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Legend Senior Living KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY June 2018 • 3 Grandfather, grandson share love of baseball By Kevin Groenhagen letics Express trolley bus to the ball park,” Dave said. “I think I paid 25 or ccording to Dave Pomeroy of 50 cents for a child’s ticket to see the ATopeka, he got his love for base- game. Occasionally, we would get a PHOTO COURTESY ball from his grandfather. Coke or snack. It was so much simpler “He lived in Arkansas City and he at that time.” would take me to minor league games After graduating from high school, there,” Dave said. “This is when many Dave went to Lawrence to attend the towns that size had professional base- University of Kansas (KU). While ball. He was a St. Louis Cardinals fan there, he helped pay his way through and he listened to their games on the college by selling antennas to profes- radio. He worked for Missouri Pacifi c sors who wanted to watch the public Railroad. He didn’t make a lot of television station in Kansas City, Mo. money and wouldn’t have been able to While he was still at KU, Dave, as go to St. Louis for a game. He could well as thousands of other Athletics ride the train for free, but he couldn’t fans, got some bad news. In October afford a hotel. My grandmother said 1967, the American League owners he got ‘sick’ every summer and they gave Charles “Charlie” O. Finley, who would send him to the hospital in St. had controlling interest in the A’s, per- Louis. He would then walk out of the mission to move the team to Oakland hospital and go to see the Cardinals for the 1968 season. Major League play.” Baseball returned to Kansas City on As a teenager living near Kansas April 8, 1969, when the Kansas City City, Dave would often see the Kansas Royals played their inaugural game City Athletics play. against the Minnesota Twins. “My mother would drop us off in CONTINUED ON PAGE FOUR Dave Pomeroy and Alex Laughlin at Fenway Park Waldo, friends and I would get on the streetcar, and then we’d take the Ath-
Kaw Valley SeniorMonthly Kevin L. Groenhagen Editor and Publisher Kaw Valley Senior Monthly is published monthly by Groenhagen Advertising, L.L.C., Lawrence, Kansas, and is distributed at over 160 locations throughout the Lawrence- Topeka area. Any opinions expressed by our writers are not necessarily those of Groenhagen Advertising, L.L.C. Subscription rate is $8.50 for 12 monthly issues. Contact us: MAIL 2612 Cranley St. Lawrence, KS 66046 PHONE / TEXT 785-841-9417 E-MAIL [email protected] Senior Monthly is locally owned and operated. 4 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY realized at the time that that trip would “We saw the White Sox one day and fans have seen in person. be the beginning of a 15-year mission then the Cubs the next day.” “We saw a perfect game in Chicago,” Baseball to see a game in every city that hosts a “We drove to Milwaukee from Alex said. “That’s a rare occurrence.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE THREE Major League Baseball team. there,” Alex added. “We picked a perfect day for that,” Major League Baseball is divided “We then went to Minneapolis,” Dave added. “You don’t expect to see After graduating from KU and living into an American League and a Dave said. that.” briefl y in Lexington, Kentucky, Dave National League. Each league has 15 “Our longest driving trip was to Oak- That was in 2009, when Mark Bueh- went to work at KCSD (Channel 19) teams. Chicago, Los Angeles, and New land,” Dave continued. “On the way, rle of the Chicago White Sox pitched in Kansas City. KCSD was an educa- York each host two teams, so Dave and we drove to Denver to see the Rock- a perfect game against the Tampa Bay tional station operated by the Kansas Alex’s goal would require them to see ies play. We then went to Oakland Rays. A perfect game is a complete City school district. In 1971, as the games in 27 different cities. and saw three games. We saw another game pitched without a runner reach- Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) “Starting with Cincinnati was appro- game in San Francisco. We then drove ing base either by hit, base-on-balls, or came into existence, the school dis- priate because that’s where Alex’s south to Los Angeles to see the Dodg- error. During the modern era of Major trict sold the license to a collection mother saw her fi rst Major League ers and Angels. We saw the Padres in League Baseball (1900-present), there of Kansas Citians calling themselves Baseball game at the old Crosley San Diego. Alex had to fl y home from have been just 21 perfect games. “Public TV 19, Inc.” KCPT picked up Field,” Dave said. there, so I fi nished up on my own. I saw During the years, Dave and Alex PBS in January 1972. By the time Alex saw the Reds play a game in Phoenix.” also saw a few minor league games Dave later spent more than 30 in Cincinnati, the team had built two Some of their trips took place before together. In fact, one of Dave’s fond- years as the program director for other stadiums, Riverfront Stadium technology made it easier to travel est memories occurred during such a KTWU, Topeka’s PBS station, which (Cinergy Field) and Great American from place to place. game. is owned by Washburn University. As Ball Park. “Before smartphones were avail- “We saw a minor league game in the years went by, his family grew The next city they visited together able, we got lost using maps a few Memphis,” Dave said. “Alex was to include three daughters and sev- was Atlanta, where they saw the Braves times,” Alex said. “We got lost some- fairly young. Most kids are up running eral grandchildren, including Alex play. They would usually fl y to the dif- where near Buffalo, New York, for around the stadium and not paying Laughlin. ferent cities to see baseball games, but quite a while when we were driving to attention to the game. We were on the When Alex was 10 years old, he they would occasionally drive to their Toronto.” front row of left fi eld. At one point, joined his grandfather and other family destinations. The grandfather and grandson have an usher came over and gave Alex a members on a trip to Cincinnati to see “We drove to Chicago and saw the also witnessed something few baseball the Reds play. Neither one of them White Sox and the Cubs,” Dave said. CONTINUED ON PAGE FIVE
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Learn about our Alzheimers and Dementia Care Homes: www.mybridgehaven.com or call us at 785.371.1106 16 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY HEALTH & WELLNESS CAA STEPHENS CHAPIN Marshmallow root is INSURANCE healthy for you aca, Lepidium meyenii, is a been described similar to butterscotch. Mmedicinal plant from the High Maca can be eaten as a food and pre- Andes of Peru. It has been grown, har- pared in soups, fermented drinks and vested ,and included in the diet of the teas, boiled, roasted, and made into Turning 65? Peruvians for centuries. The history breakfast food similar to cooked oat- ofMaca as a medicinal plant dates back meal. The root of theMaca plant has to the Incas who lived in the mountain- been used medicinally to treat a variety ous region of Peru, where the plant was of conditions. We offer all MEDICARE once found in abundance.Maca thrives Current medical research has shown in extreme weather conditions, such as thatMaca root does not contain any powerful winds and the bitter cold. In hormones, but it can increase hormone Supplement and production in the body. It also balances the existing hormones, making them Dr. more stable. Advantage plans Maca has been used for a variety Farhang of conditions, including menopausal symptoms, especially hot fl ashes, Khosh night sweats, depression, anxiety, mood swings, and hormonal imbal- ance. In addition to other medicinal ancient times, the warriors consumed- treatments, this plant has been used Maca root to boost their stamina and in chronic fatigue syndrome, to boost strength before battle. energy levels athletic performance, There are three different main and memory, to treat male infertility, kinds ofMaca roots that grow in Peru. to increase libido, to build muscles, Each of them can be identifi ed by its to improve bone strength, to stabilize color. The fi rst one is yellow. The yel- blood sugar levels, to reduce hunger lowMaca is the most common type between meals, and to reduce infl am- ofMaca root that is grown. It is known mation. for its effects on overall health and as SinceMaca can provide an increase a fl avorful addition to any meal. It is in energy levels, it is better to take it in also been shown to help protect the the morning or at lunch. If taken to late skin from UV radiation when applied in the day, it can interfere with sleep, topically. causing insomnia. If you are consider- The second type ofMaca root is ing takingMaca or any supplement or s !LL ORIGINAL -EDICARE 3UPPLEMENT 0LANS called red, but it typically has a purple medicinal plant, it is always advisable s !LL !DVANTAGE 0LANS or pink color. It is used for bone struc- to check with your healthcare practitio- ture weakness. ner to see if it is safe for you. s #OMPETITIVE $RUG 0LANS BlackMaca root is the last type and - Dr. Farhang Khosh, N.D., is a Natu- is the hardest to fi nd. The blackMaca ropathic Doctor practicing at Natural is also described as gray. It is highly Medical Care in Lawrence. He can be Call Bill Woody or Chris Chapin sought after to improve brain function, reached at 785-749-2255. such as memory and cognition. In men, 785-841-9538 it has been used to reduce infl amma- tion in an enlarged prostate. Please recycle CAA STEPHENS CHAPIN INSURANCE TheMaca plant belongs to the bras- this copy of sica (mustard) family and, like broc- Kaw Valley 2711 West 6th St., Ste. A coli or caulifl ower, is a cruciferous Senior Monthly Lawrence, KS 66049 vegetable. The plant resembles a when you are turnip or a radish, and its smell has through with it. www.sciagency.com KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY June 2018 • 17 normal perception of how fast or how refl exes have also been affected, and HEALTH & WELLNESS far you have moved your head. the PT will give you exercises for that. Treat BPPV for Better Balance Physical therapists are well trained in Part of the concern about BPPV is evaluating balance and gait problems that it can also affect balance. When you and help you improve those also. Help, I’m dizzy! have BPPV, usually the labyrinth for Finally, what was up with Martha? one ear is affected, and basically send- First of all, Martha is a fi ctional ing bogus information to your brain. person, but I have heard her story By Roseanne Smith PT variety of other medical issues. The brain coordinates information from repeatedly from my patients. It is likely Common Cause: BPPV your Vestibular system, vision, and that Martha slept on her side, and while artha woke up in bed one morn- The most common cause of intermit- sensation from your body to keep you sleeping some loose crystals rolled Ming, sat up, and became so dizzy tent dizziness is called Benign Parox- oriented well in space. If one of these into the semicircular canals, giving her she almost fell. She sat on the edge of ysmal Positional Vertigo, or BPPV. systems is malfunctioning it can affect BPPV. When she sat up, that change in her bed, hanging on for dear life, until According to research, it accounts for your balance and lead to falls. Recent position caused the crystals to move, her room stopped spinning. She fi nally 5-40% of dizziness caused by inner ear statistics show that about 10% of people and gave her the illusion that the world was able to stand up and begin her day. problems. In this case, you move and over 65 who are having diffi culty with was spinning. And every time she Off and on for the rest of the day she become dizzy, but usually for less than balance have BPPV. If the BPPV is moved her head it happened again. So, felt dizzy, nauseated, or both. She dis- a minute. The dizziness is