handicapped, UGA advises that you park for free at the East Campus Parking Deck. There is designated handicapped parking there and a free shuttle to the stadium area. Comfortable Seating: Unless you own your own spot at Tailgate Station, your time will be more enjoyable if you have comfortable seating. You might want to get your own folding sofa that folds into the size of a suitcase, or if you like to lounge hammock style, you can get chairs that are mounted on your trailer hitch. Go to a family-friendly area: I In recent years, Georgia Center, at the corner of Carlton Street and Sanford Drive, across from Stegeman Coliseum, has been a favorite for family-friendly tailgating. Go with a friend, family or group: Experiences like tailgating can be fun for anyone, even if you visit solo, and you will be welcomed with Bulldog fan hospitality at other tailgates as long as you have something to share. But tailgating is most fun experienced with friends and family. It is an institution that classmates, colleagues, friends and family have been enjoying for years and if you are not part of the tradition, maybe it’s time to start. Be Safe: The UGA tailgating experience draws huge crowds and this requires some common sense when it comes to safety. Traveling in pairs is recommended and consider securing valuables or leaving them at home. Be aware of your surroundings, and it might be a good idea to wait, rather than wade into massive crowds entering or exiting areas.
Try these healthy tailgating recipes> 2lbs chicken tenderloins 1/4 cup honey 2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce 2 Tbsp teriyaki sauce 1 Tbsp sesame oil 3 Scallions, chopped 2 Tbsp minced garlic 1/2 Tbsp Sesame Seeds Wooden Skewers
1. Heat oven to 350 F 2. Place wooden skewers in a baking dish with enough water to cover, then set aside. 3. Rinse chicken and remove excess fat. Place on paper towels, to dry. 4. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce and sesame oil. 5. Add chicken, minced garlic and chopped scallion and let sit for 10 minutes. 6. After marinating, weave each tenderloin onto a skewer and set on a parchment-lined baking sheet. 7. Bake for 15 minutes, serve and enjoy! Try it with these Sweet Potato Fries
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1x3-inch wedges 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp sea salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
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Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
1. Heat Oven to 425F. 2. Whisk together brown sugar, sea salt, cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice and set aside. 3. In a large mixing bowl, toss potato wedges with vegetable oil. Strain off excess oil and discard. 4. Sprinkle dry mixture over potatoes and
toss again. 5. Bake on parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes. Serve with Creamy Vanilla Dip Stir together 1 C vanilla Greek Yogurt, 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup, 1Tbsp ground cinnamon, and chill
The fight against breast cancer by: Chris Starrs There’s little question that everyone in America has been affected in one way or another by breast cancer. BreastCancer.org reports that one in eight women living in the United States will develop breast cancer and some 245,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed this year. And while death rates have fallen significantly in the last 25 years, the sad news is that more than 40,000 women die each year from the disease. Fortunately for those affected by the disease, the fight against breast cancer continues at an intense rate, and the doctors and staff at University Cancer & Blood Center have proven to be diligent and passionate warriors in the battle. ‘Personalized treatment at its best’ University Cancer & Blood Center maintains pace with the latest in cancerfighting treatments, and the doctors and staff also well understand that they’re not just dealing with a disease but they’re also dealing with the individuals who have the disease. “Even though there is a high incidence of breast cancer in women, it is still very treatable and curable if caught early,” Cynthia Shepherd, MD, says. “Our treatment recommendations have advanced. We have molecular techniques that test the tumor type in women with early stage breast cancer and decide if chemotherapy is necessary. “Not only is breast cancer very treatable, but we’re also advancing in our knowledge of which patients can benefit from having less treatment in regard to chemotherapy.” One of the many ways University Cancer & Blood Center serves it’s patients is through clinical trials, which offer 8
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patients the newest, most advanced cancer treatments. (“Personalized treatment at its best,” Shepherd says) and, perhaps just as importantly, offer hope to those who might think their situation is hopeless. Clinical trials offer patients the chance to be treated with a new drug that would otherwise not be accessible for years to come. The Conquer Cancer Foundation and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) awarded University Cancer & Blood Center’s Clinical Research Department with the Clinical Trials Participation Award, which recognizes quality in community based clinical research sites. This is a high honor and University Cancer & Blood Center is only the second practice in Georgia to receive this recognition. “Our clinical trial department is one of the best in the state of Georgia, and a number of our clinical trials are in breast cancer,” Shepherd says. “In our clinical trials here, we offer patients standard of care with the possibility of getting above or beyond standard of care.” For advanced stage disease, University Cancer & Blood Center tests the patient’s tumor to determine the tumor genomic profile that then helps them make treatment decisions by identifying the molecular growth drivers of their cancer. Should
ABOVE: University Cancer and Blood Center located 3320 Old Jefferson Road, Building 700 Athens, GA 30607. Photo by John Roark | Thrive Magazine a patient have one of these molecular drivers, they would be a potential candidate for one University Cancer & Blood Center’s many trials using targeted therapies which is often referred to as “personalized medicine” because these drugs shut off tumor growth and have less side effects compared to standard chemotherapy. Above or beyond standard of care Shepherd is quick to point out that University Cancer & Blood Center’s clinical trials often complement chemotherapy treatments.
New 3D mammography machines can help detect breast cancer early by: Chris Starrs
When a woman receives a “callback” request from the hospital after a mammogram, the time between the first and second procedure can seem like an eternity. “When you call someone back, it’s because of something we can’t rule out on a typical screening mammogram,” Jeff Brown, system director for radiology and cardiovascular services for St. Mary’s Hospital, says. “When someone is called back for additional views the fear factor kicks in right away. They think there’s a callback because they have cancer. “Usually, people are called back for a closer evaluation and there’s nothing wrong but we need to take a better look. But that patient has to wait a few days and is scared to death.” Since St. Mary’s acquired a 3-dimensional mammogram machine late last year, callbacks have decreased significantly. Studies show that 3D mammography reduces the callback rate by some 37 percent and decreases the unnecessary biopsy rate by 11 percent. The latest advancement in the fight against breast cancer, 3D mammography utilizes high-powered computers to capture multiple images of the breast, decreasing superimposition of normal structures for better breast tissue visualization and evaluation. “I feel confident that as more time goes on, we’ll see our unnecessary callbacks continue to drop,” Brown says. Better results in screening and diagnosis And perhaps even more importantly, the hospital’s ability to detect breast cancer is now more efficient and quicker. “The biggest kicker is we’re seeing an increase in invasive cancer detection, and that’s huge,” Brown says. “In any cancer, the sooner you find something, the better your chances of surviving.” Brown says that a patient recently had a 3D mammogram at St. Mary’s and it was determined she had cancer and that 2-dimensional imaging would have never detected it. “We were able to get treatment for this patient very quickly,” he says. “Had it been missed, it could have been several more months – or even a year – before she became symptomatic. And then where would we be? We might have had a different outcome, but thanks to 3D, she’s going to have a better outcome.” “We’ve had several stories like that,” Page Meadow, St. Mary’s mammography department manager, adds. “We’ve had several patients where we’ve found cancers on that we would have never, ever seen on a traditional mammogram.” In addition to St. Mary’s main campus on Baxter Street, 3D mammography is available at the OP Imaging Center on Daniells Bridge Road, St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital in Lavonia and St. Mary’s Good Samaritan Hospital in Greensboro. 10
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St. Mary’s Hologic Dimensions 3-D mammography machine. Photo by John Roark | Thrive Magazine St. Mary’s was outfitted last November, while the OP Imaging Center received its hardware in December, Sacred Heart’s installation was in early 2016 and Good Samaritan came on board in May. “Both of our local hospitals have the ability to do 3D mammography now,” Cynthia Shepherd, MD, of University Cancer & Blood Center in Athens, says. “It enables them to visualize dense breast tissue much better. It’s helping our detection rate and also decreasing the false-positive rate – or callback rate – for mammograms. They can actually see better and know if it’s real or not.” “This has been the biggest breakthrough in breast health since 2006 or 2007, when Breast MRI started becoming popular,” Brown says.
