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Just when you thought Thin Mints couldn’t get any better, Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland announces “Cocktails and Cookies,” a fundraising gala to benefit Girl Scouts across 80 Kansas Counties, featuring a decadent dinner and desserts. Renowned local chefs and restaurants have been given the delicious task of creating a signature dessert featuring one of eight varieties of Girl Scout Cookies. Join us for this inaugural event to celebrate the end of the 2010 Girl Scout Cookie Sale, and enjoy one-ofa-kind desserts and cocktails, all while supporting the premier leadership organization for girls--Girl Scouts. This is an adult-only event. Ticket sales for
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1) You should brush your teeth once a day. Fact or Fiction? 2) You should use a toothbrush with soft bristles. Fact or Fiction? 3) You should hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle against your gum line and brush the outside surfaces of your teeth gently. Fact or Fiction? 4) You should brush the inside surfaces of your teeth the same way. Fact or Fiction? 5) You should brush your teeth for 30 seconds. Fact or Fiction? 6) You should brush the roof of your mouth and your tongue. Fact or Fiction? 7) You should change your toothbrush every six months. Fact or Fiction? 8) You should floss your teeth once a day. Fact or Fiction? 9) You should whiten your teeth once a day. Fact or Fiction? 10) You should see your dentist every six months. Fact or Fiction? Answers: 1) Fiction, dentists recommend you brush your teeth at least twice a day, after breakfast and before bed, and after eating if possible, 2) Fact, 3) Fact, 4) Fiction, you should brush them holdin g the brush almost vertical, 5) Fiction, you should brush for at least two to three minutes, 6) Fact, 7) F iction, you should change it every three months, 7) Fact, 8) Fact, 9) Fiction, teeth generally yellow with a ge, so most kids don’t have to worry about this, 10) Fact
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From Mouse to Fairy Have you lost a tooth yet? Did you put it under your pillow for the tooth fairy to replace with money or a small gift? There are many stories of how the tooth fairy came to be, but one of the most common comes from a French fairy tale in which a mouse turns into a fairy to help a good queen defeat a bad king. The mouse hides under the king’s pillow and knocks out all of his teeth.
In 1927, a children’s play was produced about the tooth fairy. The tooth fairy did not really become popular until 1949 when Lee Rothgow published the book The Tooth Fairy. Today, children in the United States look forward to the arrival of the tooth fairy. Don’t you?
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February always seems to bring out the bitter cold of our Kansas weather. In addition, this time of year always feels busy to my wife and I. During this time, we are reminded of our early married days with young children. Our two kiddos are separated by a little less than 11 months. Their birthdays just happen to fall at the end of January and the first part of February. In those first two years, Christy and I found ourselves struggling to stay awake, keeping the house clean was a small feat and keeping up on the laundry, well, forget about it. As we reminisce about those days, we soon discover that little has changed. While we’re still tired, living in a house in need of a good maid and still trying to figure out the best solution for washing and folding clothes, we recognize that another very important aspect of our marriage hasn’t changed--we’re still very much in love. It’s strange that on one of the coldest months of the year, we take time to celebrate love and affection, two emotions often associated with warmth. I’m certain that a simple Google™ search would turn up the actual reason we celebrate Valentine’s Day this month, but from my experience, there’s really no Google™ search needed. When it’s this cold out, it makes perfect sense to me to cuddle up with a loved-one and appreciate the warmth of those things that never change, or that you hope never will. Needless to say, I was still curious about the origin of Valentine’s Day. On page seven, you’ll find the answer.
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The origin of Valentine’s Day is still a bit of a mystery Valentine's Day is synonymous with romance, of course. But of the millions who celebrate the popular holiday for lovers each year, how many actually know the rich history behind it? There are several competing theories on the origins of Valentine's Day. Some say its beginnings can be found in the Middle Ages, when many believed that birds mated for life on Feb. 14. To commemorate the spirit of companionship, people would send love letters on that day. Others say we owe our celebration to the ancient Roman feast of Lupercalia, a pagan fertility festival that was held in mid-February. On this day, women wrote love notes that were placed in an urn and randomly drawn by men, who would then pursue the notewriters and claim them as companions for the next year. Early Christians preferred to associate the holiday with the saint of romantic causes, Saint Valentine. But there is some controversy regarding Saint Valentine: The Catholic Church recognizes at least three saints named Valentine or Valentinus.