usually asso- treated, their balance also improves. I would tell Martha to see her Doctor, covered that if she moved much she ciated with head movement. People do Team of Providers then come see me or one of the other had vertigo, so spent most of her day become nauseated and throw up, par- So, who treats BPPV? If you see an professionals in town who are used to ticularly in the fi rst few days. Some otolaryngologist, they will often have working with people with BPPV. We people have this problem once in their someone in their offi ce who will treat can help her get better and get back to lives. Some people have this problem you by performing an Epley maneuver. doing whatever she normally likes to once every three days. It usually lasts Otherwise, in Lawrence, we have sev- do. She has more important things to for about one to two weeks, but is quite eral physical therapists who can per- do than sit still in her chair at home. variable from one person to another. form a detailed evaluation and treat the - Roseanne Smith PT, is a physical Inner Ear: Vestibular Labyrinth BPPV with the positioning maneuver. therapist at LMH Therapy Services. BPPV is sort of a mechanical prob- If you have had BPPV for some time, She can be reached at Roseanne. sitting still in her chair. What should lem. The inner ear contains the Vestib- it is likely that some of your visual [email protected]. Martha have done? ular Labyrinth, which is how you orient Sort it Out: Causes for Dizziness yourself to gravity and motion. There Unfortunately, there are many causes are a couple of areas in your inner ear for dizziness or vertigo. If you are so that contain calcium carbonate crystals You may already have dizzy you are unable to get up, you that are attached, or should be, to tiny should dial 911 and go to the ER. Oth- hair cells. The weight of the crystals erwise, a good place to begin looking pulls on the hair cells, which sends a a remote control for for help is your doctor’s offi ce. Your signal to your brain and causes you to physician can look at your medications orient your head to gravity. If you shed your next to see if that is the cause, or he or she too many crystals, or fall and hit your can examine you for the possibility of head and knock a whole lot off at once, hearing signifi cant medical problems such as you are more likely to have BPPV. The stroke or tumor that could cause ver- crystals can then roll into the semicir- aids! tigo. In lieu of these major problems, cular canals—usually at night when dizziness can also be due to blood pres- you are sleeping on your side. 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Call Gerald Whiteside, Au.D., CCC-A, to schedule a free consultation. 785-843-8479 1112 W. 6th St. Ste. 100 Lawrence, KS )NDIANA 3T s ,AWRENCE s www.marstonhc.com 18 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY heart muscle shows reduced blood fl ow the esophagus, diseases of the aorta, MAYO CLINIC compared to neighboring parts. gastroesophageal refl ux disease, mus- Nuclear stress tests provide informa- culoskeletal pain, fast heart rhythm tion about the blood fl ow to the heart. If abnormalities and costochondritis. Patient with chest pain despite there is an area in the heart that shows Other causes of shortness of breath reduced blood fl ow compared to the include underlying lung disease such normal stress test results surrounding heart muscle, it’s usually a as COPD, asthma and deconditioning. sign of a critical blockage in a coronary Finally, no test is 100 percent accu- should seek further evaluation artery. The nuclear stress test also pro- rate. A stress test can be wrong for a vides information about overall heart variety of reasons. For example, a DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What tion, this can also be a sign of underly- function, however doesn’t provide nuclear stress test may be inaccurate could cause chest discomfort or short- ing coronary artery disease. information about the heart valves or if someone has severe blockages in ness of breath during exercise or other Echo images done at rest show how lining around the heart (pericardium) all three main coronary arteries. The physical activity in women who have strong the heart is pumping and if there the way an echo does. test looks for differences in blood fl ow had a “normal” stress test? is evidence of a previous heart attack. An echo or nuclear stress test may between areas of the heart. If the entire ANSWER: Chest pain or shortness Additionally, echo images can provide not reveal certain conditions, such as heart has reduced blood fl ow, no one of breath that happens with exertion information about the heart valves, the microvascular angina. That happens area of the heart will look abnormal could be symptoms of a number of lining around the heart, and if there is when cholesterol builds up in the small- compared to the rest. medical conditions—even when the high blood pressure in the lungs, a con- est blood vessels that supply the heart. If you’re having chest pain or short- results of a stress test appear normal. dition called pulmonary hypertension. Nuclear and echo stress tests don’t ness of breath following a normal stress The two most common stress tests The echo can also show how effi cient assess for changes in those tiny ves- test, continue to seek medical evalu- are echocardiogram (or echo) stress your heart is pumping blood around sels. Some women may have coronary ation. Work with your doctor to keep tests and nuclear stress tests. the body (the ejection fraction). Some artery vasospasm—a muscle spasm investigating until the source of the An echocardiogram uses sound individuals have symptoms of short- affecting the thin muscular layer of the symptoms is identifi ed. - Amy Pollak, waves to make up images of the heart ness of breath due to congestive heart coronary arteries. This condition can M.D., Cardiovascular Diseases, Mayo beating and pumping blood. For an failure. An echo will show if the heart cause chest discomfort with a normal Clinic, Jacksonville, Fla. echo stress, you walk on a treadmill to function is impaired due to a weak- stress test result. - Mayo Clinic Q & A is an educa- increase your heart rate, or you may be ened pump (heart failure with reduced A normal stress test result only shows tional resource and doesn’t replace given medication that increases your ejection fraction) or a stiffened pump that there is not a signifi cant coronary regular medical care. E-mail a ques- heart rate. As your heart rate rises, (heart failure with preserved ejection artery blockage. A smaller blockage tion to [email protected]. the health care team monitors you to fraction). could be present that isn’t picked up by For more information, visit www. see if the heart muscle is pumping as If your doctor suspects you have cor- the stress test. Being attentive to risk mayoclinic.org. strongly as it should. onary artery disease, the other common factors for heart disease (such as high © 2018 Mayo Foundation For Medical Education If there is signifi cant blockage in a type of stress test is called a nuclear cholesterol, family history, diabetes, And Research. Distributed By Tribune Content blood vessel that leads to the heart—a stress test. Nuclear stress tests also can tobacco use and high blood pressure) is Agency, LLC. All Rights Reserved. coronary artery—the part of the heart be done either while on a treadmill or still important even when a stress test muscle supplied by that vessel won’t with medication to stimulate the heart. is normal. pump as vigorously as the other parts The test looks at the blood fl ow to the It’s possible, too, that the cause Please recycle of the heart muscle around it. The stress heart and overall heart function. If there of chest pain or shortness of breath this copy of echo images look at how the heart is was a signifi cant blockage in a blood isn’t related to the heart. It could be Kaw Valley pumping at rest compared to after the vessel to the heart, blood wouldn’t be a lung disorder, such as a blood clot Senior Monthly stress portion of the test. If the heart able to travel as well downstream to the to the lungs, known as a pulmonary when you are function is normal at rest but doesn’t heart muscle, and on the nuclear images embolism.Additionally, other causes pump as strongly after the stress por- we would see the affected part of the of chest discomfort include spasm of through with it.
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But if you invest in your starting in 2018, you can also use up to o you know about 529 savings plus a 10 percent federal penalty, on own state’s plan, you might receive $10,000 per year, per benefi ciary, from Dplans? If not, you are not alone – the earnings portion of withdrawals not some type of state tax benefi t, such as a a 529 plan to pay for tuition expenses at although these plans have been around used for qualifi ed education expenses.) deduction or credit. Additional benefi ts public, private or religious elementary since 1996, many people are still High contribution limits – Contri- also may be available. and secondary schools. (Not all states unaware of them. And that’s unfor- bution limits are generally quite high Flexibility in changing investments recognize K-12 expenses as qualifying tunate, because a 529 plan can be a for most states’ 529 plans. However, – You can switch investment options in for 529 plan benefi ts, so consult your valuable tool for anyone who wants you could possibly incur gift tax conse- your 529 plan up to twice a year. Or, local tax advisor before investing.) quences if your contributions, plus any if you’d rather take a more hands-off Education is a great investment in a other gifts, to a particular benefi ciary approach, you could select an auto- child’s future. And to make that educa- exceed $15,000 during a single year. matic age-based option that starts out tion more affordable, you might want Derek Ability to switch benefi ciaries – As with a heavier emphasis on growth- to make your own investment in a 529 the old song goes, “The future is not oriented investments and shifts toward plan. Osborn ours to see.” You might name a par- less risky, fi xed-income vehicles as the - Derek Osborn is with Edward ticular child or grandchild as a benefi - benefi ciary approaches college age. 