‘I knew we were on to something’ When 3D mammogram technology was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for screening and diagnosis in 2011, Brown says he first cast his eye on bringing the service to St. Mary’s. “Usually, big research centers are the first to get this sort of new technology,” Brown says. “I’d been watching the literature and paperwork and wanted to see if the research centers were seeing the results that the vendors said they were going to get…When I first heard about this, it piqued my interest quickly and once I started seeing data come out from research centers like Johns Hopkins and Duke University and the Mayo Clinic and Emory and I started seeing their results, I knew we were on to something.” And while 3D mammogram equipment can cost up to $450,000, Brown says St. Mary’s is determined not to charge their patients more for its use. “Our mission is to make sure we’re bringing the best technology to all the communities we serve,” he says. “As part of our core mission, we elected to make sure everybody had access to this service and we made the decision not to do it based on money. We don’t have an up-charge for 3D.” Brown adds, however, that the enhanced images offered by 3D mammography have made it necessary for an up-charge by its radiologists. “When you go from four images to 100 images (to examine), the small up-charge is worth it,” he says. Using the analogy of a loaf of bread, Brown says the 3D im-
ages are infinitely more helpful in determining if a patient has breast cancer. “When you buy a loaf of bread, you buy it sliced,” he says. “If you look from one end of the loaf to the other, you can’t see through it. But if you grab a piece out of the center of the loaf, you can see that one slice of bread in 360 degrees. I can look at it and put it back in the loaf and take out another slice and look at it 360 degrees. That’s the best way to describe how it works.” What about tomorrow? When asked what technology would bring in the near future in screening and diagnosis, Brown predicted imaging will become even clearer. “I know companies are always investing billions every year in research and development with the idea of ‘what can we do next?’” he says. “I would say that over the next few years, you’ll see the 3D technology get even better. Now we’re taking 1-millimeter (images) and in my opinion, I suspect they’ll be able to build on their computer processing power to be able to do sub-millimeter imaging.” While imaging has greatly improved – along with a decrease in callbacks and an increase in detecting invasive cancers – going for a mammogram hasn’t changed in terms of a patient’s comfort level. “Technology has changed, but the human body hasn’t,” Brown says. For more information, visit www.StMarysAthens.org.
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5 places
to get an early dinner for a great price by: Charity Robertson
On the search for early entree specials, the early bird can find a few sweet deals in the Athens area. If you’re looking for a couple’s dinner or for an outing with a group of friends, consider maximizing flavor and price in the following locations. Try these five this Fall and you will experience fine dining, a happy hour feast, a picnic, and the comforting deliciousness of pancakes or other breakfast items in the evening.
Five & Ten
1073 S. Milledge Ave., Athens fiveandten.com/food
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The menu of the first of the five best, Five & Ten, includes Southern-style flavors in seafood, fried chicken, and even duck from award-winning chef-owner Hugh Acheson. Reservations are required, and there are only three seating times that you can order from the $36 per plate prix fixed menu. Make your reservations well ahead of time at 5:30, 5:45, and 6 p.m. Reservation requests may be made online but must be confirmed. It takes a contact by email or phone from Five & Ten to confirm your reservation. Call (706) 546-7300 for same-day reservations.
Hilltop Grille
2310 W. Broad St., Athens hilltopgrille.com
Locally-owned Hilltop Grille offers a variety of seafood menu items, or choose from steak and Southern comfort offerings. Sunday through Thursday, Hilltop Grille’s early evening special takes $4 off any specially-marked early entree menu item before 6 p.m., which will take your cost to $13 for the early entree choices of Southern comfort items, $14 for steak, and $15 for jumbo shrimp or shrimp and grits. Look forward to live music on the patio that begins at 6:30 p.m. after ordering your early entree before 6 p.m. Call (706) 353-7667 for reservations.
The new location of Five & Ten. Photo by AJ Reynolds
Little City Diner
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135 Cherokee Rd., Winterville littlecitydiner.com Little City Diner’s logo is a rooster, like its big sister Big City Bread. But, Little City isn’t open for dinner. They are open until 3 p.m. An early bird dinner can easily be accomplished with a little creativity by calling (706) 742-7590 or stopping in to place a to-go order. Then take your picnic to the park in Winterville and enjoy a fall afternoon with your friends. Dinner is done, thanks to the Little City rooster and your virtuous early bird habits.
Seabear Oyster Bar
IHOP
Seabear boasts an award-winning chef (and co-owner), Patrick Stubbers, and in-town and out-of-town guests alike who yearn for ocean freshness in a casual atmosphere will love the Seabear Oyster Bar, located in Bottleworks. If you come between 3 and 6 p.m., oysters are $1.50 per shell. And if you’re hungry for more hearty fare, the Low Country boil is the Thursday special at $15, no need to arrive early for that deal. You can call (706) 850-4367 or visit their website for more information.
You probably know about IHOP, but you are in a college town and no matter what age you are in a college town or what the hour of day or night, breakfast is delicious. IHOP locations are franchises, so if you’re not going to the one on Baxter, you may want to call and check their specials. The Baxter location adds the joy of thrift to its already great prices and guilt-free portion sizes of the 55+ menu on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3 p.m.-9 p.m. Buy two 55+ meals and two drinks and one of your meals is free.