accompanied with gifts of flowers and chocolates. The red rose and heartshaped box of chocolates became synonymous with Valentine's Day. Now, more than $1 billion is spent annually on Valentine's Day candy. The National Confectioners Association estimates that more than 36 million candy hearts will be sold this year alone, the majority of them from Russell
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The most popular candidate is a third century priest. Legend says he performed secret marriages against the orders of Emperor Claudius II, who forbade young men from marrying because he believed that single men were more likely to join the army. As the story goes, Valentine was imprisoned for his misdeeds. He then fell in love with his jailer's daughter and sent her a note signed "From Your Valentine" before he was executed in A.D. 270. A little more than 200 years later, Pope Gelasius officially recognized Feb. 14 in honor of Valentine, the patron saint of lovers. Some say the tradition of sending Valentine greetings started in 1415 with a Frenchman named Charles, Duke of Orleans. Imprisoned in the Tower of London after the Battle of Agincourt, the duke reportedly passed time by writing romantic verses for his wife. By the 16th century, sending written expressions of affection on Valentine's Day had become very common. By the beginning of the 20th century, the giving of Valentines was www.WichitaFamily.com
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Keeping It Small Avoiding pitfalls planning your wedding guest list by Tresa Erickson
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change your mind and have a larger wedding. Don't give in. It is your wedding. If you want it to be small, you should have it that way. After you have completed your guest list, make a list of everyone you couldn't invite and find a way to let them know why they weren't invited. Send them a note, shoot them an e-mail or give them a call. If you intend to have a large bridal shower, you may be able to wait until then to let everyone know that you will be having a small wedding. When letting others know of your decision, be tactful. Let them know that while you would have liked to invite everyone, you chose not to for personal, financial or other reasons. Reassure them that they are still very much a part of your life and thank them for everything they have done for you. In spite of your best efforts, some people will not understand why they were not invited. They will be hurt, angry and disappointed, so much so that they may refuse to attend your bridal shower or post-wedding party. Try not to let it get to you. Give them time to cool off and focus on making your wedding the best that it can be. Choosing to have a small wedding is easy; implementing the idea, on the other hand, takes work. Be prepared and forge ahead with a smile on your face.
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How to pick the right theme for your special day When planning their wedding, some couples elect to have a theme. Themes can run the gamut from colors to characters, and many couples look for one that will make their wedding unique. Does having a themed wedding interest you? Here are some tips to help you select the right theme. Wedding themes often arise from common favorites and interests. Sit down with your beloved and write down your favorites and interests. Compare your lists and see what you have in common. Perhaps you both like the sport of skiing or are into jazz. Perhaps you have a favorite hobby. Whatever your findings, you might be able to pull a theme from them. If you can't pull a theme from your common favorites and interests, don't despair. With some thought, you are sure to come up with one. Here are some areas you might want to consider pulling a theme from: • Art, like film or literature • Cultures, like the Irish or Japanese • Decades, like the 1920s or 1960s • Famous characters, like Romeo and Juliet or Bonnie and Clyde • Food, like chocolate or cheese • Holidays • Places, like Hollywood or the beach • Seasons • Special events, like Mardi Gras or Super Sunday • Time periods, like the Renaissance or the Victorian Age You might even look to the venue you have selected for your wedding for inspiration. An old dance hall might be the perfect place to have a 1940sthemed wedding. Wedding themes can come from anywhere. As you are looking for one, keep the details of your wedding in mind. You both might like wintry colors and sports, but neither of these would make a good theme for a spring wedding. The theme you select should suit the time and tone of your wedding. www.WichitaFamily.com
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“In working with ADHD individuals for the past twenty years, this is the first alternative to medication that has significant research behind it.”
Helping individuals improve their ability to
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being able to follow instructions, and getting his work done. His mother received numerous phone calls from his teacher reporting concerns about his struggles in staying on task, being able to follow instructions, and getting his work done. Although her son was a delightful boy who wanted to do well, he had difficulty in keeping his hands to himself, not interrupting others, and blurting out answers to questions. After Jack was diagnosed with an Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, his parents decided to pursue a new computer-based training program (www.cogmed.com) rather than treatment by medication. This year, in first grade, Jack’s behavior has improved tremendously – with the frequency of getting in trouble for misbehavior dropping dramatically and his ability to stay on task has increased significantly. Until recently, students like Jack who have difficulty staying on task, concentrating, and remembering what they have studied, often are recommended to take medication to help improve these symptoms. Many of these individuals are diagnosed as having ADD or ADHD. But there is now a computer-based training program, developed in Sweden, called Cogmed Working Memory Training that research has shown to help 80% of those who complete it to improve these symptoms. Research has shown that children who suffer from ADD, ADHD, or other issues related to attention commonly have a deficit in an essential cognitive function called “working memory”. Working memory is the ability to keep information in mind for a short period of time, manipulate it, and use it in your thinking. Our working memory keeps us updated on what’s going on around us, allows us to process what we see and hear efficiently so that we can react appropriately, and helps us block out distractions so we can stay focused. Working memory is a key component for success academically, professionally, and socially, and significantly impacts reading comprehension and multiple-step tasks.