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TUESDAYS 3110 SW Huntoon, 6:30 p.m. on the prairie, once guiding pioneers to their asapconnected.com/ or please call. 9 a.m. to THE BLANKET PROJECT TOPEKA, 785-235-9073 destinations and now marking historic locations. noon at Hummer Sports Park, S.W. 6th and Calling all knitters, crocheters, and quilters The Kansas Champion Tree program works to Oakley. WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS identify these trees so they can be preserved and TOPEKA, 785-354-5225 who want to gather for a good cause—You are LEGIONACRES invited to participate with the residents at Arbor enjoyed by all. The historic Leavenworth area is 3408 W. 6th St., 6:45 p.m. JUN 4 Court Retirement Community to create needed home to many Kansas State Champion trees. On LAWRENCE, 785-842-3415 blankets for the Pregnancy Center of Lawrence. this trip we will have a full day to learn about MEDICARE MONDAYS Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas This is also an opportunity to teach and learn. the Champion Tree program, view some of FRIDAYS (SHICK) counselors help you navigate through If you want to learn a new art form, we are here these beautiful, giant trees and hear stories about EAGLES LODGE the complex maze that is Medicare. Bring your to assist you as well. Arbor Court Retirement “hunting for the big ones!” Tour Guide: Jon 1803 W. 6th St., 7 p.m. questions. Topeka & Shawnee County Public Community at Alvamar, 1510 St. Andrews Dr., Standing. You may register for this trip at any Library, Marvin Auditorium 101C, 1515 SW 2 p.m. LAWRENCE, 785-843-9690 Lawrence recreation center, or on-line at www. 10th Ave., 1-3 p.m. LAWRENCE, 785-841-6845 lprd.org. For more information, please contact FRIDAYS Gayle Sigurdson, Lifelong Recreation program- TOPEKA, 785-580-4400 FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH ARAB SHRINE mer. Class Code: 327867-A. Fee. Registration JUN 6-20 FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK Mini Bingo 6:30 p.m., Regular Bingo 7 p.m. Deadline: May 16. The artwalk takes place all across Topeka TOPEKA, 785-234-5656 LAWRENCE, 785-832-7909 INTRODUCTION TO SKYGAZING Enjoying the outdoors includes looking from 5:30-8:30 p.m. each fi rst Friday of the FIRST & THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH up! Join us as we explore the sky and learn month—and of course, some businesses open EDUCATION general astronomy of both night and day skies. a little earlier or keep their doors open later, VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS Evening classes will look at what there is to but please check individual Facebook pages for 2806 North 155th, 7 p.m. ONGOING see in the Cosmic Zoo using the naked eye, information about hours. Find the latest listing BASEHOR, 913-526-0080 COOKING CLASSES binoculars and telescopes. Instruction will of gallery features on our home page—or pick The Merc offers many healthy cooking classes include use of planispheres, star charts, and up a printed copy of the artwalk map at any DAY TRIPS/TOURS every month. To learn more about classes and to apps. Instructor is Rick Heschmeyer, president participating business. You can sign up for our register, see The Merc’s website. of the Astronomy Associates of Lawrence, monthly Artwalk enewsletter to get the updates THURSDAYS LAWRENCE, 785-843-8544 a NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador, in your email. BEHIND THE BRICKS: WATKINS themerc.coop/classes and Master Outreach Award winner from TOPEKA, artsconnecttopeka.org MUSEUM TOURS The Astronomical League. Registration fee ONGOING LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Every Thursday, Watkins volunteer Michele includes planisphere, astronomy fl ashlight, FREE INSURANCE COUNSELING FINAL FRIDAYS Montour introduces visitors to the amazing solar viewing glasses and education materials. architecture of the Watkins Building and some Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas Final Fridays is a celebration of the arts that Class Code: 327450-A, Fee. Registration is of our fascinating exhibits. This tour is a short, (SHICK) representatives will meet one on one to includes special exhibits, performances and required. You may register for the class at any free, and fun way to spend time Thursday after- answer questions and offer assistance with Medi- demonstrations in Downtown Lawrence on Lawrence recreation center, or online at www. noons soaking up some local history! Watkins care, Supplemental, or Long Term Care Insur- the Final Friday of the month. See website for lprd.org. Baker Wetlands, Discovery Center, Museum of History, 1047 Massachusetts St., ance or the Medicare Prescription Drug Program. participating locations. Wednesdays, 7:30-9 p.m. For more informa- 2-2:30 p.m. Free. Stormont Vail Health HealthWise Clinic, 2252 LAWRENCE, 785-842-3883 tion, please contact Gayle Sigurdson, Lifelong LAWRENCE, 785-841-4109 S.W. 10th Ave. Call for times and appointments. fi nalfridayslawrence.wordpress.com Recreation programmer. watkinsmuseum.org TOPEKA, (785) 354-6787 LAWRENCE, 785-832-7909 JUN 29 FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH SECOND AND FOURTH MONDAYS JUN 11 ART WALK LEXINGTON LUNCHES Lexington Park, 1011 SW Cottonwood Ct. , 4-7 DISCOVER WITH DOLE HEALTHWISE SENIOR SUPPER Drop by the Dole Institute on the fi rst Saturday Lecture and lunch. Lexington Park, 1011 SW p.m. Cotton O’Neil cardiac electrophysiologist Alap of each month for an interactive, kid-friendly Cottonwood Ct. TOPEKA, 785-273-4545 Shah, M.D., will share “Reducing Strokes from visit to discover uniquely themed items in the TOPEKA, 785-273-4545 Atrial Fibrillation: Thinking Outside of the Pill- museum and archives. Activities include crafts, FRIDAYS box” at the monthly Stormont Vail HealthWise BINGO puzzles, coloring, and museum gallery activi- Senior Supper from 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. $5 per ties. Families with young children encouraged! HEALTHWISE TV person for the meal. Reservations required by SUNDAYS & TUESDAYS All programs and events at the Dole Institute “HealthWise TV” offers interviews on health Wednesday, June 6. Register online at https:// AMERICAN LEGION POST NO. 1 are free and open to the public. Dole Institute of and wellness topics of interest to seniors and stormontvail.asapconnected.com/ or please call. 3800 SE Michigan Ave, 6:30 p.m. Politics, 2350 Petefi sh Dr.,10 a.m.-12 p.m. caregivers, as well as a 20-minute, low-impact TOPEKA, 785-354-5225 exercise segment. Airs from 9 to 9:30 a.m. On TOPEKA, 785-267-1923 LAWRENCE, 785-864-4900, doleinstitute.org WIBW-TV, Channel 13. CONTINUED ON PAGE 21 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY June 2018 • 21 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 options. Seminar is designed for those becoming Memorial Stadium is set for June 14. This year JUN 9 eligible for Medicare as well as those consid- we are watching The Lion King. The event is JUN 12 PAOLA HEARTLAND CAR SHOW ering making a change. Seminar will be held free and open to all. 11th & Maine, 5-9 p.m. Classic car show. Paola Chamber of Commerce, MEDICARE EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR at the Heart Center at 929 SW Mulvane. For LAWRENCE 6 W. Peoria, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Free and open to Century Health Solutions, a subsidiary of information call 785-270-4593, sign up at our facebook.com/events/1600737810038809 the public. Stormont Vail Health, will hold a Medicare website http://centuryinsuranceagencyks.com PAOLA, 913-294-4335, paolachamber.org educational seminar Tuesday, June 12, at 2 (on the Medicare tab) or email us at info@ p.m. Learn the basics of Medicare and all its EXHIBITS/SHOWS century-health.com. Light snacks and beverages options. Seminar is designed for those becom- provided. CONTINUED ON PAGE 22 ing eligible for Medicare as well as those TOPEKA considering making a change. Seminar will be held at the Heart Center at 929 SW Mulvane. ENTERTAINMENT For information call 785-270-4593, sign up at our website http://centuryinsuranceagencyks. com (on the Medicare tab) or email us at info@ SUNDAYS century-health.com. Light snacks and beverages LAWRENCE IRISH TRADITIONAL provided. SESSION TOPEKA The Lawrence Irish Session is a lively gathering of musicians sharing Irish traditional tunes each JUN 12 week. Beginners and experienced players are SENIOR SUPPER AND SEMINAR welcome. Come to listen, learn and share tunes This month’s topic: “Cataracts” Presented by and songs of Ireland, and best of all, have a Curtis Brown, MD. On the second Tuesday of great time. Henry’s on 8th, Upstairs in the Pub, each month, seniors are invited to come and 11 E. 8th St., 5:30-9 p.m. dine at LMH for $5.50 and enjoy a healthy LAWRENCE, lawrencesession.com three course meal prepared by the Unidine chefs, plus conversation with others. After the THURSDAYS meal, there will be a short educational program JUNKYARD JAZZ on a health or wellness topic of interest to older Put on your dancing shoes and dance to the adults. Reservations are required due to limited sounds of The Junkyard Jazz. American Legion, seating and must be made at least 24 hours 3408 West 6th St., 7-8:30 p.m. in advance. Call LMH Connect Care at (785) LAWRENCE, 785-842-3415 505-5800 or send an e-mail to connectcare@ lmh.org. SATURDAYS LAWRENCE, 785-505-5800, lmh.org JOHN JERVIS, CLASSICAL GUITAR Classical guitar player, John Jervis, who plays JUN 14 every Saturday morning, 8-11 a.m. at Panera, RETIREMENT & MEDICARE 23rd St. and Louisiana St. Enjoy wonderful Learn about Medicare from Senior Health classical and baroque music. Insurance Counseling for Kansas. They will LAWRENCE answer questions, give unbiased counsel and help you determine how Medicare will best SATURDAYS work for you. Topeka & Shawnee County COMMUNITY JAM Public Library, Anton Room 202, 1515 SW Totally free and open to the public, the AMA 10th Ave., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday Jam has become a tradition in the TOPEKA, 785-580-4400 Lawrence music community. All styles and levels welcome, acoustic instruments only. JUN 18 Americana Music Academy, 1419 Massachu- PRE-PLANNING FUNERALS WELL IN setts St., 3-5 p.m. Is the cost of advertising in ADVANCE LAWRENCE, 785-830-9640 Experts will teach you how planning ahead americanamusicacademy.com the daily newspapers and putting your wishes in writing can provide JUN 8-24 peace of mind. Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101C, 1515 CAMELOT getting to be burdensome? SW 10th Ave., 12:30-2 p.m. Based on The Once and Future King by T. H. TOPEKA, 785-580-4400 White Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and Music by Frederick Loewe. Return to the JUN 25 magic and “shining moment” that is Camelot! Call Kevin at 785-841-9417 to find DOWNSIZING WITH EASE Young King Arthur hopes to create an idyllic Carol Ronnebaum, senior real estate special- kingdom guided by honor and righteousness, ist, sets you up for downsizing success. She’ll embodied by his Knights of the Round Table. out how your advertising can reach help you fi gure out where to begin, what to do But Arthur’s perfect world is an illusion fi lled with your stuff, who you can call for help, and with enchantment, pageantry, and glorious seniors in Lawrence and Topeka for whether or not you’re ready for a senior living melodies including “If Ever I Would Leave community or smaller home. Topeka & Shaw- You,” “The Simple Joys of Maidenhood,” rates that are not out of this world. nee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium “The Lusty Month of May.” Theatre Law- 101C, 1515 SW 10th Ave., 12:30-2 p.m. rence, 4660 Bauer Farm Dr. See website for TOPEKA, 785-580-4400 dates and times. LAWRENCE, 785-843-SHOW JUN 26 wp.theatrelawrence.com MEDICARE EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR Century Health Solutions, a subsidiary of JUN 14 Stormont Vail Health, will hold a Medicare MOVIE NIGHT AT MEMORIAL STADIUM educational seminar Tuesday, June 26, at 2 Grab your pillows and blankets, the fourth- p.m. Learn the basics of Medicare and all its annual Movie Night at David Booth Kansas 22 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21 wide selection of fresh products including veg- ONGOING TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS etables, fruit, meat, eggs, baked goods, fl owers ZUMBA GOLD HEALTHWISE EXERCISE CLASS FAIRS/FESTIVALS and more from over 20 locally based vendors. Perfect for active older adults who are looking This fun workout includes chair aerobics, Saturdays. Lenexa Civic Campus, 17201 W. for a modifi ed Zumba class that recreates the strength training, balance and fl exibility MAY 31-JUN 3 87th Street Parkway, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. original moves you love at a lower-intensity pace. exercises tailored to seniors and others looking OLD SHAWNEE DAYS LENEXA, lenexa.com/farmersmarket The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow to stay fi t. 