297 Prince Ave., Athens seabearoysterbar.com
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1180 Baxter St., Athens ihop.com/menus/main-menu/55-plus
Medical school teaches hands-on patient care from Day 1 by: Katherine Long | Seattle Times Dr. Thomas Rea knelt at the side of the man lying motionless on the ground. “Hello! Hello! Are you OK?” he said urgently, feeling for a pulse in the man’s neck — and finding none. Rea locked his hands together and started the rhythmic chest compressions used in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. In a circle around him, four University of Washington medical students watched closely. In reality, the “person” suffering from cardiac arrest was a mannequin, and the exercise is one example of a big change in medical education — one that relies far less on lectures and far more on hands-on activities, such as learning CPR with some of the area’s most skilled paramedics, EMTs and doctors. Before last year, the UW was one of scores of schools still using a 100-yearold curriculum that emphasized eight-
hours-a-day, five-days-a-week lectures. Medical students didn’t escape the confines of the lecture hall and begin taking care of patients until their third year, reported the Seattle Times. Then last year, following a national trend, the School of Medicine tossed its old curriculum and began teaching students using a hands-on approach. A few weeks after starting medical school, for example, students now begin shadowing doctors, allowing them to connect lessons from the classroom with real-life examples. And this year, instead of learning standard CPR, the students learned an innovative method of CPR that relies on teamwork. Around the region, patients are likely to notice the difference. They’ll encounter more young medical students helping to make the rounds. First- and second-year students will do
physical exams in hospitals, for example, or take a patient’s medical history before the physician enters the room — a history that the doctor will then repeat back to the patient to make sure it’s accurate. “This is a much better experience for students — it gives them much more of a flavor of what they’re going to do for the rest of their careers,” said Suzanne Allen, the UW School of Medicine’s vice dean for academic, rural and region al affairs. First-year medical student Alex Martinez agreed. “We get to learn it and then do it, and that is helping us not only retain the information, but apply it much better,” he said. The new way of training also acknowledges a new reality: While it was once important for doctors-to-be to memorize extensive amounts of medical
information, much of that is now just a few clicks away in professional medical databases . The new curriculum is being used at all of the UW’s medical-school locations through the program known as WWAMI, in which four relatively small neighboring Western states (Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho) share in the cost of educating students through the UW School of Medicine, rather than building their own separate medical schools. It’s also being used in the UW School of Medicine’s newest partnership, with Gonzaga University in Spokane. WSU’s new Spokane-based Elson Floyd College of Medicine plans to take a similar active-learning approach. The school is in the middle of accreditation work, and hopes to accept its first class of students in fall 2017. Shift to active learning. The UW’s new curriculum kicks off with two weeks of intensive training, including the CPR course, and lessons on how to take a medical history and perform a physical exam. When those weeks are up, the students get their first white doctor coats. From that point on, they’ll spend one day a week in hospitals and clinics, shadowing doctors and doing basic clinic work. Patients as well as students will benefit, said Allen, the vice dean. Students have more time to sit and talk to patients, she said, and sometimes they’re able to uncover information about a medical condition that initially might have been missed by a time-pressed doctor. Students also get a chance to practice their bedside manner from the start of their training. “We spend more time in medical school now on the communications piece,” she said. Martinez, the first year-medical student, said he and his peers began learning how to take a medical history on the second day of class, and on the third day they practiced taking medical histories with patients who volunteered to be part of the training at Harborview. The first week of medical school was “really fast-paced, kind of a lot at once, but they’re really showing us the ins and outs really fast,” said Martinez, who grew up in the eastern Washington town of Warden, near Moses Lake. Lectures outside of class In what’s known as the “flipped” classroom, students watch prerecorded
Top: First-year University of Washington medical students, including Talia Suner, center, learn CPR on their first day of classes. Above: Steve Engle, left, with the North Kitsap Fire Department, instructs first-year medical students in CPR during their first day of classes in Seattle. Photo by Erika Schultz | Seattle Times lectures outside of class and then spend more time in class discussing case histories and working on problems in groups — for example, learning how to read an EKG . Medical education’s modern roots can be traced back to 1910 with a document known as the Flexner Report, after American educator Abraham Flexner, who outlined how medicine should be taught in colleges and universities. In 2010, the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching published a study, Educating Physicians, that called for a major overhaul of the way doctors are taught, including more active learning at the start of medical school. More than half the nation’s medical schools are shifting to that approach, Allen said. CPR training, like the type led by Rea with the mannequin, was taught dur-
ing the first weeks of medical school under the old curriculum. But even that training has been tweaked: Students this year learned a method called High-Performance Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, or HPCPR, a tightly choreographed method of providing the lifesaving resuscitation that has improved the local survival rates for patients from 20 percent in the 1970s to 62 percent in 2014. The national average is 16 percent. Dr. David Carlbom, director of the Michael K. Copass Paramedic Training Program at UW Medicine’s Harborview Medical Center, led this training session. He says CPR training transforms young medical students from timid spectators to confident leaders. And it’s not a lecture. “I logged more than 2,000 hours in this room, in lectures,” Carlbom told the UW students. “You won’t — thank God!”
Trusted women’s health care clinic putting patients first by: Chris Starrs
Athens OB/GYN opened its doors in 1950, and since that time the physicians on staff have worked tirelessly to provide full-service women’s health care to its valued patients. “We take great pride in the fact that all care is coordinated and provided by physicians,” Ruth M. Cline, MD, FACOG, says. “We have six physicians and a nurse practitioner in the practice and we are open Monday through Friday for patient care. We’re the oldest practice in the community that continues to practice full-service obstetrics and gynecology.” In the area of gynecology, Athens OB/ GYN offers gynecologic urology, menopausal and hormonal management, infertility evaluation, urodynamics testing and bone density testing. When it comes to pregnancy-related care, the practice provides prenatal counseling, genetic screening and testing, 3D/4D Ultrasound, fetal non-stress testing and lab testing. While board-certified doctors deliver babies exclusively at St. Mary’s Hospital, physicians provide gynecological services at both St. Mary’s and Athens Regional Medical Center. All physicians on staff provide both gynecology AND obstetrics services. The physicians at Athens OB/GYN were the first in the area to use robotic surgery, a state-of-the-art, minimally invasive gynecologic surgical method. Patients are also able to have lab evaluations, mammograms, ultrasound, bone-density testing and endometrial 16
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ablations without ever leaving the office. “We have a physician in the office five days a week providing care,” Cline says. “We’re open Monday through Friday. A lot of offices are closed on Friday, but we offer full-service care five days a week.” Among the services offered in-house are 3D/4D Ultrasound, urogynecology, infertility services and high-risk obstetrics. The newest service offered by Athens OB/GYN is pelvic floor physical therapy for urinary incontinence, pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction. The practice also offers minimally invasive and laparoscopic procedures. “All our care providers are proficient in hysterectomies,” Rachel Murthy, MD, FACOG, says. “We’ve been doing them for over 10 years and we are committed to providing laparoscopic and vaginal hysterectomies.” The staff at Athens OB/GYN has more
than 100 years of combined experience in the practice and more than 150 years of combined experience in the fields of obstetrics and gynecology. Earlier this summer, Athens OB/GYN welcomed Meredith Bolton, MD, to the family. A native of northeast Tennessee, Bolton completed her medical school and residency training at East Tennessee State University. A division of Atlanta Women’s Health Care Group, Athens OB/GYN accepts most insurance and Medicaid plans and the practice provides helpful financial counseling services to patients who require it. Located at 740 Prince Ave., the practice offers its services to patients throughout Northeast Georgia, and some patients drive as many as two hours for their appointments. Athens OB/GYN is now accepting new patients, and more information can be obtained by calling (706) 548-4272 or by visiting www.athensobgyn.com or the practice’s Facebook page. “We’re keeping up with the times and planning for the future of women’s health care in our community,” Cline says.
Left to right: Dr. Meredith Bolton, Dr. Ruth Cline, Dr. Andrew HErrin, Dr. Rachel Murthy, Katie Sells, WHNP, Dr. Rebecca Fletcher and Dr. Walter Jarrett of Athens OBGYN pose for a picture. Photo by John Roark | Thrive Magazine
Radiologist develops in-flight emergencies app by: Laura Nightengale | The Journal Star
Stepping up to the call in the air “Is there a doctor on board?” can quickly overwhelm even experienced physicians confronted by unfamiliar conditions in even more unfamiliar surroundings, but a Peoria doctor has developed an app to help. Dr. Ray Bertino, an interventional radiologist, helped develop airRx after his own experience with in-flight emergencies — both as a doctor responding to a call and as a patient in need of care — made it clear most doctors are ill-equipped to handle these out-of-thenorm situations. In addition to being outside of their scope of practice, physicians in the air usually won’t have any idea what kind of tools or medications are on board, how to interact with the pilot and airline
staff, what legal issues might apply to their situation or how decisions should be made whether to divert a flight to seek more formal medical attention on the ground. While all doctors will receive some of the basic level medical training, most will concentrate on a certain area during practice, and might be long-removed from that basic education. “I’m in radiology, but I have a lot of experience. I may not know what to do to deliver a baby or I may have a question about what I should be doing with somebody with a seizure,” he said, “but if somebody gives me a cookbook and tells me things to do then it becomes pretty easy, especially given the fact that in the air there’s limited things you can do.”