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Previously, working memory deficits were primarily treated by medication, but Cogmed Working Memory Training provides an alternative that is proven to significantly increase working memory capacity resulting in improved attention and overall cognitive functioning . Cogmed training has been proven to be effective for people of all ages â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like Diane, a 42 year old mother of four. Dianeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children are now all in school, from first grade through high school, so she decided to go back to college to pursue a nursing degree. But her first semester back in college was quite a struggle, taking fairly difficult courses in chemistry and biology.Diane felt like she had to study longer than her classmates to get the same grades they did. www.WichitaFamily.com
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“I went in skeptical but I have been pleasantly surprised how students’ ability to concentrate increases – and how their reading comprehension improves as well.”
This past summer, she completed Cogmed training and now reports she is better able to stay focused during lectures, can remember what she has read, and doesn’t have to study as long to learn the material.
published in scientific journals documenting its effectiveness and is the most researched cognitive training program available – you can see the full list of studies at www. cogmedresearch.com.
Psychologist Dr. Paul White in Wichita is trained in providing Cogmed Working Memory Training for individuals, ranging from preschool through college, and he has coached over 80 individuals through the process in the past two years.
Cogmed Working Memory Training can be done from home (or at work) and was designed to be completed in five to six weeks.
“In working with ADHD individuals for the past twenty years, this is the first alternative to medication that has significant research behind it,” Dr. White reports. “I went in skeptical but I have been pleasantly surprised how students’ ability to concentrate increases – and how their reading comprehension improves as well.”
The training consists of twenty-five training sessions, approximately 30-45 minutes a day. Along with the computer-based training, the program also includes weekly coaching calls to provide encouragement and instruction. Over ten thousand people have completed the training worldwide. For more information, feel free to contact Dr. White’s office at (316) 6814428 or visit www.workingmemorysolutions. com .
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Smart for Life: Losing weight one cookie at a time Smart for Life—located at 6611 East Central, Ste B in Wichita, and reachable by phone at 316-2952900—is a locally-owned company that offers a nationally-renowned diet system and diet products to the area. Smart for Life is a diet that incorporates convenient, healthy meals in the form of cookies that are eaten every couple of hours, accompanied by water or noncaloric beverage of choice. The cookies serve as six small meals during the day then a healthy, high-protein, low-fat dinner of your choice is enjoyed in the evening, consisting of lean protein and 2 to 5 servings of vegetables and salad. The diet is designed to retrain the mind to eat in a way that is healthy and that will not only help the participant lose weight, but keep it off in the long term. After trying a variety of other diets, Chris Hedrick discovered that Smart for Life was the way to lose the weight and rethink how she thinks about food. Chris has been off of the cookies and on regular food since September and has been thrilled with the way she feels.
It has changed her life. She is healthier and has more energy to enjoy life. “I didn't feel good, I felt tired and just heavy,” said Hedrick. “With losing the weight, it has been better on my joints and my feet. I am much more aware of portion sizes and calories.” Hedrick lost 35 pounds over the four months that she was on the diet. “What I really liked getting out of this whole episode is the fact that I feel healthier and that I am healthier and I feel like it helped motivate me to keep on an exercise routine,” said Hedrick. Fellow dieter Kathy Summers lost 87 this past year on Smart for Life. Summers enjoyed the convenience of the diet but stayed strong thanks to the fact that the cookies and other products helped her always feel full and satisfied throughout her busy day. She also is encouraged by the oneon-one attention and focus that she receives from the Smart for Life staff when she weighs in each week.