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Join friends and neighbors for a weekend of MAY 8-OCT 23 Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, Thursdays at Stormont Vail Health, 1500 S.W. fun and entertainment the whole family can LAWRENCE FARMERS’ MARKET - range of motion and coordination. Come ready to 10th Ave. Cost: $25 punch card covers 20 drop- enjoy with music, a carnival, contests, games, sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and feel- in classes. Call for enrollment forms. parade (on Saturday), crafts, shopping, food TUESDAYS ing strong. Choose from three class different class TOPEKA, 785-354-5225 and so much more. Shawnee Town 1929, 11600 As Kansas’ oldest and largest producer market, schedules to meet your needs. For more informa- Johnson Drive, 6-10 p.m. Free. the Lawrence Farmers’ Market offers a festive, tion or to enroll, call the Community Building or TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS bustling atmosphere with the freshest, healthi- SHAWNEE, 913-631-6545 search activity 127102 at www.lprd.org. FLEXERCISE est food produced within 50 miles of Lawrence. oldshawneedays.org LAWRENCE, 785-832-7920 This exercise program emphasizes safe and Parking Garage by Lawrence Public Library, benefi cial movements and routines that will JUN 2 & 3 707 Vermont St., 4-6 p.m. DAILY increase your fl exibility, strength and endur- GERMANFEST LAWRENCE, lawrencefarmersmarket.org EXERCISE CLASS ance. Meets from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at East In addition to great music, the festival will have Lexington Park, 1011 SW Cottonwood Ct, 10 a.m. Lawrence Recreation Center, 1245 E. 15th St. food like kraustrudels, sauerbraten, German HEALTH & fi tness TOPEKA, 785-273-4545 Closed. Fee. Enroll at LPRD.org or at East Lawrence Center. sausage and sage balls and noodles. See website FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH for schedule. Sacred Heart – St Joseph Parish, ONGOING LAWRENCE, 785-856-6030 HEALTHWISE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC 312 NE Freeman Ave. PERSONAL TRAINING TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS TOPEKA, 785-234-3338 Need help reaching your fi tness goals? Drop in 9:30-11 a.m. at the Downtown YMCA, sacredheartstjosephcatholic.org Lawrence Parks and Recreation has certifi ed 421 S.W. Van Buren. Free. No appointment FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC personal trainers to help you make your work- necessary. Held at the Wakarusa Wellness Center, 4920 JUN 2 outs safe, productive and successful. Training TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 Bob Billings Parkway, located 1 block west of CAPITOL CITY FAMILY & FOOD TRUCK and registration are available at all recreation Wakarusa at the intersection of Research Park MONDAYS THROUGH FRIDAYS Drive. From 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-6 p.m. No FESTIVAL centers. For more information, contact Gayle A.M. WALKING CLUB Food trucks, vendors and more will be posi- Sigurdson. appointment necessary. Need exercise? Come to the East Lawrence tioned in an L shape around the Capitol—from LAWRENCE, 785-832-7920 LAWRENCE, 785-856-6030 Recreation Center (7-9 a.m.) or Holcom Park SW 10th Ave. between Harrison and Jackson Recreation Center (7-11 a.m.), Monday through TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS and from Jackson from 10th to 9th, 11 a.m.-5 ONGOING Friday. You’ll get your heart pumping and have VACCINE CLINICS p.m. Admission to Festival is FREE. Food HEALTHY STEPS MALL WALKING a great time building friendships with fellow Shingrix (shingles), Tdap (tetanus, diphthe- trucks will charge. Walk in a safe, climate-controlled setting at West Ridge Mall, Topeka, 1801 S.W. Wana- walkers. FREE. Lawrence Parks and Recreation. ria and pertussis (whooping cough)) and Td TOPEKA, 785-296-3966 For more information, contact Stephen Mason. (tetanus and diphtheria) vaccines are available visittopeka.com/foodtruck maker. Mall walking hours are Monday- Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. LAWRENCE, 785-832-7950 by appointment and with a Cotton O’Neil phy- sician’s prescription. HealthWise Clinic, 2252 JUN 22 & 23 to 6 p.m. Log your visits – at the kiosk in the MONDAYS THROUGH FRIDAYS ST. JOHN’S 38TH ANNUAL MEXICAN northwest corner of the lower level - to be eli- S.W. 10th Ave. Call for information. gible for prizes from sponsors West Ridge Mall PICKLEBALL - OPEN PLAY TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 FIESTA Monday-Friday at the Sports Pavilion Lawrence. and Stormont Vail Health. Free. John’s Fiesta raises money for the Spanish For competitive, recreational and beginning play- WEDNESDAYS TOPEKA language program at St. John School and ers. Call the East Lawrence Center for specifi c OPEN BOCCE BALL scholarships for post-secondary education for ONGOING days and times. There is no charge for open play. Interested in playing bocce ball? There are students of Mexican descent in the Lawrence LAWRENCE, 785-832-7950 two public courts at Holcom Park. Equip- Catholic community. Authentic Mexican food, FREE MEMORY SCREENING CLINIC Schedule a free, confi dential memory screening ment can be checked out from the Holcom live entertainment, fun for the whole family. MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, & FRIDAYS Park Recreation Center. Beginners are invited 1234 Kentucky St., 6-11:30 p.m. at the Cotton O’Neil Clinical Research Center. The screening takes about 20 minutes. You will SENIOR EXERCISES to join experienced players for open play on LAWRENCE, 785-843-0109 Seaman Community Church, 2036 NW Taylor. receive a copy of your results and they can be Wednesday nights from 6-8 p.m. Call 832-7940 stjohnsfi esta.com 9:30-10:15 a.m. made available to your physician. By appoint- for information or to make court reservations ment Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. TOPEKA, 785-357-8777 or 785-213-6016 within 24 hours of playing time. LAWRENCE FARMERS’ MARKETS TOPEKA, 785-368-0744 FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH APR 14-NOV 17 ONGOING HEALTHWISE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC WEDNESDAYS LAWRENCE FARMERS’ MARKET - WELLNESS COACHING Drop in 8:30-9:30 a.m. at West Ridge Mall (Food FREE NUTRITION CLINIC Court, near the restrooms), 1801 S.W. Wana- SATURDAYS Are you trying to make lasting lifestyle Meet with a Stormont Vail Health registered maker Road. Free. No appointment necessary. dietitian to discuss your nutrition needs and As Kansas’ oldest and largest producer market, changes related to healthier eating, weight TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 questions. Appointments available at the the Lawrence Farmers’ Market offers a festive, loss exercise, smoking cessation or improving HealthWise Clinic, 2252 S.W. 10th Ave. Call bustling atmosphere with the freshest, healthiest your blood pressure, cholesterol or glucose TUESDAYS for an appointment. food produced within 50 miles of Lawrence. 824 numbers? Consider meeting with a certifi ed FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 New Hampshire St. April 14–August 25, 7-11 wellness coach. LMH offers this service for a Drop in 10 a.m.-noon every Tuesday. Stormont a.m., September 1–November 17, 8 a.m.-noon. fee. To learn more, contact Aynsley Anderson Vail Health’s HealthWise Clinic, 2252 S.W. WEDNESDAYS LAWRENCE, lawrencefarmersmarket.org Sosinski, RN at (785) 505-3066 or aynsley. 10th Ave. No appointment necessary. [email protected]. FREE MEDICATION CLINIC TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 Bring questions to Stormont Vail Health’s APR 14-NOV LAWRENCE TOPEKA FARMERS’ MARKET trained pharmacy staff regarding your medica- TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS tions (prescriptions or over-the-counter). Saturdays. 12th and Harrison, South of the ONGOING JAZZERCISE LITE Appointments available by phone or at the Judicial Building, 7:30 a.m.-noon. FIT FOR LIFE Fitness that’s invigorating, not intimidating. HealthWise Clinic, 2252 S.W. 10th Ave. Call TOPEKA, 785-249-4704 Exercise in a safe, supervised and non-threaten- This 60-minute class pairs moderate aero- for an appointment. downtowntopekafarmersmarket.com ing environment. Physician’s medical clear- bics with exercises designed to improve your ance required. 12 sessions. Fee. LMH Therapy TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 APR 21-OCT 27 strength, balance, and fl exibility. 10:20-11:20 Services. a.m. at 3115 W. 6th St. LENEXA FARMERS’ MARKET LAWRENCE, 785-505-2712 LAWRENCE, 785-331-4333 Visit the new Lenexa Farmers Market for a CONTINUED ON PAGE 23 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY June 2018 • 23 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 wait depending on how many others are ahead FRIDAYS FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH of you. LMH Main Campus (West Lobby), 325 FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH Clinton Place, 2125 Clinton Parkway, INDIVIDUAL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT Maine St. , 8-9:30 a.m. Lawrence, 9-10 a.m. Individual appointments are available, 5:30- FREE HEARING CONSULTATIONS LAWRENCE, 785-505-5800, lmh.org Wyndam Place, 2551 Crossgate Dr., 7:30 p.m., as well as phone support. Other times Dr. Matthew J. Brown of Kaw Valley Hearing is Lawrence, 10:30-11:30 a.m. are available. No cost. Call Terry Frizzell. pleased to announce that every fi rst Wednesday JUL 2 Peterson Acres, 2930 Peterson Rd., TOPEKA, 785-271-6500; 785-230-6730 on of the month he will be offering free hearing UKANDOIT 2018 WELLNESS CHAL- Lawrence, 1-2 p.m. fi rst Monday between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. consultations. Call today to schedule your LENGE PROGRAM desired appointment time or stop in the fi rst Join LMH for a fun program to help you stay MEETINGS FIRST & THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH Wednesday of the month. If you currently wear fi t and well this summer, and learn more about BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP hearing aids stop in for a free clean and check our home state. UKANDOIT is a free, six-week LAWRENCE SENIOR CENTER of your existing hearing aids. SUNDAYS wellness challenge program that you do on your 2:15-3:45 PM, 785-842-0543 LAWRENCE, (785)748-8034 own or with a group of your choosing. Each O.U.R.S. (OLDSTERS UNITED FOR week you will be presented with wellness chal- RESPONSIBLE SERVICE) DANCE FIRST & THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH THURSDAYS lenges from the categories of fi tness, nutrition OURS dances are held every Sunday evening GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP WELLNESS CLINIC and miscellaneous. You may elect to achieve from 6-9 p.m. at the Eagles Lodge, 1803 W. 6th Facilitated by LMH Chaplain Angela Lowe. Blood pressure checks, weights. Lexington one, two or three challenges each week. At the St. Dances are open to everyone. Admission is Meets in the LMH Chapel, 2nd fl oor. Lawrence Park, 1011 SW Cottonwood Ct, 12:30 p.m. end of the six weeks, successful participants will $7 per person. Carry-in meal served at 7:15. Memorial Hospital. TOPEKA, 785-273-4545 receive a small incentive reward. To register: LAWRENCE LAWRENCE, 785-505-3140 FRIDAYS enroll at lmh.org; e-mail Aynsley at aynsley. [email protected]; or call (785) 505-3066. MONDAYS FIRST & THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS Enrollment deadline is Friday June 29. Program BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Arbor Court, 1510 St. Andrews, 8:30 a.m. Open begins Monday, July 2, and continues through Meets at Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold, 5:30 For adults who have lost loved ones. Call LMH to the public. Sunday, August 12. p.m. Call Dena for more information. Chaplain Angela Lowe for more information. LAWRENCE, 785-841-6845 LAWRENCE LAWRENCE, 785-979-8362 LAWRENCE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS 4-5 PM, 785-840-3140 HEALTHWISE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC JULY 4 EVENTS WATER AEROBICS CLASSES FIRST & THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH Drop in 9:30-11 a.m. at the Southwest YMCA, OrthoKansas, P.A. offers aquatic programs and CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 3635 S.W. Chelsea Drive. Free. No appoint- JUL 4 services, which are open to the public. Special Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed with the ment necessary. SPIRIT OF KANSAS features include warm water therapeutic pool responsibilities of caring for a spouse, parent, TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 Start your Fourth of July celebration with a with deep water capability. Class times are 6:30 or loved one? Do you need information about classic car show followed by the Blues Festival a.m., 9 a.m., and 5 p.m. 1112 W. 6th St., Ste. Alzheimer’s disease or other disorders? Please THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH with food trucks and vendors, watch the Water 124. join us in one of our Caregiver Support Groups. HEALTHWISE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC Ski Show in the early evening and then enjoy LAWRENCE, 785-838-7885 Sponsored by the Senior Resource Center for Drop in 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Oakland Com- the Capitol Federal Fireworks Display at Lake OrthoKansasPA.com munity Center, 801 N.E. Poplar. Free. No Shawnee. Lake Shawnee, 3137 SE 29th, 9 a.m.