AirRx, which hit the Apple App Store May 17 and followed on Android a few weeks later. It’s already been used twice in air, said Bertino, by two of the 20-something doctors that helped test the app during development. The goal of the app, developed by Peoria-based CSE Software with input from doctors like Bertino and Melissa Mattis at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, was to provide useful information quickly in a way that is easy to access and understand. The application is downloaded once at a cost of $5.99, then all the information is stored on the phone so the app can be accessed in full while the device is in airplane mode. It also contains more than just medical information. airRx features a “Medical Legal” section that addresses concerns many doctors have about liability, citing the U.S. Good Samaritan Act that offers protection, as well as the fact that to developers knowledge, no individual physician has been successfully sued anywhere in the world for care delivered to a traveler.
Physical therapy is a great way to manage chronic pain Chronic pain affects people all around the world, greatly impacting sufferers’ quality of life. According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, recent reports have indicated more than 1.5 billion people worldwide experience chronic pain. Common complaints include lower back pain, headache, neck pain, or neurogenic pain, which is pain resulting from damage to peripheral nerves. Pain can impact people in many ways, as some people can tolerate discomfort better than others. Chronic pain may result in missed time at work, depression, anger, and an inability to live a full life. According to a recent Institute of Medicine Report: Relieving Pain in America: A Blueprint for Transforming Prevention, Care, Education, and Research, pain is a significant public health problem that costs society at least $560 billion to $635 billion annually. To cope with pain, many people rely on over-the-counter and prescription medications. This reliance on drugs has helped to fuel pain medication addictions that can lead to other drug abuse.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse says research now suggests that abuse of opioid pain medications may actually open the door to heroin use. Some individuals report switching to heroin because it is cheaper and easier to obtain than prescription opioids. A safer and sometimes more effective method of pain relief than opioids, physical therapy can help a person get back on track and feel much better in the process. THERAPY on Page 23
THERAPY Continued The American Physical Therapy Association says while surgery and prescription drugs can be the best course of treatment for certain diagnoses, there is increasing evidence that conservative treatments like physical therapy can be equally effective and cheaper treatment plans for many conditions. Physical therapy can be as effective as surgery for miniscule tears and knee osteoarthritis, rotator cuff tears and spinal stenosis, among other conditions. When a patient is prescribed physical therapy, a therapist will develop a treatment plan that addresses the specific needs of the patient. This is essentially a collaboration between patient and physical therapist. Therapists are experts in improving mobility and motion and have studied extensively to that end. Because weakness or stiffness may be contributing to pain, therapists try to address the source of the pain and relieve the pain itself. Physical therapy may include exercises that stretch the body and improve flexibility. Strengthening exercises will help work on core muscles as well as other parts of the body to prevent injury down the road. Therapy may target specific areas of pain. Because of their expertise, therapists may be able to assess posture, gait and other attributes that may be contributing to injury and make suggestions to reduce recurrence. In addition to the therapies mentioned, a combination of massage and other work may be included in a physical therapy plan. This may include TENS and ultrasound.
According to WebMD, Transcutaneous Electrica l Nerve Stimulation, or TENS, uses a device to send a low-voltage electric current to the skin over the area where you have pain. Ultrasound sends sound waves to the places you have pain. Both of these options may help to block pain messages to the brain and offer relief. Chronic pain can be debilitating. However, physical therapy is often an effective way to combat chronic pain and help individuals find relief and return to living full lives.
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Activities Calendar ENTERTAINMENT CINE: MATINEE MONDAY Location: Cine, 234 West Hancock Avenue Date: weekly on Monday Time: 4 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Information: athenscine.com.
SUPPORT GROUPS DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Location: Mary’s Hospital, 1230 Baxter Street Date: first Tuesday of the month Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Information: Call (706) 389-2060 for more information. PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP AT ACCA Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: fourth Monday of the month Time: 2 - 3 p.m. AFFINIS HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT Location: Affinis Hospice, 1612 Mars Hill Road, Watkinsville Date: fourth Friday of the month Time: 2 - 3 p.m. Information: contact Alex Stevens, Chaplain, or Rebekah Goodson. at (706)705-6000.
CLUBS & HOBBIES TRIVIA AT BUFFALO’S CAFE Location: Buffalo’s Cafe, 196 Alps Road, Date: weekly on Sunday Time: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. COTTON PATCH QUILTING GUILD AT LYNDON HOUSE Location: Lyndon House Arts Center, 293 Hoyt Street, Date: second Tuesday of the month Time: 6:30 - 9 p.m. Information: www.cpquilters.org. LAST MONDAY BOOK CLUB AT THE ACC LIBRARY Location:Athens-Clarke County Library, 2025 Baxter Street Date: last Monday of the month Time: times may vary Information: call (706) 613-3650
MAH JONGG AT ACCA Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: weekly on Monday Time: 1 - 4 p.m. Information: Call (706) 543-8524 to reserve a spot. MONTHLY TASTING AT SHIRAZ FINE WINE AND GOURMET Location: Shiraz Fine Wine and Gourmet, 675 Pulaski Street Date: first Saturday of the month Time: 1 - 5 p.m. Information: Free for wine club members, $5 for nonmembers.
CLASSES BEGINNING BALLET FOR ADULTS AND TEENS Location: Alice DePass Studio of Dance Incorporated, 1041 Park Dr, Watkinsville Date: weekly on Tuesdays Time: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Information: Call (706) 769-1177. OPEN ADULT BALLET (ALICE DEPASS STUDIO) Location: Alice DePass Studio of Dance Incorporated, 1041 Park Dr, Watkinsville Date: weekly on Tuesdays Time: 8 - 9:30 a.m. Information: Call (706) 769-1177. DANCEFX BEGINNER BALLROOM Location: Dance Fx, Foundry Street Date: weekly on Tuesdays Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Information: Email allison@dancefx. org or call (706) 355-3078. WATERCOLOR PAINTING, VALUES AND COLOR, OCAF CLASS Location: Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, 34 School Street, Watkinsville, Date: Oct. 5 Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Information: Register at www.ocaf. com or call (706) 769-4565
Look fo Wedn r new acti vi e Athen sday of the ties the fir s s Ban ner-H month in t t he erald. LINE DANCING AT ACCA Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: weekly on Thursday Time: 6 - 7 p.m. Information: Call (706) 549-4850
YOGA Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: weekly on Monday Time: 3 - 4:30 p.m. Information: In the Harris Room YOGA Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: weekly on Tuesday Time: 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. Information: In the Harris Room YOGA Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: weekly on Wednesday Time: 3 - 4:30 p.m. Information: In the Harris Room YOGA Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: weekly on Friday Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m. Information: In the Harris Room FREE STYLE DANCE Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: weekly on Tuesday Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m. Information: In the Harris Room LINE DANCING Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: weekly on Tuesday & Thursday Time: noon - 1 p.m. Information: In the Harris Room Continued on Page 30
THE 2016 ATHENS WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S
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Location: Stegeman Coliseum, 100 Smith Street Date: October 22 Time: 8 - 11 a.m. Information: act.alz.org/
TALMAGE TERRACE LANIER GARDENS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Location: 801 Riverhill Drive, Athens Date: November 29 Time: 4 - 7 p.m. Information: call (706) 369-7100 or www.wesleywoods.org
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Couple picks Athens after successful business careers
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Dave and Linda Venghaus pose for a photo in their home. Photo by John Roark