Summers plans to continue visiting the store to weigh in and follow up with the staff during her maintenance phase so she can continue to receive the accountability that has been so important to her success. “I think the biggest thing to me—because I've lost more than this before but I've not kept it off in the past—is that I feel like this time I have support and it's helped me realize that there are easy things to cook, it doesn't have to be about going out and eating or grabbing whatever is quick,” said Summers. What is also helpful is knowing that Smart for Life staff members understand that life happens, said Michelle Davidson, owner of Smart for Life of Wichita. Davidson and her staff understand that there are ups and downs in life and if something changes and weight fluctuates, there is no reason to be embarrassed about coming back in and getting back on the diet for a week or for a month. Get the weight back on track, eating back on a routine and get back to your regular routine.
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News and information from our partners at USD 259
South High School teacher receives Kansas Horizon Award
Assistant principal receives National Board Certification Mendie Vicin, assistant principal at Cloud Elementary, has earned the profession’s top honor of National Board Certification from the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards. National Board Certification is a voluntary assessment program designed to recognize and reward great teachers and is the most prestigious credential a teacher or administrator can earn. National Board Certification is achieved through a rigorous performance-based assessment that takes a year to three years to complete. Teachers document their knowledge of the subject matter, show evidence they know how to teach students effectively and show their ability to measure student learning.
Jackson students’ artwork featured on Rachel Ray’s site
Eryn Elder, center in grey, English teacher at South High School, is the recipient of the 2010 Kansas Horizon Award. She is pictured with some of her AVID students.
Eryn Elder, English teacher at South High School, received the 2010 Kansas Horizon Award from the Kansas Department of Education. The Kansas Horizon Award recognizes teachers who do an exemplary job their first year of teaching. Elder was surprised with the honor by a call from Dr. Diane DeBacker, Interim Kansas Commissioner of Education, on January 15. “This is exciting,” Elder said. “My students are also excited for me, and that really means a lot.” As a recipient, Elder is invited to join the Kansas Exemplary Educators Network (KEEN). KEEN is a network of
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educators from across the state, allowing teachers to share ideas with other teachers and to participate in a number of professional development programs.
Students at Jackson Elementary had some of their artwork posted to the Rachel Ray Show’s website, www.rachaelrayshow. com/show/segments/view/holidaykid-art-2009/. The website has a section dedicated to holiday artwork by students. A producer for the Rachel Ray talk show contacted Jackson Elementary and asked them to submit artwork.
Wichita Public Schools— Expecting and Delivering “I’m excited about more opportunities to Art teacher Julianne Hanna submitted Jackson’s second-grade art learn from other teachers and the chance to artwork from Excellence become an even better teacher,” she said. project called “A Garland of Thanks.” “I tell my students that they should always continue learning and I’m demonstrating that for them.” She was selected for the Wichita Public Schools 2009 Distinguished Classroom Teacher Awards in the New Teacher, secondary, category last spring.
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Horace Mann students reveal stained glass artwork
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Not only can you find us at WichitaFamily.com, now Horace Mann sixth-grade students stand by the stained glass windows they created.
Students at Horace Mann Dual Language Magnet unveiled their new stained glass they helped create. The windows are located at the school’s west entrance and the entrance to the library. Art teacher Janna Smalley and Arts Partners artist Ruthie Spriggs worked with sixth-grade students to create the west entrance windows and with eighthgrade students for the library window.
created for the main entrance of the school two years ago have made such an impact that we wanted to extend them to other entrances as well,” said principal Ken Jantz. The interior of the library, the main entrance area and the hallways of Horace Mann include other artwork created in collaboration with Arts Partners.
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Spring break trips that won’t break the bank Destinations you and your family can enjoy all within a 300-mile radius
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pring break is right around the corner. Where are you going? Have you thought about it? I’ve tried to. I’ve tried to come up with some ideas on close by destinations a family could drive to and that aren’t traditional places to go. Of course, we’d all love to hit the ski slopes or the beach – with the economy the way it’s been, that’s not as easy as it once might have been. So…where to?
wild and dangerous and skirmishes between some of the local “rough” citizens, the railroad workers and the soldiers only added to the reputation as a lawless and tough “end of the tracks” town. The colorful lives and interesting stories of such notable names in history including: James Butler Hickok, General George A. Custer and his wife Libby, “Buffalo Bill” Cody and “Rattlesnake Pete” Lanahan, are an exciting part of the early days of Hays City.