- CONTINUED ON PAGE 24 appointment necessary. 10:30 p.m. Free. TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 TOPEKA, 785-251-6800, parks.snco.us THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH JUL 4 Kaw Valley HEALTHWISE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC OVERLAND PARK STAR SPANGLED SPEC- Drop in 9 to 10 a.m. at the Rose Hill Place club- TACULAR house, S.W. 37th and Gage Boulevard. Free. No Join the City of Overland Park for an Indepen- SeniorMonthly appointment necessary. dence Day celebration! Live musical perfor- TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 mances will include the Overland Park Civic FOURTH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH Band and The Elders, a local Celtic rock band. Have Kaw Valley Food trucks will be on hand all evening, leading HEALTHWISE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC up to a fi reworks performance once the sun goes Senior Monthly Drop in 9-10:30 a.m. at the Kuehne Branch down. Corporate Woods Founders’ Park (North) YMCA, 1936 N.W. Tyler St. Free. No 9711 W. 109th St., 5-10 p.m. Free admittance. delivered right to appointment necessary. OVERLAND PARK, 913-344-8656 TOPEKA, 785-354-6787 your home. Just JUN 5 Lawrence Public HEALTHY STEPS CELEBRATION $ 50 Join us at the monthly Healthy Steps Celebra- Library BOOKMOBILE tion at West Ridge Mall, 1801 S.W. Wanamaker. 8 9 to 10 a.m. at the lower level center court. Free MONDAYS blood pressure screenings, snacks and goodies, Prairie Commons, 5121 Congressional Circle, for 12 issues! and prize drawings are included. Come hear Lawrence, 9-10 a.m. Susan Bullock, executive director of Homestead Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold Dr., Name: ______Assisted Living, discuss aging issues. Free and Lawrence, 10:30-11:30 a.m. open to all. Vermont Towers, 1101 Vermont St., Address: ______TOPEKA Lawrence, 1-2 p.m. City: ______State: ____ Zip: ______JUN 6 WEDNESDAYS KNOW YOUR NUMBERS – CHOLESTEROL Brandon Woods, 1501 Inverness Dr., AND GLUCOSE SCREENING Lawrence, 9-10 a.m. Mail this completed form along with $8.50* to: This drop in screening event offers a lipid Arbor Court, 1510 St. Andrews Dr., profi le (full cholesterol test) and blood sugar Lawrence, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Groenhagen Advertising, L.L.C. (glucose) by fi nger stick. $20/test. A fast of 9-10 Babcock Place, 1700 Massachusetts St., 2612 Cranley St. hours is recommended; water and necessary Lawrence, 1-2 p.m. medications are okay. Please note: each test Lawrence, KS 66046 takes about 10 minutes so there may be a short * Please make out check or money order to “Groenhagen Advertising.” 24 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 families and individuals to share healthy ways SECOND MONDAY, SEP-MAY SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH of coping and grieving. Contact Steve New- Douglas County, 2920 Haskell Ave., 2:15-3:45 LAWRENCE CLASSICS, GENERAL NAACP MEETING-LAWRENCE CHAPTER comer at for more information. Pozez Education p.m. FEDERATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS Meets at the Lawrence public Library Gallery Center, 1505 SW 8th St. LAWRENCE, 785-842-0543 Volunteer service club. Room at 6:30 p.m. TOPEKA, 785-478-4947 or 785-296-8349 LAWRENCE, 785-331-4575 LAWRENCE, 785-841-0030, 785-979-4692 EEVERYVERY TTUESDAYUESDAY TTHROUGHHROUGH FFRIDAYRIDAY WEDNESDAYS SECOND MONDAY OF THE MONTH SECOND & FOURTH FRIDAY OF THE MONTH MEN’S COFFEE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Meets in the library at Pioneer Ridge, 4851 CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP ALZHEIMER’S/CAREGIVER SUPPORT Center for Hope and Healing, 1112 SW 6th St., Harvard Rd., at 9:30 a.m. Open to the public. Being a caregiver can be incredibly stressful, GROUP 3-4 p.m. For more information, please contact but you don’t have to do it alone. Come meet Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association- LAWRENCE, 785-749-2000 Elizabeth. and talk to others who are in the same situation Heart of America Chapter. KU Center for TUESDAYS TOPEKA, 785-430-2194 as you. Moderated by April Maddox, caregiver Research, 1315 Wakarusa Dr., Rm. 214, 1-2:30 GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH support specialist at Jayhawk Area Agency p.m. Center for Hope and Healing, 1112 SW 6th St., MAN TO MAN PROSTATE CANCER on Aging. Topeka & Shawnee County Public LAWRENCE, 913-831-3888 5:30-6:30 p.m. For more information, please Library, Anton Room 202, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Free. contact Elizabeth. SUPPORT GROUP - TOPEKA TOPEKA, 785-580-4662 SECOND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH TOPEKA, 785-430-2194 Meets at St. Francis Health Center’s Cancer HAPPY TIME SQUARES SQUARE DANCE Center, 1700 S.W. 7th St., 7 p.m. SECOND MONDAY OF THE MONTH CLUB TUESDAYS TOPEKA, 785-230-4422 LMH HEART BEATS Meets at First United Methodist Church-West INTERGENERATIONAL CHOIR FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH A Cardiac Support Group facilitated by Campus, 867 Hwy 40 (1 block west Hwy 40/ Sing with KU students. Led by music therapy LAWRENCE AREA PARTNERS IN AGING Lawrence Memorial Hospital Cardiac Rehab. K10 Bypass). Plus: 7:30-8 p.m., Mainstream students from KU. The Intergenerational Choir Typically meets on the second Monday of the 8-10 p.m. Contact Frank & Betty Alexander. will rehearse and perform once or twice a Networking group. Call Ashley at 785-842-0543 month in Room A on the lower level of LMH for more information. $12.00 to attend (includes LAWRENCE, 785-843-2584 semester. Contact Deanna Hanson Abromeit from 4:30–5:30 p.m. For more information, call happytimesquares.com at [email protected]. Rehearsals at lunch). 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 785-505-2850. Babcock Place, 1700 Massachusetts St., 12:30- FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH LAWRENCE THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 1:30 p.m. LAWRENCE PARKINSON’S SUPPORT PARKINSON MEETING SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH LAWRENCE GROUP Midland Care, 200 SW Frazier, 5:30-7 p.m. LAWRENCE ACTION CIVITAN CLUB FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH LAWRENCE, 785-235-1367 or (800) 798-1366 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2415 Civitans have been helping people since the CLINTON PARKWAY, LAWRENCE, 2 PM LAWRENCE AREA COALITION TO EVERY OTHER THURSDAY organization’s founding in 1917, by a group of HONOR END-OF-LIFE CHOICES GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP businessmen determined to make a difference in THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH their community. Club meets at 6 p.m. To fi nd Works with 31 other Kansas communities to Ongoing adult group. Midland Hospice, Build- GRANDPARENT AND CAREGIVER out current meeting information or other Civitan help all Kansans live with dignity, comfort ing A, 10:30 a.m. Please call for start dates and SUPPORT GROUP project updates, please visit the Lawrence and peace at the end-of-life, regardless of age. information packet. Strengthening family relationships and improv- ACTION Civitan Club’s Facebook page at Members have backgrounds in healthcare, TOPEKA, 785-232-2044 ing positive parenting skills. Meets from 6:30-8 www.facebook.com/lawrenceactioncivitan or pastoral care, senior citizens’ services, funeral p.m. at St. Francis Hospital, 2nd fl oor meet- call Jason. home care, library and educational services. EVERY OTHER THURSDAY ing rooms. Child care available with 48 hours Meets at 3 p.m. in Conference E of LMH. GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP LAWRENCE, 785-691-8520 notice. LAWRENCE, 785-830-8130 Ongoing adult group. Midland Hospice, Build- SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH TOPEKA, 785-286-2329 or 785-231-0763 FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH ing A, 5:30 p.m. Please call for start dates and information packet. MEMORY SUPPORT GROUP THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH Held at The Windsor of Lawrence, 3220 Peter- MAN TO MAN PROSTATE CANCER TOPEKA, 785-232-2044 PARENTS OF ESTRANGED ADULT son Rd., 2 p.m. For more information, please SUPPORT GROUP - LAWRENCE CHILDREN SUPPORT GROUP Meets at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, 5:30 FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH call Amy Homer. LAWRENCE, 785-832-9900 Meets at the Topeka & Shawnee County Public p.m. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Library, Anton Room 202, 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. For LAWRENCE, 785-393-1256 Meet other stroke survivors, their families, and SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH more information. Please contact Jeff Landers. hear guest speakers discuss topics related to TOPEKA, 785 224 5946. FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH recovery. Please contact Randy Williams or Lisa DIABETES EDUCATION GROUP The Diabetes Education Center provides a TOPEKA AREA OSTOMY SUPPORT Rundell for more information. Kansas Rehabili- THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH free monthly program for those with diabetes GROUP tation Hospital, 1504 SW 8th Ave. and their support persons, at 6 p.m. Lawrence STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Our focus is supporting, assisting, and educat- TOPEKA, 785-235-6600 For those recovering from a stroke, and/or their ing individuals with colostomies, ileostomies, Memorial Hospital, Meeting Room A. LAWRENCE, 785-505-3062 family and friends. Meets at 4-5:30 p.m. For urostomies and continent ostomies. Meets at SATURDAYS more information call LMH Kreider Rehab 6 p.m. at St. Francis Health Center, 1700 SW LAWRENCE BRIDGE CLUB SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH Center. 7th St. Bring a partner and join us for an evening of SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF LAWRENCE, 785-505-2712 TOPEKA, 785-295-5555 bridge, snacks and prizes. Annual membership fee. First two visits are free. Kaw Valley Bridge TOPEKA THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS Center, 1025 N. 3rd Street, 6:30 p.m. Soroptimist International’s mission is to CANCER SUPPORT GROUP improve the lives of women and girls in local WATER AEROBICS CLASSES LAWRENCE, 785-760-4195 Join representatives from Lawrence Memorial communities and throughout the world. Meets at OrthoKansas, P.A. offers aquatic programs and Hospital Oncology Center and the American 6:30 p.m. at the Topeka-Shawnee County Public services, which are open to the public. Special ONE SATURDAY EACH MONTH Cancer Society for a general cancer support Library. Guests welcome. Please email info@ features include warm water therapeutic pool LAWRENCE DEATH CAFE group. Open to anyone with any cancer diagno- soroptimisttopeka.org for more information. with deep water capability. Class time is 5:30 At a Death Cafe people, often strangers, gather ses and/or family members or others affected by p.m. 1112 W. 6th St., Ste. 124. to eat cake, drink tea, and discuss death. TOPEKA, 785-221-0501 their cancer. For more information, contact Liv LAWRENCE, 785-838-7885 A Death Cafe is a discussion group about soroptimisttopeka.org Frost at 785-505-2807 or email to liv.frost@ death rather than a grief support or counsel- OrthoKansasPA.com SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH lmh.org. ing session. Group meets once a month on LAWRENCE FIRST & THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH a Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. To learn more, DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP HEALING AFTER LOSS BY SUICIDE contact cwhiston@sunfl ower.com or visit Support group specifi cally for spouses of those THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH (HEALS) www.facebook.com/pages/Lawrence-Death- with dementia. Meets at the Senior Resource NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED Center for Douglas County, 2920 Haskell Ave., For those who have lost a loved one by suicide. Cafe/520304204753986?ref=hl. FEDERAL EMPLOYEES Fellow survivors offer an atmosphere of under- LAWRENCE 11 a.m.