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activities and a lot of cultural things going on here,” he says. “And we can hop in the car and go to Atlanta and we’re up at Lake Lanier a lot. It has everything – you’ve got the mountains, you’ve got the water, you’ve got wonderful people.” Venghaus grew up in New York and Connecticut and attended high school in Maryland before returning closer to home to C.W. Post College (now known as Long Island University), where he graduated in 1963. (“It was a pretty new school then,” he says. “I was in the fourth graduating class”.) After spending several years in sales (working for, among others, cereal titan General Mills), Venghaus in 1967 joined Babcock & Wilcox in the power generation company’s advertising department, and in 1975 he went to work for the ad-
vertising agency Bozell & Jacobs, focusing on business-to-business advertising and running one of the company’s divisions, which billed some $200 million a year and had offices in 10 cities. He also founded the agency’s public relations arm and when he left in 1985, Bozell & Jacobs was billing some $1.5 billion per year. During his time there, the agency had accounts like Business Week magazine, Stauffer Chemical, the Association of American Railroads, Purolator and the Wall Street Journal. “I had a pretty nice job there,” he quipped. “And I met Linda there – she was director of market research. We got married in 1979.” RETIRING on Page 29
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RETIRING Continued In 1985, the couple founded Bergelt & Litchfield, an ad agency they initially operated from their Manhattan apartment. The agency counted Showboat Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, Dow Jones, Ingersoll Rand, the Port Authorities of New York and New Jersey, Royal Jordanian Airlines and Westfalia Separator as clients. When they sold the agency in 1992, it had some $50 million in annual billings and 70 employees. After a few years living on a farm in a circa-1810 house in Litchfield, Connecticut, Linda Venghaus focused on conducting market research for New York University while her husband worked in mergers and acquisitions for a Long Island-based company. In 1994, Venghaus went back to consulting with Westfalia and continued to do so until 2014. The couple moved to Savannah (“And then we became Southerners,” he says) and when their children enrolled at UGA, made the move to the Classic City in 1996. “The winters in Connecticut can be pretty severe, and we got fed up with them,” Venghaus says. “We fell in love with Savannah…but Savannah isn’t Athens. It didn’t offer what we wanted, so we came here.” Venghaus is active in the community, serving on the Georgia Club’s Design/Review Committee and serving as chairman of the club’s celebrity golf tournament, and he and Linda are members of the Classic Center Cultural Foundation. But perhaps Venghaus’ most important work in the area has come as a member of the board of directors of the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia. “I had been involved in some events where the proceeds went to the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia and met (President and CEO) John Becker, and after he and I got to know each other, he invited me to join the board,” Venghaus, whose three-year term on the board ends in November, says. “I’ve had a great time being involved in that.” Currently, Venghaus is helping to spearhead an effort by the Classic Center Cultural Foundation and the Georgia Club to sponsor a quarterly cultural series that will yield new experiences for the community in the performing, visual and culinary arts. “I’m really passionate about what we’re doing with the Georgia Club and the Classic Center, bringing this cultural series to the area,” he says. And this born-and-bred New Yorker appears to be in Athens to stay. “Here you have four seasons,” he says. “And we kind of like that. We like the change of seasons. We fell in love with the Georgia Club. We got so involved in Athens, coming up on the weekends and going to the football games and seeing what life is like here. We knew that we belonged here. It’s more than just living in a house – it’s a great lifestyle here.” 29
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Artist from Ghana set for showing at The Georgia Club by: Joe Reisigl When William Kwamena-Poh ent languages, different ways of first moved from Ghana to the thinking, different ways of doing United States as a 20-year-old things,” Kwamena-Poh said. college student, he was shocked “Once we get to be individualat the questions he received from ized, then we can be understood his peers. a little bit better.” “Do you have buildings where Kwamena-Poh travels across the you are? Do you have cars?” they country exhibiting his watercolor would ask him. works that highlight everyday life Being a black man with an in the West African country. His African accent, this stereotypical paintings consist of images of labeling became normal to him. fishers on the water, people walkIn fact, even he stereotyped black ing through narrow streets, men women he met at the school — working physical labor and boats feeling urges to on the shore. Kwaspeak to them in mena-Poh’s career There will be a raffle at his native language the event to benefit the as an artist didn’t because he mistak- Food Bank of Northeast start smoothly. He Georgia. Raffle packages enly thought any flunked out of high include: black person in the school in Ghana and · A foursome for golf, United States must dinner and overnight even failed an art accommodations at the be from his home course in college. Georgia Club’s private country. After graduating guest suite. Now a 56-year-old · A six person private box with a bachelor’s in painter, Kwamena- at the Classic Center for sociology, he shifted the live performance of Poh has devoted his focus on his pasElf, the Broadway Musical, his career to using sion painting and on Dec. 13. art to change the · Four tickets to Breakfast became self-taught. way the world views with Santa on Dec.10 at He credits the the Classic Center and African cultures. patience and atfour passes for ice skating “My work is to at the Classic Center ice- tention to detail skating rink. show you that that have made him · A framed print of one of well accomplished people of color do Kwamena-Poh’s artworks. everyday things like to his early days as every other people an artist when he do,” Kwamena-Poh worked mainly in said. “We’re regular people.” stippling — creating images using From Nov. 4 to 5, Kwamena-Poh thousands of dots. He eventuwill feature his work in Athens. ally worked his way to painting More than 30 pieces of his art in watercolor, starting with a will be for sale at the Georgia sketched base from photos he Club’s Village Hall. He said the takes in Ghana. main purpose of this exhibit is -But to Kwamena-Poh, his work to introduce people to Ghana, has a larger meaning: cultural which he said many people can’t enrichment. even identify on a map, while “The more culture you see, the also teaching people that Afmore you’re willing to see differrica doesn’t have one sweeping ent cultures or travel to different culture. cultures, the more your mindset “America perceives that all opens,” Kwamena-Poh said. “And people of color are the same, and that’s what art gives you. It gives we’re not. We all have differyou a doorway there.”
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ATHENS FREE ART TOURS AT ATHENS ART VENUES
Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street, Athens Date: October 20 Time: 6 - 9 p.m. Information: 3thurs.org DO IT HERSELF: SEASONAL DOOR HANGER Location: Home Depot, 1740 Old Epps Bridge Road, Athens Date: October 20 Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Information: (706) 353-6079 MORNING MINDFULNESS AT THE GEORGIA MUSEUM Location: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens Date: October 21 TIme: 9:30 -10:30 a.m. Information: (706) 542-8863.
HEALTH & ACTIVITY FIRE RESISTANCE EXERCISE AT ST. MARY’S WELLNESS Location: St. Mary’s Wellness Center, 2470 Daniels Bridge Road Date: weekly on Wednesday Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. FIRE Information: Call (706) 389-3355 YOGA AT ST. MARY’S WELLNESS Location: St. Mary’s Wellness Center, 2470 Daniels Bridge Rd, Athens Date: Twice weekly Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Information: (706) 389-3355 AQUATIC EXERCISE CLASS: ATHENS REGIONAL Location: Athens Regional Medical Center, 1199 Prince Avenue, Athens, Date: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 1 - 2 p.m. and 2 - 3 p.m. Information: Call (706) 475-3511
TAI CHI CHIH: ATHENS REGIONAL LORAN SMITH CENTER Location: Athens Regional Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support, 240 Talmadge Dr, Athens Date: October 10 Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Information: (706) 475-4900 MORNING MINDFULNESS AT THE GEORGIA MUSEUM Location: Georgia Museum of Art, 90 Carlton Street, Athens Date: November 4 Time: 9:30 -10:30 a.m. lnformation: (706) 542-8863. SMART MOVES WITH BECKY Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street, Harris Room Date: Mondays Time: 9 -10 a.m. Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street, Harris Room Date: Thursdays Time: 2 -3 p.m.