We looked at a bunch of different locations that are easy to pack up the family and hit the road. Locations where you’re not stuck in the car for too long and can still end up doing and seeing new things…hey, you might even LEARN something (but don’t tell the kids). Have you really spent a lot of time in Kansas and near by states looking at what we have to offer? Some great places to consider include:
Today, you can visit the historic Chestnut Street District for a taste of history with a more modern appeal. It’s full of unique art galleries, retail, restaurants and specialty shops. Hays is also home to three great museums covering its rich past and noteable names
Pittsburg, KS (165 miles) Hutchinson (53 miles) Dodge City (155 miles) Oklahoma City (161 miles) Springfield, MO (268 miles) Abiline (107 miles) Independence, KS (113 miles) Lawrence (163 miles) Liberal (212 miles) Lincoln, NE (275 miles) Manhattan, KS (131 miles) We thought we’d take a closer look at a few cities… HAYS, KS (185 miles from Wichita) Hays City was founded in the August of 1867 as the Union Pacific Railway Eastern Division worked its way west. The early days of Hays City were 16 Wichita Family | FEBRUARY 2010
GOODLAND, KS (330 miles from Wichita) Located in the far northwest corner of Kansas, at the Colorado line, and one county south of the Nebraska line, Sherman County claims the rightful title of “hub” of a tri-state area. Sherman County and Goodland are rich in history and culture. Goodland has its own Art Center that is full of beautiful crafts and products made by local artisans and Sherman County has its own historical society with several tours to enjoy. The Big Easel Project began in 1996 when an artist and teacher, Cameron Cross, decided to contribute a work of art to the city in which he was teaching, Altona, Canada. Cross decided an enlarged hand painted reproduction of one of Vincent van Gogh’s sunflower paintings, a public domain painting,
resting on an enormous easel would make an appropriate landmark for the city. The project soon began to take on a much larger scope. Cross decided to expand the project to seven easel’s with the easel acting on an internationally recognized symbol of art. With two easels already completed (Altona, Manitoba, Canada and Emerald, Queensland, Australia) Cross approached the city of Goodland, KS., for the third easel site. Visit Goodland and sign your name in the book underneath the painting and become part of the project! SCOTT CITY, KS (243 miles from Wichita) Scott City was originally known as Scott Center as it is located at the very center of Scott County. It is also located equal distances between the states of Oklahoma and Nebraska and just sixty miles east from the state of Colorado. Scott County is full of history, some in the form of fossils from prehistoric times, the first building in Kansas, a pueblo, was erected about the time of Columbus, and the last battle in Kansas between the U.S. Cavalry and Indians in which an officer was killed occurred here. Camping and recreation vehicle facilities are offered at Scott Lake State Park which allows you to fish, boat, and hike. Wild game is everywhere with pheasants, turkeys, jack rabbits and deer. Scott City offers a progressive business district with lots of restaurants and terrific retail. TULSA, OK (180 miles from Wichita) Older than Oklahoma itself, Tulsa has held many titles: “The Oil Capital of the World,” “America’s Most Beautiful www.WichitaFamily.com www.WichitaFamily.com
City,” and “The Birthplace of Route 66.” Not all of its history is as beautiful as the Art Deco architecture that adorns its downtown - notably, the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921. For over a century, Tulsa has not only made history, it has honored and preserved it. Make a little history of your own by visiting the world’s largest, most comprehensive collection of art and artifacts of the American West, the largest collection of Judaica in the American Southwest or the Italian Renaissance collections at one of five U.S. museums housed in a historic mansion with formal gardens. Tulsa’s ready to entertain you. Check what’s playing at the Performing Arts Center, the Brady Theater, the IMAX or our many stadium-seating movie theaters. Visit the aquarium, air and space museum or zoo - voted America’s favorite. Shopping is great at Utica Square or you can always hunt for antiques along Cherry Street. Just about any way you slice up the map, you can head in any direction and find something you’ve never done before. Pack up the family and try something new this year…it’s only a car ride away.
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February is Heart Month by Scott Larson
February is Heart Month According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular diseases, including stroke, are our nation's No. 1 killer. To urge Americans to join the battle against these diseases, since 1963 Congress has required the president to proclaim February "American Heart Month." As it is heart month it is important that we all understand what a heart attack is, what SCA is and what a stroke is and how to react to these emergencies. No matter what the emergency it is Heart Attack, Stroke or Sudden Cardiac Arrest it is important to act in time. If you recognize any of the
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following signs call 911 fast. Common warning signs of a heart attack are: · Chest discomfort in the center of the chest that may feel like an uncomfortable pressure, squeezing fullness or pain - Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. This may include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach. · Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort · Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweet, nausea or lightheadedness. Just remember if you are not sure be safe and call 911.