-noon. Call for questions or to RSVP. LAWRENCE, 785-218-4083 The Lawrence chapter of the National Active standing and emotional support by encouraging CONTINUED ON PAGE 25 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY June 2018 • 25 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 24 FOURTH FRIDAY OF THE MONTH and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED meets the third Wednesday of the month at Con- FEDERAL EMPLOYEES roy’s Pub, located at 3115 W. 6th in Lawrence. The Topeka chapter of the National Active A program begins at noon, followed by lunch and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) and a short business meeting. First time lunch meets on the fourth Friday OF THE MONTH is free. NARFE’s mission is to defend and (except Nov. and Dec.) at Aldersgate Village, enhance benefi ts career federal employees earn. 7220 SW Asbury Drive, Topeka. Buffet lunch Employees from all branches of government begins at noon followed by a program/speaker are welcome and encouraged to attend. For and business meeting. NARFE’s mission is to more information, please call Betty Scribner, represent government employees, active and membership chairman. retired, before Congress. Employees from all LAWRENCE, 785-843-7481 branches of federal government employment are welcome, and encouraged to attend. For THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH information, contact Jim Miller at 785-478-0651 LUNCH AFTER LOSS or Sharon Rosenow at 785-640-7317. Luncheon A social support group to re-engage life after reservations needed one week in advance of the death of a loved one. Meets at 11 a.m. at meeting. Paisano’s Ristorante, Fleming Place, SW 10th TOPEKA For decades, seniors have & Gage. Dutch treat. Requires a reservation. Call Terry Frizzell at Heartland Hospice of MISCELLANEOUS Topeka for your reservation. consistently voted at higher levels TOPEKA, 785-271-6500 MONDAYS THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH SCRABBLE CLUB - OPEN PLAY than all other age groups in midterm CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Anyone interested is welcome—beginner or Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, 2910 SW long timer—just walk in or give a call. Clinton elections. If you are a candidate or Topeka Blvd., 12-1 p.m. Place, 2125 Clinton Pkwy., 1-4 p.m. For more LAWRENCE, 785-235-1367 or (800) 798-1366 information call or text 785-505-0893. someone running a campaign in LAWRENCE THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH WEDNESDAYS JAYHAWK MODEL MASTERS Northeast Kansas, please consider The purpose of Jayhawk Model Masters is to WILD WEE WEDNESDAYS AT THE promote the building and safe operation of DISCOVERY CENTER running display ads and/or flyers in radio controlled (RC) model aircraft. In addi- After the big kids are off to school, bring your tion, we strive to fulfi ll our civic responsibility lil’ ones to the Discovery Center for special Kaw Valley Senior Monthly to reach to the community, and support worthwhile activities just for them. Preschoolers can explore projects. Our club meetings are open to the their senses, create crafts and learn about the public and are held on the third Saturday of different animals at the Discovery Center. these voters with your message. each month. Breakfast starts at 8 a.m. and the Parents, guardians, and child care providers can meeting at 9 a.m. We meet in the Smith Center meet other parents and talk with early childhood at Brandon Woods, 4730 Brandon Woods Ter- professionals. Free coffee is available. 4400 SW race. Fee for breakfast. 10th Ave., 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. LAWRENCE, 785-312-4840 TOPEKA, 785-783-8300 jayhawkmodelmasters.com kansasdiscovery.org FOURTH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH JUN 23 CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP HEARTS OF GOLD BALL Administered by Senior Outreach Services in Hearts of Gold is a bi-annual fundraising event cooperation with Jayhawk Area Agency on hosted by the Lawrence Memorial Hospital Aging, Inc. Designed to be a safe place to assist Endowment Association to kick off a major and empower caregivers of seniors. Rose Hill renovation or expansion project. This black-tie Place Clubhouse, 3600 SW Gage Blvd., 1 p.m. preferred evening features a sit-down meal, full TOPEKA, 785-235-1367, EXT. 130 bar, entertainment and a vibrant live auction with one of a kind experiences. All proceeds FOURTH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH benefi t Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Jayhawk TOPEKA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY Club, 1809 Birdie Way, 5:30-10 p.m. Fee. TGS promotes and stimulates the education, LAWRENCE, 785-505-3318 knowledge and interest of the membership and the public in family history, genealogical records and research. Meets at the Topeka- Know an Shawnee County Public Library, 7 p.m. No meeting in April, November or December. interesting senior TOPEKA, 785-233-5762 tgstopeka.org who would be a For more information, call FOURTH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH great subject for CHRISTIAN WIDOW/WIDOWERS Kevin at 785-841-9417. ORGANIZATION a Senior Profi le? We have a covered dish dinner, a short meeting, and then play dime bingo with playing cards. Please call Kevin at 5:30 p.m. at 17th and Stone. For additional information, email [email protected]. 785-841-9417. Kaw Valley Senior Monthly TOPEKA 26 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY BUSINESS CARD DIRECTORY
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30 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY RICK STEVES’ EUROPE Europe’s emigration museums:
Remembering the long goodbye STEVES OF RICK COURTESY PHOTO
By Rick Steves estimated 70 million people worldwide Tribune Content Agency claim Irish heritage). The museum uses a high-tech approach to explain very year millions of Americans the forces that scattered so many Irish Evisit Ellis Island, where their around the globe. Historic photos of ancestors may have arrived from “the fi lthy tenements and early fi lms of bus- old country.” But Europe has many tling urban scenes round out the plight excellent “Ellis Islands in reverse”— of the common Irish emigrant. museums at the places where millions The building is not far from the said goodbye to the land of their birth. Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship and Famine Is there anything more poignant than Museum. This fl oating exhibit is a person willing to sacrifi ce everything housed in a replica of a real ship that In Dublin, the Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship recreates the harsh con- in pursuit of a better life? That’s the made 16 eight-week transatlantic cross- ditions the Irish faced escaping the potato famine. On a famine ship, story of many hard-scrabble Europe- ings, carrying about 200 per voyage to entire families often shared one six-foot-square berth. ans heading off to dreamed-of opportu- their new lives after the Great Potato nities in far-off America. Others, who Famine of the 1840s. taken across the Atlantic. The 10-day Finally, the House of Emigrants in faced persecution or even starvation, On the continent, there are more places steamer journey transported cargo, Vaxjo, Sweden, is a fascinating stop really had no choice—it was leave or to learn about the plight of European luxury travelers and “steerage-class” for anyone with Swedish ancestors. die. Museums in Ireland, Belgium, emigrants, particularly the cutting edge peasants alike. Before boarding, emi- The inspiring “Dream of America” Germany and Sweden—many just Red Star Line Museum, in Antwerp, Bel- grants underwent humiliating health exhibit captures the experiences of the recently opened—tell some of these gium. In late-19th-century Europe, the exams and nervously waited while 1.3 million Swedes who sought a better compelling stories. Industrial Revolution and a tremendous clerks processed their paperwork. life in the American Promised Land On my most recent trip to Ireland, I population boom led to political instabil- The Red Star Line Museum fi lls the in the late 19th and early 20th centu- checked out Dublin’s new interactive ity and economic diffi culties. During the hall that processed many who passed ries. Economic woes (and, much like exhibit called Epic: The Irish Emigra- great migration between 1873 and 1935, through Antwerp on their way to a new in Ireland, a potato famine) wracked tion Museum. With so much anxiety the Red Star shipping line brought some life. The museum combines personal Sweden from the 1850s to the 1920s. surrounding immigration in the United two million emigrants from Antwerp to stories with high-tech presentations to Roughly 20 percent of the men and 15 States today, it was thought-provoking New York City. detail the “other end” of the Ellis Island percent of the women who were born in to learn how many Americans were This was the exit point for people experience. One powerful exhibit— Sweden during the last half of the 19th just as worried about Irish immigrants from all over Europe—especially Ger- using wraparound video screens—drives century left the country. Rounding out 160 years ago. many and Eastern Europe. Jews fl ee- home the point that immigration remains the exhibit, homage is paid to promi- I had never fully appreciated the ing pogroms in Tsarist Russia and later as common today as it was in the heyday nent Swedish-Americans, including Irish diaspora until my recent visit. Nazi persecution in Germany—among of Ellis Island. Displays profi le immi- aviator Charles Lindbergh, union orga- The Irish Emigration Museum cel- them Irving Berlin, Golda Meir and grants throughout history—from the nizer Joe Hill and the second man on ebrates how this little island has had Albert Einstein—accounted for at least fi rst humans who left Africa in 40,000 the moon, Buzz Aldrin. an oversized impact on the world (an a quarter of the company’s passengers B.C. to migrant workers of today. With so many of us owing our lives In Hamburg, Germany, the engaging to ancestors who risked theirs emigrat- BallinStadt Emigration Museum tells ing to the U.S., it’s important to learn Come see what has the story of those from Germany and about their epic journey. Adding a visit changed! Tour the newly beyond who went fi rst to Hamburg, to an emigration museum in Europe by train or even on foot, before board- can also give us greater understanding renovated Tanglewood ing a ship to cross the ocean. Creative toward those currently seeking refuge Nursing and themed exhibits give a look at the ori- on our own soil. gins of the 5 million German emigrants - Rick Steves (www.ricksteves.com) Rehabilitation! who passed through here, the reasons writes European travel guidebooks they chose to leave (from poverty to and hosts travel shows on public tele- 785-338-2979 persecution), their experiences on the vision and public radio. Email him at transatlantic ships and their challenges [email protected] and follow his 5015 