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6TH ANNUAL AUTUMN HARVEST FEAST, PRESENTED BY THE ATHENS FARMERS MARKET
Location: The Hill-Epting Events, 1800 Crescent Lane, Athens Date: October 9 Time: 4 - 7 p.m. Information: Get tickets at brownpapertickets.com UGA PERFORMING ARTS: THE TIME JUMPERS FEATURING VINCE GILL AND OTHERS Location: Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall at UGA Performing Arts Center, 250 River Road. Date: October 11 Time: 8 -10 p.m. Information: Visit http://pac.uga. edu/ for tickets. OLLI @ UGA LUNCHEON AND LECTURE Location: Trumps Catering: Courtroom Trails, 2026 S. Milledge Ave. Date: October 11 Time: noon -1 p.m. Information: (706) 542-7715 ATHENS SYMPHONY FALL CONCERT Location: The Classic Center Theatre Date: November 13 Time: 6 p.m. Information: classiccenter.com SENEY STOVALL CHAPEL: ROSE OF ATHENS PRESENTS NIGHTFALL WITH EDGAR ALLEN POE Location: Seney-Stovall Chapel, 201 N Milledge Ave. Date: October 22 Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Information: (706) 340-9181 CONCERTO FOR VIOLIN, ROCK BAND, AND STRING ORCHESTRA Location: Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall at UGA Performing Arts Center, 250 River Road. Date: October 24, 8 - 10 p.m. Location: http://pac.uga.edu/
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TAI CHI: MOVING MEDITATION BALANCE ENHANCEMENT Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street, Harris Room Date: Mondays w/Michelle Time: 1 -2 p.m. BALANCE IN MOTION Location:Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street, Motion Wellness System* Date: Wednesdays Time: 10 -11 a.m. ON THE MOVE WITH KEVIN Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street, Harris Room Date: Thursdays Time: 10 -11 a.m. YWCO WATER EXERCISE Location: YWCO Pool Date: Mon., Wed., Fri. Time: 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Location: YWCO Pool Date: Monday and Wednesday Time: 7 p.m. YWCO ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE Location: YWCO Pool Date: Monday thru Friday Time: 2 - 3 p.m. SILVERSPLASH® Where: YWCO Pool
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LIVE AT THE LIBRARY WITH KNIGHT SONG, ACC LIBRARY
Location: Athens-Clarke County Library, 2025 Baxter Street Date: Nov. 6 Time: 3 - 4 p.m. Information: (706) 613-3650 UGA PERFORMING ARTS: DESTINATION VIENNA FRANKLIN COLLEGE CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES Location: Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall at UGA Performing Arts Center, 250 River Road. Date: November 6 Time: 3 - 4 p.m.
OLLI@UGA BROWN BAG LUNCH CHECK AND LECTURE: ! IDENTITY IT OUT CULTURAL AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT Location: River’s Crossing, 850 College Station Road. Date: October 26 Time: noon - 1 p.m. Information: (706) 542-7715 UGA PERFORMING ARTS: UNITED STATES MARINE BAND “THE PRESIDENT’S OWN” Location: Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall at UGA Performing Arts Center, 250 River Road, Athens, Date: October 26 Time: 8 -10 p.m. Information: http://pac.uga.edu/ for tickets. ATHENS FIRST UMC, SENIOR FUN LUNCHEON Location: Athens First United Methodist Church, 327 North Lumpkin Street Date: October 27 Time: 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Information: (706) 613-1562. Meets in fellowship hall. OLLI@UGA LUNCHEON AND LECTURE AT TALMAGE TERRACE: RHYTHM, SONG, AND DRUM MUSIC OF AFRICA Location: Talmage Terrace-Lanier Gardens, 801 Riverhill Drive. Date: November 1 Time: noon -1 p.m. Information: (706) 542-7715 OLLI@UGA OVERNIGHT TO WARM SPRINGS AND CALLAWAY GARDENS Location: River’s Crossing, 850 College Station Road. Date: November 3-4 Time: Overnight Information: (706) 542-7715. WILLIAM KWAMENA-POH ART EXHIBIT AND SALE Location: The Georgia Club Village Hall, 1050 Chancellors Dr, Statham Date: November 4, 4 -8 p.m. November 5, 11 a.m. -3 p.m.
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5 movies on Netflix you need to watch by: Andrew Shearer With its neverending catalog of instantly available movies and TV shows, Netflix is a technological marvel of convenience, but when it comes to organization, it has a long way to go before it can truly be better than going to a video store. A person can spend so long searching through Netflix’s loosely-categorized (and unalphabetized) selection that they’re too tired to watch anything once they do find something good.
Since navigating the Netflix labyrinth is sometimes a frustrating and intimidating ordeal - and its suggestion list is often far from useful - its wide list of top-notch choices seems buried in an avalanche of today’s of-the-moment material. After spending a bit of time sifting through it all, I came up with five recent movies that are a much better investment than the streaming video equivalent of channel surfing.
THE FINEST HOURS
In February of 1942, the USS Pendleton tanker ship broke in half during a storm and sank just south of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. All but 9 of the crew of 41 were rescued thanks to the heroic efforts of the Coast Guard, led by crewman Bernie Webber (Chris Pine, “Star Trek”). Holliday Grainger, Casey Affleck, Ben Foster and Eric Bana co-star. 1 hour and 57 minutes. Rated PG-13.
A ROYAL NIGHT OUT
Before she was Queen Elizabeth II, Elizabeth Alexandra Mary (Sarah Gadon, “A Dangerous Method”) was a 19-year-old Princess pleading for her parents’ permission to go out with younger sister Margaret (Bel Powley, “Diary of a Teenage Girl”) to celebrate the very first V-E Day in May of 1945. Co-starring Emily Watson and Rupert Everett. 1 hour and 37 minutes. Rated PG-13.
SPOTLIGHT
Winner of two Academy Awards including Best Picture, this powerful drama chronicles the successful efforts of a team of Boston Globe investigative journalists in uncovering a complex, ongoing abuse scandal involving local Roman Catholic priests. As a result, the newspaper won a Pulitzer Prize for Public Service in 2003. Michael Keaton leads the allstar cast. 2 Hours and 9 Minutes. Rated R.
ST. VINCENT
When single mom Maggie Bronstein (Melissa McCarthy, “The Heat”) damages an old car owned by her chain-smoking, retired veteran neighbor Vincent MacKenna (Bill Murray, “Lost In Translation”), an unlikely friendship develops between him and her 12-year-old son Oliver (Jaeden Lieberher). Murray’s role was originally intended for Jack Nicholson. 1 hour and 42 minutes. Rated PG-13.
WHAT HAPPENED MISS SIMONE?
American jazz singer Nina Simone is the subject of this career-spanning documentary that follows her from childhood pianist in North Carolina to recording legend and civil rights activist. Simone’s daughter Lisa served as executive producer, and the film is fully endorsed by her estate. Nominated for 6 Primetime Emmy awards and a Best Documentary Oscar. 1 hour and 41 minutes. Not rated. 33
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Must see movies: 5 movies coming to theaters by: Andrew Shearer
In order to qualify for the 2017 Oscars, all films seeking a nomination must be released to the public by Dec. 31, 2016, which explains why so many of the year’s best movies seem to crowd around the holidays so as to remain as fresh as possible in the minds of the Academy. Fall usually signals the beginning of the campaign season, but not every film has its sights set on winning a golden
statue. Some are aware of the absence of good oldfashioned popcorn entertainment, and are looking to make you laugh or take you on an adventure just like a summer movie would. Here’s a list of some of the most important and highly anticipated new films scheduled to open in Athens in October.