Common warning signs of a stroke are: · Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body · Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding · Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes · Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination · Sudden severe headache with no know cause Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA): SCA is often caused by the www.WichitaFamily.com
electrical system in your heart not working normally. The heart muscle receives impulses out of sequence causing the heart to quiver. The person will be unresponsive and not breathing. The steps of CPR should be started immediately. If you do not know how to perform CPR and you witness an adult collapse, determine if he/she is unresponsive and call 911 then start chest compressions. Place your hands on the center of the chest and compress at about a rate of 100 compressions per minute. Continue compressions until help arrives. CPR: CPR is easy to learn and there are classes taught under the American Heart Association guidelines offered around the country. If you do not have time to take a class you can learn CPR at home. The American Heart Association Family and Friends CPR Anytime kits are available for both Adult/Child CPR and Infant CPR. Kits are $34.95 and include an inflatable manikin, DVD, booklet and accessories. All you need to do is put in the DVD and follow along. CPR Anytime Kits are available online at www. LifeSaversInc.com. Remember, You can help save a life.
1st Anniversary
$BSEJPWBTDVMBS $BSF $MPTFS UP )PNF â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a dedicated staff of cardiovascular specialists and cardiologists who work with our patients. Three staff members assist the doctor in each procedure. Together weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve completed more than 1,500 procedures and patient recovery has been very good. Our patients are very comfortable and secure knowing that they can receive this care here in Newton.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cardiovascular Lab Coordinator Dean Blasi Newton Cardiac Services celebrates the first anniversary for its cardiovascular catheterization lab. The cardiovascular lab has provided a great service to the Newton community and beyond since it opened on the Newton Medical Center campus. In the last year cardiovascular lab doctors were able to treat patients locally, with no emergency transfers to Wichita.
A collaboration between cardiologists Hossein Amirani, MD, and Saad Farhat, MD; Via Christi Health System and Newton Medical Center.
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Article Source: http://www. articlesbase.com/medicine-articles/ february-is-heart-month-758412.html About the AuthorScott is an volunteer EMT in New Jersey and works for LifeSavers, Inc. overseeing their National American heart Association CPR Training Center. The training center provides training for over 9000 people annually with over 300 affiliated instructors. Additional Scott is currently a regional faculty member for the AHA in NJ. He has over 30 years teaching experience and over 35 years in EMS. Prior to LifeSavers, Inc. he worked for Saint Michaels Medical Center overseeing the CPR, ACLA and EMT Training programs.
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CHILDCARE DIRECTORY
Kids Day Inn---a quality Christian Mom’s Day Out program at Westlink Christian Church 2001 N. Maize Road, Wichita 722-1034 x121. Based on the “Bee” Attitudes Classes for 2& 3 year olds Monday, Thursday OR Friday. Asbury Preschool: A high quality school. Readiness Program for children 3-5. For information call 942-1491.
Kidslink Christian Preschool at Westlink Christian Church. 2001 N. Maize Road, Wichita 7221034. Excellence in Early Childhood Education from a Christian Perspective. Developmentally appropriate ½ day sessions for 3, 4, & 5 year olds. Character Building, Christian Values, Qualified Staff, Safe Loving Environment. Enrollment for Fall 2010 starts February 2nd.
Noah’s Ark Child Care Center and Preschool, 6100 W. Maple St. Wichita 943-2088. Located inside Central Community Church. Caring for children 2 ½ to 7yrs. Biblical and Preschool Curriculum…. SRS approved CHECK US OUT ON THE WEB: http://www.centralcommunity.org/ noahsark/index.html
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wichita families FEBRUARY 4 - 7 Home Show 2010
Thur 1-9 p.m., Fri & Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. http://www.wabahome.com Century II Convention Center, 225 W. Douglas Ave., Wichita. Admission: $7.50 adults, $5.50 seniors, $2.50 ages 7-12, 6 & Under free The 56th annual Home Show, sponsored by the Wichita Area Builders Association (WABA) showcases latest trends in homes. More than 275 exhibitors will showcase a wide variety of products and services related to home building, home remodeling and day-to-day homemaking. From exhibits to hands-on seminars, attendees will be able to experience the latest innovations in kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms and more. Custom cat and doghouses will also be on display to promote Barkitecture, an upcoming fundraiser for the Kansas Humane Society. Free childcare will be provided by Kid Care Connections: Friday 5-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free parking will be available at Lawrence Dumont Stadium with free shuttle bus service to and from the Home Show.