SW 28th St. forging a new life in the new land. It blog on Facebook. Topeka, Kansas 66614 offers a dynamic and kid-friendly look © 2018 Rick Steves Tanglewoodnursingandrehabilitation.com at a powerful topic. Distributed By Tribune Content Agency, LLC. KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY June 2018 • 31 This year, he would have been 91. his desk along with several pictures of JAY’S MUSICAL MEMORIES My father’s music was the cocktail me, my late mother, and some school lounge list from the late 40s to the early awards and a few old business cards of 60s. mine from radio stations gone by. Las Vegas was his place! This Father’s Day take a moment to Me and My Dad Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Rose- celebrate Dad by listening to his music mary Clooney, and with him (if he is By Jay Wachs I said, “Love’s easier when it’s far Sammy Davis Jr. still with you) or in away” were among his memory of him as a am not ashamed to admit listening to We sat and watched a distant light go-to staples. tribute. Iand liking Barry Manilow. We’re two ships that pass in the night But his all-time Music connects He was one of the few artists upon We both smile and we say, “It’s alright” favorite was Louis us to our past but whom we could all agree as a family We’re still here, it’s just that we’re out Prima, especially the also gives us insight and, during the 70s, his albums took of sight songs that included into the lives of center stage on our turntable. Like those ships that pass in the night Keely Smith. others as well. My favorite song of his was the 1979 One year for Happy Father’s gem “Ships,” and it always makes me My Dad was the consummate sales- Father’s Day, I Day and enjoy think of my late father. man and was always working on a made him a two- the beginning of The opening lyrics are: business deal up to and including the hour cassette (yes, I summer. year of his death at the age of 85 in said cassette) tape of - Jay Wachs is We walked to the sea, just my father 2012. his favorite songs. the founder and general manager of and me We were those ships that passed in When he passed away, we found that LawrenceHits.com, an app-based and And the dogs played around on the the night, but we had a good under- worn-out, barely playable piece of his- online oldies radio station serving sand standing and a good relationship and tory prominently in the top drawer of Lawrence and Douglas County. Winter cold cut the air, hangin’ still he is sorely missed. everywhere It is hard to think of a June without Dressed in gray, did he say, “Hold my him around for both Father’s Day and hand” his birthday.
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Transfer to a bowl to cool peas briefl y. think I’d like a salad for lunch.” and still is fairly rich with sesame oil 1 cup (250 mL) shredded raw carrot Mound the salad mixture on chilled That’s something I’ve heard from and peanut oil, along with an egg yolk “I 1/4 cup (60 mL) thinly sliced pickled serving plates. Garnish with the scal- so many guests in my restaurants ever that emulsifi ed the mixture to a rich, sushi ginger, drained and cut into thin lions and the toasted white sesame since I started cooking in Los Angeles creamy consistency. julienne strips seeds or the black sesame seeds. Serve back in the mid-1970s. The request So in recent years, when I make immediately. refl ected the belief that if you sat down the salad for myself, I’ve been light- For the garnish: © 2018 Wolfgang Puck Worldwide, Inc. to a big plate or bowl fi lled mostly with ening it up a bit. I eliminate the egg 1 tablespoon white or black sesame Distributed By Tribune Content Agency, LLC. fresh greens, you were eating health- yolk, including instead some honey seeds fully. that combines with Chinese mustard 1 scallion, trimmed and cut diago- Of course, today most of us know powder to help give the dressing plenty nally into thin slices it’s not that simple. Add an oil-rich or of creamy body and a lively sweet- creamy dressing to that salad, as lots hot taste that makes a big impact on First prepare the vinaigrette: In a every bite. I’ve also added more veg- blender or a food processor fi tted with etables to the salad mixture, increasing the stainless-steel blade, combine the the amount of snow peas and adding rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, dry shredded raw carrot for its beautiful mustard, soy sauce and a little salt and Wolfgang color and crunch. (You should also pepper. Blend or process until smooth. feel free to include or swap out other Puck With the machine running, drizzle in fresh, raw vegetables you like, such as the peanut oil to form a thick, smooth strips of bell pepper or matchsticks of dressing. If necessary, adjust the sea- jicama.) sonings with more salt and pepper to of people do, along with meats and The result is a version of my Chi- taste. Transfer to a bowl and set aside. cheeses and lots of crunchy croutons nois chicken salad in which just a little For the chicken salad, in a large and nuts, and you wind up taking in more than 30 percent of the calories mixing bowl, combine the chicken, as many calories and as much fat and come from fat. It’s well within most cabbage, lettuce, snow peas, carrot and carbohydrates as you might if you sat guidelines for healthy eating, with all down to a heaping serving of meat and the bright, appealing fl avor, texture and potatoes. color of the original. I hope you’ll enjoy As my own knowledge of nutrition it all for lunch, or dinner, all through and healthy eating has grown over springtime and well into summer and Restaurant Guide the years, I’ve begun to rethink my beyond. Restaurant Guide approach to certain dishes, includ- ing those considered some of my LIGHT CHINOIS CHICKEN Chic-A-Dee classics. And that includes a recipe SALAD WITH CHINESE MUS- Casual Dining, Private Parties CAFÉ I fi rst developed back in 1983 when TARD-HONEY VINAIGRETTE "Good Home Cooked Food" Over 70 years of serving fine food I opened Chinois in Santa Monica, Makes 4 main-course servings, 8 Mon.-Fri. 6 am-8 pm, Saturday 7 am-8 pm Calif. 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Chestnut Top Of The Hill 2011 salad, my version of the popular Chi- Freshly ground black pepper Ottawa, KS 66067 Olathe, KS 66061 nese chicken salad. It was always a 2 tablespoons peanut oil 785-242-7757 913-390-9905 : WK6W/DZUHQFH fairly light dish, featuring a medley Seniors dine out an average of 4-5 times per week! If you would like to of fresh vegetables and skinless roast For the chinois chicken salad: add your restaurant to the Senior Monthly Restaurant Guide, please chicken meat. But the dressing was 4 cups (1 L) shredded cooked skin- call Kevin at 785-841-9417 for details. KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY June 2018 • 33 ing the anatomy of the bug and that Provence, he was delighted to learn HUMOR he must successfully identify all of its that he would soon be heading back to parts for his midterm exam. In turn, La Mancha to see his old friend. Zimmy learned that Étienne’s true pas- “The university is offering a summer sion was cycling, not business, and he cycling course for La Mancha and Climbing High in La Mancha really wished to return to Provence. Letongaloosa residents. They need an tienne Haute-Montange sat in the decade into a successful career as a The two became good friends over instructor. Kate and I think you’d be a ÉAéroport Marseille Provence. He competitive cyclist. the next few months. Zimmy became perfect for the job. What do you say?” had two hours to kill before heading There are competitions and races well-versed in the highest climbs in Even though it was only for a few off to Letongaloosa to enroll at Leton- throughout the world, but certain loca- Provence, and Étienne learned the best months, Étienne was delighted. galoosa Community Junior College, tions are synonymous with cycling. way to obtain the measurements of a “Of course, my bug-loving, friend! the town’s center of higher education. Étienne knew he’d be a part of it all baby cockroach without harming it. See you soon!” In the last 28 days, after complet- someday so he tried to learn as much After Étienne returned to Provence, So now Étienne was waiting in the ing his fi nal professional time trial, as he could about the trails, the climbs the two kept in touch—a friendship that Aéroport Marseille Provence eager the newly retired French cyclist had and the cyclists in those races. He knew lasted through the years. Zimmy went to follow the next stage of his adven- spent his time bike-packing around he could learn more about the lilacs, to Provence to celebrate Étienne’s win tures—in a small Midwestern town. Provence. the farm and his fate if he stayed in in the Tour De Fleur and Étienne went - Larry Day, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., is a Provence. He was right. to Cuba when Zimmy and Kate made former foreign correspondent, newspa- Within a few months of packing up their big rainbow beetle discovery. per reporter and journalism professor. and setting out for La Mancha, Étienne So when his cell phone sounded as He has written humorous fi ction— was back riding through the tall, deep Étienne was standing on that bridge in sometimes intentionally—all his life. fl owers and the high roads of Provence. But not before he had made a longtime friend in Zimmy Tarbox. Zimmy Tarbox was in the graduate program in the Department of Entomol- He had put everything he would ogy at La Mancha U. He met Étienne need on his bike frame and set out for on a campus bike trail while search- the week to retrace all of his favorite ing for beetles. Étienne was standing routes. Étienne wanted to relax and on a bridge that overlooked one of the think. He needed to fi gure out where university’s highest points. The view the next stage of his life would lead. included lilacs, which are hard to fi nd Two days into his trek, on his way to in a small Midwestern college town. the hidden village of Goult, he stopped Étienne came to the bridge when he felt on his favorite old Roman bridge, Pont homesick. Julien, to take in its height and its spec- The two students struck up a conver- tacular views. As he gazed, his cell sation. Zimmy was about to capture a phone rang. The message put him on cockroach he had spotted on the rail of the path to his next great adventure. the old bridge. In the early 1980’s Étienne was “What’s up?” asked Étienne. Zimmy working on his grandfather’s lilac farm smiled as he snagged the insect. He was when news came that he had been planning to measure the space between accepted into a business program in the its eyeballs. United States at La Mancha University. “What in the world are you doing?” He didn’t want to leave. He wanted to asked Étienne looking down at the stay at home and compete—climbing small cage and the large bug. Why high into the mountains. would anyone want to capture it? In his imagination, Étienne was a Zimmy explained that he was study- Carol Ronnebaum SENIORS REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST s 3IMPLIFYING 3ENIOR -OVES s "ABY "OOMER -OVES Up, Down, Relocate s #AROL #AROL2EALTORCOM 37 TH 3T s 4OPEKA +3 TopekaSeniorLiving.com 34 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY slow blink. You will know she is relax- mix. - Harriette Westbury, NY MY PET WORLD ing when she slowly blinks back. Dear Harriett: When a pet suddenly Finally, tell him to never reach out to changes a routine behavior, it’s time to Squeaky. With cats, it’s best to let them take him to the vet for a health exam. Build trust with cats through come to you for affection. Health issues can impact and change Dear Cathy: Our wonderful, sweet a pet’s behavior overnight, especially rescue dog, Pippin, has developed with older pets. In fact, sometimes play and slow blinking some sort of anxiety at bedtime. This the only way you know something is behavior has come out of the blue. He wrong with your dog or cat is that they By Cathy M. Rosenthal relax in