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Tidbits® Michigan IN THE COLD! (continued): • Because Canada has long winters, it is no wonder that they have a lot of people who like to ice fish. It is home to the greatest number of participants in the sport. In the year 2000, Canadian anglers spent a combined total of 4,489,296 days ice fishing!
of a small country. The term “iceberg” actually refers to ice larger than 16 feet (5 m) in diameter. Smaller icebergs are known as growlers and bergy bits. Even though they are smaller, they are harder to spot and therefore very dangerous for ships.
• A small fishing village on the south shore of Nova Scotia, West Pubnico, was named for the native Mi’kmaq word, Pombcoup, which means: “a hole that has been cut in the ice for fishing.”
• Even though most icebergs are found floating in oceans of salt water they are made of pure fresh water. Most of the icebergs on earth are found in the frigid waters surrounding Antarctica and in the northern Atlantic Ocean. Most icebergs originate near the west coast of Greenland.
• More than 60% of the fish Canadians catch beneath the ice are caught and released. They eat less than one third of their catch. They practice CPR: “catch, photograph, release!” • Minnesota is nicknamed the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.” There are actually 11,842 lakes in the state that are 10 acres or larger (4 ha). With so many lakes and cold winters it is no wonder that ice fishing is a popular sport. • Minnesota is known for its abundance of ice shelters set up on the state’s lakes. If you’ve ever flown into or out of the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport you have probably noticed all of the dots on the lakes! Each year it is estimated that around 150,000 ice fishing shelters are set up. The state’s Department of Natural Resources estimates that about 30% of the fish caught in the state are caught when the lakes are frozen. • Ice fishing is a risky sport and the depth of the ice is something to be taken very seriously. In 2009, over 100 people were stranded on the Great Lakes. They became stranded when ice broke away where they were fishing. The Coast Guard rescued all, however, one died in route to the hospital due to hypothermia. This life threatening condition occurs when body temperature falls below 95° F (35° C).
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The Neatest Little Paper Ever Read.® Varsity Lincoln Opens Newly Remodeled Showroom Thursday, January 17, 2013, Varsity Lincoln of Novi celebrated the Grand Opening of it newly renovated showroom. From 5-8p, the new showroom was unveiled to the public and has been completely renovated from ceiling to floor and is geared toward a greater customer experience. From the rich brown colors of the floor tiles, the contemporary styling of the new sales associates’ desks, and the bold stainless steel lettering of the VARSITY name, the showroom is an upscale look to match the direction of the new Lincoln Motors Company. The staff at Varsity Lincoln assures returning customers that the new showroom will look totally different but as always, offers the best in customer service, product knowledge, and reliability of any dealership around.
• It is imperative when ice fishing to get expert advice. Knowing the area and the ice conditions can make the sport fun; not knowing can lead to disaster. It is recommended that ice thickness for someone fishing alone (not really advisable) be almost four inches (10 cm). For groups, where more are standing on the ice, the ice should be about 7.5 inches (18 cm). When vehicles are taken on the ice, which does happen in some cold climates, the ice should be 11-12 inches (28 cm). • Icebergs are much thicker than the ice that freezes over lakes in the winter. Icebergs are chunks of ice that developed on land, then break off and float in a lake or ocean. The word "iceberg” originates from the Dutch "ijsberg", which means ice mountain. • Icebergs are found in all shapes and sizes, from very small pieces to ice islands that can be the size
Guests were greeted with the sounds of Fantasy Strings, a live three-piece string trio through out the evening, as well as a beautiful array of hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and fresh cappuccino bar, provided by La’ Perfetto Catering. Guests in attendance were also entered in a drawing for a chance to win a 16 GB iPad with Retinal Display WiFi just for stopping in to see the showroom. We are pleased to announce the winner to be, Mr. Ramesh Verma of Novi. W h i l e experiencing the new showroom, guests also had the opportunity to get a first hand glimpse of the allnew 2013 Lincoln MKZ luxury sedan. We were fortunate to have 2 of these highly anticipated new sedans for the evening, one of which was available for test drive.