FEBRUARY 5 & 6 Gravity Slashers
Fri & Sat 7:30 p.m. http://www. intrustbankarena.com. INTRUST Bank Arena, 500 E. Waterman St., Wichita. 316-4409000. Admission: Advance tickets: $20 adults, $10 children (additional fees may apply) Tickets can be purchased at the INTRUST Bank Arena Box Office, all Select-A-Seat outlets, by phone at 316-755-SEAT, or online at www.selectaseat.com or www. freestylemotocrossonline.com.
FEBRUARY 6 Wichita Wind Ensembles presents “The Soul of Kansas Musicians” 8 p.m. http://www.wichitawindensembles. org. Friends University, Sebits Auditorium, 2100 W. University Ave., Wichita. 316-2011445. Admission: $12 Adults, $10 Senior/ Student, Season tickets available (no children
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5 & under)
Featuring the music of several Kansas composers along with Max Cripe, a soloist with Kansas roots.
FEBRUARY 6 & 7 Wichita Cat Fancy Cat Show
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. http://www.thecotillion. com/. The Cotillion, 11120 W. Kellogg, Wichita. 316-722-4201. Admission: Weekend pass: $5 for adults; $3 for children 6-12 & Seniors 55+, $10 per family
FEBRUARY 6-13 Karg Art Glass - Valentine Celebration 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Karg Art Glass, 111 N. Oliver, Kechi. 316-744-2442
Design your own heart with a master blower or choose one of ours. First 50 customers receive a sweet treat from Cero’s! Call and set up an appointment or just walk in. Master blowing not on Sunday.
FEBRUARY 5 -13 Life Story of a Star
7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. http://webs.wichita. edu/lapo. Lake Afton Public Observatory, MacArthur Rd. (39th St South) at 247th St West in Lake Afton County Park. 316-7948995 Admission: Adults $4; Children 6-12 $3; Under 6 Free; Family $12 Stars are born, live out their lives, and die. During this program you can use the observatory’s 16-inch telescope to take a look at examples of the many stages in a star’s life. We will also be looking at Mars as it makes its closest approach to Earth since December, 2007.
FEBRUARY 1 - 21 Scholastic Art Awards & Exhibition
Gallery hours: Tue-Sun 1 - 5 p.m. http://www.wcfta.com. Wichita Center for the Arts, 9112 E. Central, Wichita. 316-6342787. Admission: Free The Wichita Center for the Arts along with the Elizabeth B. Koch and The K.T. Wiedemann Foundation, Inc. will host The 2010 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. The Scholastic Gold Key Award Ceremony will be held
Sunday, February 7, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at the WCFTA.
JANUARY 18-APRIL 16 Winter/Spring Art Classes and Workshops
Varies - see website for details. http://www. wcfta.com. 9112 E. Central, Wichita. 316634-2787. Admission: Varies - see website for details. A diverse selection of art classes and workshops for all ages from preschool to adult. Classes include drawing, painting, pottery, jewelry making, enameling, sculpture, and cooking. For more details or to enroll, call 316-634-2787 ext. 219 or visit www. wcfta.com.
FEBRUARY 6 - APRIL 25 Wild Music - National Traveling Exhibit
Tue-Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun noon - 5 p.m. http://www.exploration.org. Exploration Place, 300 N. McLean Blvd., Wichita. 316-660-0600. Admission: Included with museum admission. Free for Members. Close your eyes and listen. What do you hear? A car motor. A baby laughing. Birds squawking. Leaves on trees rustling. Celebrate every note of every player (including you!) in the symphony of life as you learn the music of nature and the very nature of music. Customize a soundscape using a virtual sound mixer. In the Jam Room, play acoustic and electronic instruments to create your own music. Use a hydrophone suspended under water to hear a trolling motor, a shower, an underwater speaker, a bubbler, and a ratchet. Record a video of how music has affected your life. Plus much more!
JANUARY 23 - MAY 9 The Adventures of Mr. Potato Head - National Traveling Exhibit Tue-Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun noon - 5 p.m. http://www.exploration.org. Exploration Place, 300 N. McLean Blvd., Wichita. 316-660-0600. Admission: Included with museum admission. Free for Members.
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