THE ACCOUNTANT
Math genius Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck, “Argo”) might appear to be a small-town Certified Public Accountant, but he makes his real living fixing the books for various crime syndicates. When U.S. treasury agent Ray King (JK Simmons, “Whiplash”) mounts an investigation, Wolff uses his skills and resources to evade capture. 2 hours and 8 minutes. Rated R. Opening Oct. 14.
BIRTH OF A NATION
Loosely based on the true story of Nat Turner, a slave in Virginia who was inspired by what he read in the Bible to lead a rebellion of farmers in Southampton County in 1831. The movie was made in Savannah and gets its name from the controversial 1915 Civil War epic by D.W. Griffith. Nate Parker directed the film and stars as Turner. 2 hours. Rated R. Opening Oct. 7.
GIRL ON THE TRAIN
Recently-divorced alcoholic Rachel Watson (Emily Blunt, “The Devil Wears Prada”) continues to take the train to work every day even after losing her job, and suspects herself of being responsible for the disappearance of a local woman. Allison Janney and Lisa Kudrow co-star. Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel by Paula Hawkins. Rated R. Opening Oct. 7.
INFERNO
Tom Hanks (“Saving Private Ryan”) returns as heroic Harvard professor Robert Langdon for the third in a series of movies based on the popular novels by “DaVinci Code” author Dan Brown. Langdon awakens in Italy with amnesia and must work with Dr. Sienna Brooks (Felicity Jones) to stop a plague that threatens the world. 2 hours and 1 minute. Rated PG-13. Opening Oct. 28.
KEEPING UP WITH THE JONESES
In this action-packed comedy, bored well-to-do suburban couple Jeff and Karen Gaffney (Zach Galifianakis, “Due Date” and Isla Fisher, “The Wedding Crashers) start spying on their new neighbors Tim and Natalie Jones (John Hamm, “Mad Men” and Gal Gadot, “Batman V. Superman”), only to find that they’re actually a pair of secret government agents. Rated PG-13. Opening Oct. 21. 35
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Former United Way director finds new hobby and happiness in retired life by: Hilary Butschek
Rubielen Norris organizes the beads she uses to make jewelry, a new hobby she’s begun since retiring in April. She is a dedicated Georgia fan and plans to attend every home game this season. Photos by Hilary Butschek
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ow free of her daily work duties, Rubielen Norris, former United Way executive director, is intensely pursuing hobbies. Norris retired from her United Way position in April after 30 years there. “I enjoy sleeping later and not being pressured to get up and go do something. That has made me feel really good,” Norris said. Norris lives in Bishop with her husband, where she raised her two children. After 50 years in her home, Norris can reflect on fond memories of raising and training horses there while her children were living at home. While leaving her longtime position at the United Way was bittersweet, Norris has made the most of her newfound freedom. She has traveled every month since her last day at work. Trips to the United Kingdom, Florida, Tennessee and Arizona have made the time fly by. In between these excursions, Norris has been working on her new hobby — jewelry making. “I never had time to work on these
kinds of things before,” she said. Norris is hoping the hobby will turn into a small business. Her necklaces, earrings and bookmarks have already made it to market. Norris’ grandson sells her jewelry at a booth in an antique market in Columbus. “For me, it is so great to take something and use my own design and do it any way I want to,” Norris said. She’s making jewelry to sell at the Oconee Cultural Arts Center Christmas sale. “I hope it’s going to turn into a business. But, I love doing it, and I think that’s important for me at this time in my life,” she said. Meanwhile, Norris keeps busy caring for her husband of 58 years, Howard Norris, who has suffered from health problems for years. “I am a caregiver,” Norris said. “And, providing three meals a day is sometimes very time consuming.” On weekends, Norris will make the trip to Sanford Stadium for every Georgia home game. She and her husband are avid Georgia
fans and have been to a game in every Southeastern Conference stadium. Norris also stays active with what she calls her favorite organization, leading the women’s leadership group at the Northeast Georgia United Way. As the pioneer of that group, she has since offered to consult with other United Way locations. So far, she’s helped four locations start a women’s leadership group. In the last year Norris has received awards celebrating her long leadership career. “It’s just been an incredible year. All these honors, I just didn’t expect them,” she said. Norris will head to New York City in December to attend a gala held by the International Association of Top Professionals. She won “Woman of the Year” from the group this year. Norris, who is 78, said even after a long successful career she doesn’t feel that age. “I’m so glad I retired when I still feel good and can enjoy life,” she said.
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Which church should I attend? by: Charity Robertson Finding a church home is part of becoming connected in a new community. The most common reason that people are looking for a new church is because they have moved, but moving is just one reason to consider the process of finding the best church home. Whether you are church shopping because of a move or are seeking to expand your existing church going experience, going beyond a surface look will allow you to best consider your options. Your search will probably begin with the Internet and with what you see driving in your neighborhood and shopping areas. From there you’ll want to visit a church you are considering a few times. Along the way, attending luncheons and volunteer trainings will allow you to get to know like-minded people. Finding a church that is a good fit will be guided by considering these five categories: 1. Theology, sermon quality, and church location 2. Atmosphere and style of worship
SOCIAL & FOOD ACCA: UGARDEN PRODUCE STAND Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street. Date: October 4 Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
3. Times and content of educational and music programs 4. Volunteer opportunities within a church and with missions and outreach 5. Connections to your friends, family, and neighbors Theology is one of the most available pieces of information for the reading/ Internet search part of your search. Connections to denominational organizations are an important starting point. From there, you may need to attend several worship services in order to get a clear idea of the sermon content and style. In determining church atmosphere in smaller congregations, try sitting in different areas of the church for several different visits. Educational programming and music programs are a feature for those who are shopping for a new church or for those who wish to expand their fellowship beyond their longtime church home. For information on the timing of educational programs and volunteer opportuSHIRAZ: WEEKLY $5 CHEESE PLATE FRIDAYS Location: Shiraz Fine Wine and Gourmet, 675 Pulaski Street. Date: Weekly on Fridays TIme: noon - 8 p.m.
ACCA: UGARDEN PRODUCE STAND Location: Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt Street Date: October 4 Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
CRUISE-IN, MONROE WENDY’S Location: Wendy’s, 1117 W. Spring Street, Monroe Date: every Friday Time: 5 - 8 p.m. Information: (706) 542-1244
GOLDEN GLOWS AT MILLEDGE AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH Location: Milledge Avenue Baptist Church, 1690 South Milledge Avenue. Date: first Wednesday of the month Time: noon - 1 p.m. Information: MABC fellowship hall
SENIOR BINGO Location: East Athens Community Center, 400 McKinley Drive. Date: Last Tuesday of every month Time: 10 a.m.- noon Information: $4 ; (706) 613-3593.
ATHENS FARMERS MARKET AT CREATURE COMFORTS Location: Creature Comforts Brewing Co., 271 W. Hancock Ave. Date: Wednesdays: Time: 4 - 7 p.m.
FRIENDS FIRST FRIDAY, STATE BOTANICAL GARDENS Location: State Botanical Garden of Georgia, 2450 South Milledge Avenue. Date: First Friday of each month Time: 9 -10:30 a.m.