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• “Iceberg Alley” is the name given to an area from Baffin Bay, off the west coast of Greenland where many massive icebergs break into the water, to the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador on the east coast of Canada. The Newfoundland and Labrador area is known as the Iceberg Capital of the World. • Approximately 90% of the icebergs that are in the waters near Newfoundland and Labrador originated from the glaciers of western Greenland. They are among the fastest moving icebergs in the world. Even so, by most standards, the four miles (7 km) per year that they tend to move seems slow. It takes an estimated two to three years for the massive icebergs to cover the 1600 nautical miles (2963 km) and reach the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador. If icebergs reach the Atlantic Ocean before melting, they melt rather quickly in the warm waters. • After the sinking of the Titanic in 1912, near Newfoundland, the United States, Canada, and eleven other countries formed the International Ice Patrol. The patrol uses airplanes and radar to track icebergs that make their way into the major shipping lanes. The U.S. National Ice Center monitors icebergs larger than 5,400 square feet (500 sq/m) near Antarctica using satellite data. Icebergs are not just studied and watched to protect ships, scientists use them as tools for studying ocean processes and climate. • A way that some inventive Canadians have chosen to use the abundance of icebergs floating in their waters is in creating vodka and other alcoholic spirits. The Iceberg Vodka Corporation, based in St. John’s Newfoundland, produces spirits “made from naturally pure 12,000-year-old icebergs harvested off the coast of Newfoundland.” They use Ontario-grown sweet corn in making their beverages as well. They also make Iceberg Rum and Iceberg Gin. • The largest iceberg ever recorded was found near Baffin Island in 1882. Eight miles long and three miles wide (13 km long/6 km wide), its height above water was 65 feet (20 m). ■
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While many China cabinets and hutches contain tea cup collections in the homes of wealthy and not-so-wealthy North Americans, these fine breakables are not just for special occasions. Many homes around the world use their tea sets on a regular basis. • The reason most tea cups are considered “China,” is that they originated in that country. The first tea cups did not have handles and were called tea bowls. Some of the early tea bowls used in Europe were more like deep saucers and were used so that the tea cooled quicker. • Saucers, as we know them, to accompany tea cups did not appear until 1700. Tea cups with handles were not seen until Robert Adams came up with the idea in about 1750. • The English embraced Mr. Adams designs. They thought tea bowls were messy and people often burned their hands on them. Robert Adams designed cups that were taller and wider than the base and the saucers he introduced, more flat like small plates, were welcomed as a place to let a hot cup rest. His designs quickly became the standard for what became known as the “English Tea Service Set.” • Since the English started the tradition of putting cream and sugar in their tea, Mr. Adams also started designing tea pots, sugar holders, cream/ milk containers, and even matching tea spoons. His sets were made from porcelain that was
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the cups. • Middle Eastern countries enjoy tea in tea bowls or glasses. Tea glasses are preferred in Morocco. They are usually very festive and decorated with colorful artistic details. • Tea in India is usually of the Chai variety and served in small glass tea cups or tea bowls. • If you visit Tibet you are likely to be served their famous (or is it infamous?) yak butter tea. This different tea is not served using an English tea service but appears in a large tea pot and is usually poured and imbibed from wooden tea bowls. • Russians embraced tea as a beverage in the early 1600s and it was a major part of a trade treaty with China establishing a border between the two countries. Russian tea service is centered on a massive tea vessel, called a samovar, similar to Tibetan pots used for yak butter tea. The tea is served in a glass that is placed in a silver (or other metal) holder called a podstakanniki. Tea and vodka are the most popular drinks in Russia. • Wherever you travel it is likely that you will be able to order tea. It is one of the most popular drinks worldwide. The royal families of England were the ones who made tea services popular for formal and informal visiting. It was during the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901) that the modern six piece tea sets were introduced to the public. ■
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Shingles Pain Lingers After Rash Is Gone By Paul G. Donohue, M.D.
Dear Dr. Donohue: Two years ago I had shingles, and I now suffer the aftereffects of it. The sores went away in a month, but the stinging, burning, throbbing pain is still with me. I cannot wear clothing over the affected shoulder. No medicines have eased the pain so far. Is there any help? --M.L. Answer: You now are dealing with postherpetic neuralgia, pain that lingers long after the shingles rash has gone. The virus that causes shingles is the same virus that causes chickenpox. Almost every adult on this continent harbors that virus, now called herpes zoster. It lives on in nerve cells. From time to time, at older ages, it wakens from its hibernation, travels down the nerve to the skin and causes an outbreak of blisters on a red base. The outbreak goes away in about three weeks. Pain can linger for a long time -- months, to years. In traveling down the nerve, the virus damaged it. I can list some of the postherpetic neuralgia medicines. Two are antidepressants -- nortriptyline and amitriptyline -- given not for depression but for pain relief. Cymbalta (duloxetine) is another antidepressant that can lessen postherpetic pain. Lyrica (pregabalin) is an anti-seizure medicine that’s approved for this problem. Neurontin (gabapentin) is another seizure medicine used for control of the lingering pain of shingles. Capsaicin lotion, cream or gel (Zostrix, Capsin, R-Gel) is applied directly to the involved skin. A higher concentration of capsaicin comes as a patch that’s applied in the doctor’s office, left on for an hour and then removed. Treatment can be repeated in three months. It’s called Qutenza. Another skin patch is the Lidoderm patch. The latest medicine is Gralise, an extended-release form of gabapentin -Neurontin. It requires fewer doses. The entire shingles story is covered in the booklet on that topic. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 1201W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. Dear Dr. Donohue: I get my calcium by drinking milk. I believe natural sources are the best sources of vitamins and minerals. The problem is that whole milk raises my cholesterol. My father died of a heart attack at a young age. Does skim milk have as much calcium as whole milk? -- R.T. Answer: Skim milk contains a little more calcium than whole milk. An 8-ounce glass of whole milk has 291 mg of calcium. The same amount of skim milk has 300 mg. Dear Dr. Donohue: Many months ago, my feet turned numb. The numbness has spread up to my knees. It has made me quite unsteady when I walk. My doctor can’t find a cause or treatment for this. Can you suggest anything? -- L.O. Answer: Your description fits peripheral neuropathy, a deterioration of nerve function, often of the leg nerves. The causes for it are many. Frequently, however, a precise cause can’t be determined. You need to make an appointment to see a neurologist as soon as you can. Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475.yearly in the United States. (c) 2012 North America Synd., Inc., All Rights Reserved
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The City of Novi Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department is excited to offer eighteen fitness opportunities beginning in January with classes for the novice to guru. With classes being offered days, evenings and weekends, there is every opportunity to improve cardio health, lose weight, and gain muscle. Classes include BollyFit, House of Fitness Training, Z-Box Fitness, Pilates, Cardio Express, Yin Yoga & Meditation, Yoga Fusion, Total Body "BARRE", Fitness Kickboxing, 45-Minute Zumba, Zumbatomic - Arms-Abs-Legs, "No Sweat" Lunch Time Work-Out, and Standing Strong - For Men Only. New classes for the younger crowd include Parent & Baby Yoga, Babies on the Move, Wee Fit, Ohm'azing Teen Yoga, and Teen Extreme Training.
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Camps (Archery, All About Animals, …), Art Adventure, Theatre, Music, STEM Camps (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), and just about every sport you can think of (Basketball, Volleyball, Golf, Lacrosse, …) – even Skateboarding and the ever so popular UK International Soccer Camp! Many kids choose General Day Camps (as their base camp), which offer a taste of everything from nature experiences to sports and arts and crafts, plus a weekly field trip each Wednesday to places like the Zoo, Comerica Park, and other cool “kid friendly” destinations. General Camps are only $120/week (that’s $4/hour at 9am-3pm, 5 days/week, plus extended care is offered 7:30 am – 6 pm if needed) Day Camp is a time where childhood memories are created, camp songs are learned, nature is experienced, and new talents are discovered. It is at Day Camp where games and crafts are not only fun, but children experience cultural unity, health and wellness is promoted through physical activity, they become more educated through a variety of activities, while at the same time, fostering human development in a safe and secure atmosphere. The
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NEWS EVENTS PROGRAMS At Heritage Park Feb 1 & 2 ______ DADDY/DAUGHTER DANCE Feb 2 __________ CHILI GOLF OPEN Feb 26_________ 1ST DAY OF DAY CAMP REGISTRATION Mar 8__________ PRINCESSES & SUPER HEROES FANTASY FUN NIGHT Mar 24_________ BUNNY HOP 5K RUN & JAYCEES EASTER EGG HUNT
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Save the Date for SpringFest! March 23, 2013
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Answer: New legislation averted much of the fiscal cliff’s negative near-term economic impact by extending the Bush-era tax cuts for the majority of Americans. It also extends long-term unemployment benefits that were set to expire. Had the House not acted, and the tax cuts enacted last decade expired fully, broad tax increases would have kicked in, as would $110 billion in automatic cuts to domestic and military spending. Also, working Americans have experienced a noticeable difference in the size of their paychecks, as payroll taxes increased two percentage points. This is the result of not extending the reduced withholding rate for these taxes, often referred to as the payroll tax holiday. To learn more about the new tax legislation visit www. kevinkrym.com or sign up for one of my upcoming seminars. Financial Planner, Kevin M. Krym, is certified by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. and is a Registered Principal of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., Livonia, MI branch. 248-427-1600 • Kevin.krym@raymondjames.com
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Underground parking available.
43155 Main Street ▪ Novi 48375 ▪ 248.347.6499
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43155 Main Street, Suite 305A, Novi, MI 48375
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Tel: (248) 348-9120 • Fax: (248) 348-8006 21700 Novi Rd. (Between 8 & 9 Mile) www.novibowl.com
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23311 Orchard Lake Rd Farmington, MI 48336
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The Cub Scouts that sold the most popcorn got to honor the leaders with pie in their face.
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