his presence. One way is is about 8 years old and we have had suddenly stopped doing a behavior Tribune Content Agency through interactive play. Just like how him almost fi ve years. Until recently, they always do. a step-dad might build trust with his he seemed to really love bedtime. He Pain, thyroid and gastric problems, Dear Cathy: I have a 7-year-old cat new son or daughter by playing catch, would jump into our bed and cuddle. cancer, ear infections, toothaches, can named Squeaky. She was fi xed as a kitten animals relax and learn to trust people When we turned the lights off, he all cause a sudden change in behavior. and is an indoor cat. She was the only who play with them. would move to the end of the bed to Often, dogs feel worse at night because cat for two years before we inherited a Have your son get a fi shing pole-like sleep for the night. they are less distracted. So, take Pippin second kitty from my son. The second cat toy or a feather toy that he can use to He still jumps onto the bed during to the vet and let me know what the really brought Squeaky out of her shell. entice her when she comes into the the day, but suddenly, he stopped jump- doctor says. I am almost certain there Both cats get along fi ne, but Squeaky is room. At fi rst, she will be interested ing onto the bed at night and wants to is something going on health-wise. not friendly with other people. One of in the toy, but won’t approach. That’s sleep in the bathroom. When we pet - Cathy M. Rosenthal is a longtime my sons moved back home and cannot OK. Let her watch. Do this for a few him to comfort him, we can feel him animal advocate, author, columnist get close to her. He loves animals and has minutes a few times a day. Over time, trembling. During the day, his behavior and pet expert who has more than 25 tried to befriend her, but she won’t have she won’t be able to resist and should is normal. The only other time we have years in the animal welfare fi eld. Send anything to do with him. She is not a lap pounce and play with the toy. seen this anxious behavior is in the car, your pet questions, stories and tips to cat at all. She will sit somewhat close to In the feline world closing one’s eyes but we chalked that up to some trauma [email protected]. Please include him but does not want him to touch or pet and blinking slowly around another cat in his life before we adopted him. We your name, city, and state. You can her. She is like this with everyone. My or human also is a sign of trust. Through- feel so bad for him. We hope you can follow her @cathymrosenthal. son has been her for a year and a half and out the day, tell your son to look (never give us some advice. He weighs about © 2018 Distributed By Tribune Content Agency, nothing has changed. stare) at Squeaky and do an exaggerated 18 pounds and is a Schnauzer/ Yorkie LLC. When I take her to the vet, she hisses and growls at whoever tries to get near her. She is very untrustworthy of every- one. Is there some kind of medication I can give her to become less hostile toward my son and other people? “The 50+ demo accounts for half of all consumer When I take her out of the house to the vet, it is like she needs a tranquilizer to expenditures — yet a shockingly small 10 percent calm her nerves. I realize each animal has their own personality, but hers is of marketing dollars are targeted toward 50+. extreme with everyone except me. - Carol, Aurora, IL Clearly, the numbers don’t add up, and Dear Carol: You can talk to your veterinarian about anxiety medication overlooking the 50+ demographic is a major for vet visits, but I wouldn’t worry about trying to make her a people marketing mistake. Targeting the 50+ demo, pleaser there. Most cats are not excited about going to the vet’s offi ce and no marketers will see serious payoff when it comes amount of medication will make her “happy” to go. to benefitting their bottom line.” As for the home, there are a few Source: Huffington Post, huffingtonpost.com/mark-bradbury/the-7-incredible-facts-about-boomers-spending_b_6815876.html things your son can do to help Squeaky
Please recycle this copy of Kaw Valley Senior Monthly 785-841-9417 when you are through with it. KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY June 2018 • 35 At times I would be bored because the Buffalo Bill. At the time, I didn’t think MEMORIES ARE FOREVER nuns would drill over the same mate- about all those bison he killed. I only rial that I had already learned. My relished the thought of all the excite- Friends: There will be no more contri- who were four. This was my fi rst boredom would, at times, cause me ment he faced in the Old West. He was butions from folks for this column, as it encounter with books that had dia- to interrupt other a scout, hunter, and is being phased out. However, for the logue, good description, and a plot students by talking showman who con- June, July, and August issues, I will that was more involved than either to them while they fronted the daily include an excerpt from my published Little Black Sambo or the Little Engine were trying to com- challenges and bat- memoir, Persistence, Then Peace. I That Could. My sister Florence, four plete an exam. At tles of early West- sincerely hope you have enjoyed these years older than me, read books from those times, I was ern life. columns over the past three years. the Nancy Drew series and Little called to the prin- Wooden stacks Memories are indeed forever and I Women—neither of which interested cipal’s offi ce. My of library books have cherished reading the ones that me. sister, who was four intrigued me. These were published. Thank you, and I wish As a toddler, I saw many uniformed grades ahead of me all had words writ- you well. - Tom Mach soldiers walking up and down the in school, would ten by different street as well as Victory gardens with learn about this and people. It would the letters VJ posted by them. I didn’t lecture me about take me forever to know what any of that meant. Later, my misbehaving on read each and every Tom of course, I learned “VJ” stood for our way home from book, I thought. victory in Japan since we had just put St. Casmir’s. However, I wished Mach an end to WWII by devastating two Our school had a I could do it. Japanese cities called Hiroshima and small library, and I will send you an Nagasaki with atomic bombs. Every- the sight of books autographed copy one seemed happy that we did it, but on a shelf intrigued me. I would search of my life-changing memoir, Per- when I refl ected on it in later life I the titles to fi nd one that I might enjoy sistence, Then Peace, for only $15, felt awful that innocent people had to reading, and inevitably, I’d pick one which includes postage and handling. My Memories die from this horror. I read about this that appeared to be an adventure book. Send your check or money order to: in high school in John Hersey’s book I enjoyed reading about American Tom Mach, 3807 Hunters Hill Drive, as a Kid Hiroshima, where the author described heroes. One that I still remember was Lawrence, KS 66049. innocent victims forgotten among the By Tom Mach statistics of the dead and wounded. The horror of that event inspired me to recall two books that I had read when write a novel many years later called II was a tot. One was The Little Train Advent, about what might happen if a That Could. It taught me about persis- comet strikes the Earth. (I withdrew tence (which decades later became the publication of that work when some of title of my memoir, Persistence, Then my science fi ction episodes—like the Peace). The other book I read was Little completion of an international space Black Sambo. It was about an African station—had already come to pass by boy who is strolling along in the jungle that time.) and encounters tigers who want to eat Florence and I attended St. Cas- him. But Sambo is able to stop each mir’s school, a Catholic elementary tiger from doing so by giving each one school a little over a mile away. We a portion of his new outfi t. I also recall walked to and from school every day, Sambo rolling a large cookie in that no matter what the weather. I recall book and I don’t know why he didn’t walking in deep snow with my face offer these tigers portions of that cookie. covered by a scarf and my hands pro- Anyway, I never thought about blacks tected by mittens. I also remember and whites, and it was only when I was how we had to share an umbrella, in my twenties when I learned from the with me struggling with Florence for media that African-Americans in the more of the umbrella during a down- South were segregated in schools and pour. restaurants. I received an excellent education at Other books that intrigued me when St. Casmir’s. By the time I was in the I was in the second grade were the second grade, I learned how to organize Bobbsey Twins series. There were my thoughts and create a meaningful four children in one of the earlier edi- paragraph—all the while making sure tions—Nan and Bert, who were eight I used proper spelling and punctuation. years old, and Freddie and Flossie, Math came surprisingly easy for me. 36 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY GOREN ON BRIDGE A jewel from India
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Answers to all puzzles on page 38 SUDOKU: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9 with no repeats. www.seniormonthly.net 38 • June 2018 KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY CROSSWORD SOLUTION of God” (Romans 3:10, 23). MY ANSWER How then can we be saved? If our salvation doesn’t depend on ourselves, on what does it depend? The Bible’s With Christ, you can be sure of salvation answer is clear: it depends solely on (Editor’s note: Rev. Billy Graham never know if we’d been good enough Christ. He was without sin, but on the died on February 21 at the age of until it was too late. cross all our sins were laid on Him, and 99. Tribune Content Agency has been But our salvation doesn’t depend He took the judgment that you and I the distributor of Rev. Graham’s “My on us; if it did, no one could ever be deserve. Answer” column since its debut in saved. The reason may startle you, but Turn to Christ and trust Him alone 1952. The syndicated column, “My it’s very important for you to under- for your salvation. God’s promise is Answer,” carrys on. It is based on the stand: God’s standard is nothing less for you: “Believe in the Lord Jesus, thoughts, words and works of Rev. than perfection. God is absolutely holy and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31). Graham, and it is compiled and edited and pure, and even one sin would be - Send your queries to “My Answer,” by his associates.) enough to keep you out of heaven. c/o Billy Graham, Billy Graham Evan- And who among us has never sinned? gelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham By Billy Graham No one; we all sin every day, both Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201; call SUDOKU SOLUTION Tribune Content Agency through things we do that are wrong, 1-(877) 2-GRAHAM, or visit the Web and through things we fail to do that site for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Q: I believe in Jesus and go to church are right. The Bible says, “There is no Association: www.billygraham.org. sometimes and all that, but I don’t think one righteous, not even one.... For all © 2018 Billy Graham. we can know if we’re going to get to have sinned and fall short of the glory Distributed By Tribune Content Agency, LLC. heaven until we actually die. I think we just have to do the best we can, and hope everything will turn out OK in the The History of Lawrence, Kansas end. - Mrs. M. McN. A: If our salvation depended only on by Richard Cordley us, and depended only on our ability to be good enough to convince God He See www.seniormonthly.net/books or ought to let us into heaven, then you’d call Kevin at 785-841-9417 to purchase. be right. The reason is because we’d
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