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nities, the Sunday morning bulletin and fliers and announcements are the best way to find out current information. You may want a congregation that offers a variety of programming for adults and children. Don’t rule out small congregations if educational programming is a primary concern for you. MONTHLY TASTING AT SHIRAZ FINE WINE AND GOURMET Location: Shiraz Fine Wine and Gourmet, 675 Pulaski Street,. Date: First Saturday of each month Time: 1 - 5 p.m.
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SEPTEMBER:
3 PORCH FARM Date: Wednesday, September 21 Time: Depart Athens Community Council on Aging at 10 a.m. Cost: $5 Information: www.accaging.org/ ATHENS MURAL TOUR Date: Friday, September, 23 Time: Depart from ACCA at 10 a.m. Cost: Free for CAL Members Information: www.accaging.org/ OCTOBER: ATLANTA NATIONAL FALL DRESSAGE SHOW AT THE GA INTERNATIONAL HORSE PARK
A DAY AND PICNIC AT STONE MOUNTAIN PARK Date: Friday, October 28 Time: Depart ACCA at 9 a.m. Cost: $35 Information: www.accaging.org/
EDUCATIONAL CLASSES & EVENTS
NOVEMBER:
OVARIAN CANCER TALK Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: Monday, September 12 Time: 10 a.m. Information: www.accaging.org/
BLUE WILLOW INN Date: Wednesday, November 9 Time: Depart from ACCA at 10 a.m. Cost: $30 Information: www.accaging.org/
AARP SMART DRIVER Location: ACCA Hudson Room Date: Friday, September 16 Time: 8:45 a.m. -3:45 p.m. Information: www.accaging.org/
CHÂTEAU ÉLAN WINE TOUR & TASTING When: Wednesday, November 30 Time: Depart at 11:30 a.m. Cost: $35 Information: www.accaging.org/
RETHINKING FRUITS AND VEGGIES WITH A CHEF Location: ACCA Brick Room Date: Tuesday, September 20 Time: 10 -11 a.m. Information: www.accaging.org/
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CLASSIC CENTER: COMEDIAN BILL ENGVALL “HERE’S YOUR SIGN”
Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: October 14 Time: 8 -10 p.m. Information: classiccenter.com/. CONTRA DANCE Location: Athens Memorial Park, 298 Gran Ellen Drive. Date: October 15 Time: 7:45 -11 p.m. Information: www.athensfolk.org HUNT FOR HOPE Location: Athens Banner-Herald building, 1 Press Place Date: October 23 Time: 2 -4 p.m. Information: onlineathens.com/ huntforhope GUEST ARTIST CONCERT: JACOB ADAMS Location: Hugh Hodgson Concert Hall at UGA Performing Arts Center, 250 River Road Date: October 25 Time: 6 p.m. Information: music.uga.edu/
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CAL LUNCH AND LEARN: HOW CAN ACCA SUPPORT YOU? Location: ACCA Harris Room Date: Wednesday, September 28th Time: noon -1:00 p.m. Information: www.accaging.org/ LUNCH WITH A THERAPIST Location: ACCA Hudson Conference Room Date: Thursday, October 13 Time: 11 a.m. - noon Information: www.accaging.org/ LORAN SMITH CANCER CENTER INFO SESSION Location: ACCA Glass Room Date: Monday, October 17 Time: 10 a.m. Information: www.accaging.org/ CAKE/COOKIE DECORATING WORKSHOP WITH PUBLIX BAKERY Location: ACCA Brick Room Date: October Time: TBA Information: www.accaging.org/ ASTHMA BASIC CARE (ABC) Location: ACCA Glass Room Date: October 31 Time: 10 a.m. PREDIABETES SEMINAR Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: Tuesday, November 1 Time: 10 a.m. Information: www.accaging.org/
CAL GIVES BACK Location: Northeast GA Food Bank Date: Thursday, November 3 Time: 10 a.m.- noon (Depart ACCA at 9:30am) Information: www.accaging.org/ FIRE SAFETY WITH THE ATHENS CLARKE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: Monday, November 14th Time: 10:30am
ARTS & CULTURE BREAKING THE STIGMA OF MENTAL HEALTH Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: TBD Time: TBD Information: www.accaging.org/ GRANDPARENTS MEMOIR CLASS Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: TBD Time: TBD Information: www.accaging.org/ ARTINI’S AT ACCA Location: ACCA Brick Room Date: Thursday, October 20 Time: 10 -11:30 a.m. Information: www.accaging.org/ VISITING ARTIST SERIES: RINNE ALLEN Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: September 29 Information: www.accaging.org/ DIDI DUNPHY Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: October 27 Information: www.accaging.org/
ONGOING SOCIAL PROGRAMS INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: Tuesdays Time: 1:30 p.m. ADVANCED BRIDGE Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: Wednesdays Time: 1:30 p.m.
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STEPPIN’ OUT ON BROADWAY WITH BEN VEREEN
Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: November 4 Time: 8 p.m. Information: classiccenter.com/.
ELF, THE BROADWAY MUSICAL Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: December 13 Time: 7:30 p.m. Information: classiccenter.com/. ELVIS LIVES Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: January 20, 2017 Time: 8 p.m. Information: classiccenter.com/. ONCE Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: February 23, 2017 Time: 7:30 p.m. Information: classiccenter.com/. PIPPIN Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: April 9, 2017 Time: 7:30 p.m. Information: classiccenter.com/. ATHENS SYMPHONY CHRISTMAS CONCERTS Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: December 10 - 11 Time: TBD Information: classiccenter.com/ Tickets are complimentary but are required for entry ATHENS WINE WEEKEND Location: The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: February 3-5, 2017 Information: classiccenter.com/.
GRAND SLAMMERS BRIDGE GROUP Location: ACCA Glass Dining Room Date: Wednesdays Time: 1:30 p.m. NEWCOMERS CARD GROUP Location: ACCA Bentley Conference Room Date: Wednesdays Time: 12:30 -3:30 p.m. Information: (706) 850-6615 BELLE HILL SINGERS Location: Meet at ACCA at 9:45 a.m. Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 10 -11:30 a.m. UGARDEN PRODUCE STAND Location: Under the Pavilion at ACCA Date: Tuesdays Time: 11 a.m. -2 p.m. BIBLE STUDY Location: ACCA Harris Room Date: Mondays and Fridays Time: noon REFINED SINGLES UNWIND Location: Rabbit Box Date: October 12 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Athens Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert Date: November 13 Time: 3 p.m.
MEETINGS CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPATHENS AREA Location: ACCA Bentley ADH Center Date: 3rd Tuesday each month Time: noon -1 p.m. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUPWINDER AREA Location: Winder Adult Day Care Date: Last Friday of each month Time: noon -1 p.m. GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN Location: ACCA’s Hudson Conference Room in Athens and Rivers of Mercy in Monroe Date: TBD Time: noon -1:30 p.m.
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UGA HOCKEY VS. ARKANSAS
Location: Akins Arena at The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: October 13 Time: 7 p.m. Information: ugahockey.com UGA HOCKEY VS. ARKANSAS Location: Akins Arena at The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: October 14 Time: 7:30 p.m. Information: ugahockey.com UGA HOCKEY VS. CLEMSON Location: Akins Arena at The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: November 3 Time: 7:30 p.m. Information: ugahockey.com UGA HOCKEY VS. AUBIRN Location: Akins Arena at The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: November 4 Time: 7:30 p.m. Information: ugahockey.com UGA HOCKEY VS. GA TECH Location: Akins Arena at The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: December 2 Time: 7:30 p.m. Information: ugahockey.com UGA HOCKEY VS. VANDERBILT Location: Akins Arena at The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas Street. Date: December 4 Time: 3 p.m. Information: ugahockey.com fall 2016 | What’s Next
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